Which of the following is true of general obligation bonds in Texas?
a. Both Democrats and Republicans have traditionally supported their use.
b. The Texas Supreme Court ruled that they violated constitutional provisions prohibiting deficit financing.
c. They can be issued directly through the passage of legislation without public input.
d. They are typically used to cover short-term gaps between state revenues and expenditures.
Answer: a
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