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How Does the Aging of the Population Affect Our Fiscal Health?
As a large portion of the American population lives well beyond retirement age, the total cost of providing healthcare will grow as well.
News from the Quarterly Treasury Refunding Statement
The Treasury anticipates borrowing $1,597 billion over the next two quarters. This would be $215 billion more debt than it issued during the same period last year.
How Is K-12 Education Funded?
Public schools for students in kindergarten through 12th grade are financed through a combination of local, state, and federal dollars in proportions that vary across and within states.
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Aug 11, 2025
How Does the Aging of the Population Affect Our Fiscal Health?
As a large portion of the American population lives well beyond retirement age, the total cost of providing healthcare will grow as well.
Aug 11, 2025
Chart Pack: Healthcare
These charts illustrate the growth in U.S. healthcare spending and how it affects the federal budget.
Aug 6, 2025
Chart Pack: The U.S. Budget
A selection of key charts that give an overview of the major components in the U.S. federal budget.
Aug 5, 2025
Chart Pack: Social Programs
A selection of charts about crucial social programs (Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and SNAP), their financial outlook, and place within the federal budget.
Aug 5, 2025
News from the Quarterly Treasury Refunding Statement
The Treasury anticipates borrowing $1,597 billion over the next two quarters. This would be $215 billion more debt than it issued during the same period last year.
Jul 22, 2025
How Is K-12 Education Funded?
Public schools for students in kindergarten through 12th grade are financed through a combination of local, state, and federal dollars in proportions that vary across and within states.
Jul 18, 2025
How Much Do We Spend on the Federal Workforce?
Here, we examine the federal government’s expenditure on its workforce, the evolution of its size over time, and the opportunities for budget savings.