9781331904021 - The Judicial Work of the Comptroller of the Treasury: as Compared with Similar Functions in the Governments of France and Germany, a Study in Administrative Law Cla... (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This compelling book provides a thorough overview of the United States Comptroller of the Treasury, examining the history, jurisdiction, and judicial work of this important office. Introduced in 1775, the office gained prominence in 1781 when it was granted appellate jurisdiction over accounts. By delving into the complexities of appropriation acts, revenue collection, disbursements for services to the government, and interpretation of contracts, the author highlights the Comptroller's role in ensuring the efficient and orderly administration of public funds. Through a comparative analysis with similar functions in France and Germany, this book contextualizes the Comptroller's work within a broader framework, offering insights into the unique characteristics of American administrative law. The author concludes by emphasizing the vital role of the Comptroller in developing a substantial body of administrative law that continues to shape the relationship between the government and its citizens. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.