Government Quote by Ted Yoho
“It's a violation of federal law for an officer or an employee of the United States government to make or authorize an expenditure or obligation exceeding the amount we've appropriated.”
About This Quote
Source Congressional Record, 2015
Government employees must not spend beyond the budget set by law, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
In simple terms: No overspending allowed.
Respect budget limits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public spending
- contracting
- grant management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance compliance and practicality?
- What safeguards prevent overspending?
Complex projects may need flexibility beyond strict caps.