Budgetary authority

Who has authority on the EU's budget? The European Parliament and the Council of Ministers have authority on the budget of the European Union. The two institutions share the power of the EU's monies, just as they share legislative power.

Who has authority on the EU's budget?

The European Parliament and the Council of Ministers have authority on the budget of the European Union. The two institutions share the power of the EU's monies, just as they share legislative power.

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