What are the typical features of the federal budgetary process in practice (President's submission, Congress actions, CRs)?

• A. The President submits a budget; Congress marks up and passes appropriations; when there is delay, continuing resolutions fund at current levels.
• B. The President submits a budget; Congress passes appropriations immediately.
• C. The President submits a budget; Congress often delays action and uses temporary CRs.
• D. The President submits a budget; Congress marks up and passes appropriations; when there is delay, continuing resolutions fund at current levels.

Answer: (D)