Can citizens influence the budgeting process by contacting their elected representatives or attending public hearings on the state's budget?
The context provided does not directly address whether citizens can influence the budgeting process by contacting their elected representatives or attending public hearings on the state's budget. However, it does mention that "nothing in this clause shall be construed as preventing the discussion in the Legislature of any of those estimates," which might imply some level of citizen input or influence through their elected representatives.