David Walker on News Reports Stating White House and Congress Reach Deal on Fiscal Commission
“The announcement of an agreement to create a presidentially-appointed fiscal commission that will report to the Congress and be assured a vote on its recommendations is a major step toward putting our nation’s financial house in order while protecting our social safety net programs.”
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Further Reading
What Is SNAP? An Overview of the Largest Federal Anti-Hunger Program
SNAP has a positive effect on poverty and food insecurity, with a relatively small effect on the federal budget.
Quarterly Treasury Refunding Statement: Borrowing Could Rise Soon
The U.S. Treasury has signaled its intention to add $1.4 trillion in new debt between July and December.
What Is Supplemental Security Income?
SSI faces ongoing challenges including an aging population, evolving disability eligibility, and fiscal pressures on the federal budget.