Explainers
Feb 24, 2015
The Independent and Effective Congressional Budget Office
CBO was formally established as a nonpartisan agency, and that has been a critical and enduring part of the office's effectiveness.
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Programs & Projects
Mar 15, 2019
The Futures of Congress: Scenarios for the US 2050 Project
This project assesses how the number of children a person has affects eventual demand for formal caregiving facilities. It suggests that the lower fertility of the Baby Boom generations is likely to lead to greater demand for formal caregiving in coming decades.
Press Releases & Statements
Oct 30, 2014
More than 80% of Americans Say Nation's Long-term Debt is Important Factor in Deciding their Vote this Election Day
An overwhelming majority of Americans, 82 percent, say the long-term national debt is an important factor when it comes to deciding how they will vote in the November midterm elections, according to a new poll released today by the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
Press Releases & Statements
Aug 24, 2022
Peterson Foundation Statement on Student Debt Forgiveness Announcement
“On the heels of the first meaningful deficit reduction initiative in years in the Inflation Reduction Act, it’s highly irresponsible, unfortunate and unwise to wipe out those fiscal benefits with this announcement," said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
Press Releases & Statements
Aug 12, 2022
Peterson Foundation Statement on House Passage of Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
“This is an example of how our leaders can pay for their priorities, whatever they may be, while helping to improve America’s fiscal and economic future at the same time," said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
Press Releases & Statements
Oct 28, 2021
Increase in Voter Concern about National Debt Reaches All-Time High as Budget Negotiations Continue
“This record level of voter concern about our national debt reinforces the urgent need for fiscal responsibility and should encourage lawmakers to fulfill their promise to fully fund new programs,” said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peterson Foundation.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2021/10/fci-press-release
Press Releases & Statements
Apr 29, 2022
The Becker Friedman Institute Announces $1 Million Grant from the Peter G. Peterson Foundation
Funding Will Support New Research to Analyze Economic Implications of COVID-19 Pandemic, Illuminate Solutions for Policymakers
Blog Posts
Aug 26, 2019
Three Key Ingredients for Negotiating a Fiscally Responsible Budget Deal
Brian Riedl, a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, details the three key ingredients for negotiating a deficit-reducing budget deal.
Blog Posts
Mar 30, 2017
The Fiscal Month in Review: Busy Months Ahead for Legislators
As lawmakers look pursue a range of policy priorities, there are a number of fiscal concerns on the calendar over the coming months.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2017/03/the-fiscal-month-in-review-busy-months-ahead-for-legislators
Press Releases & Statements
Dec 2, 2017
Peterson Foundation Statement on Passage of Senate Tax Bill
"The Senate has squandered an opportunity to pass fiscally responsible tax reform," said Michael A. Peterson, President and CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.