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How Does the Federal Government Subsidize Healthcare Under the ACA — and What Does It Cost?
In 2025, the expansions of the premium tax credit under the Affordable Care Act will expire, and lawmakers will have to decide whether to extend them.
5 Facts About Rising Income Inequality in the United States
The concentration of income toward high earners has become more pronounced since 1981.
Growing National Debt Sets Off Alarm Bells for U.S. Business Leaders
Debt rising unsustainably threatens the country’s economic future, and a number of business leaders have signaled their concern.
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Four Reasons Why a Government Shutdown is Harmful
It may be counterintuitive, but government shutdowns are expensive. They are also bad for the economy.
Legislation to Fight Coronavirus Pandemic Has Reduced Federal Revenues by $500 Billion
Coronavirus relief legislation is expected to increase federal deficits by $2.4 trillion over the next decade.
How Much Is the National Debt? What Are the Different Measures Used?
There are three widely used measures of federal debt. What are the important differences between these measurements?
Quiz: How Much Do You Know About the Federal Budget?
A strong fiscal outlook is an essential foundation for a growing, thriving economy. Take our quiz to see how much you really know about the federal budget.
Continuing Resolutions Are Stopgap Measures — But Now We Average Five a Year
While continuing resolutions can help avoid government shutdowns, they should be rarely used. However, CRs have become the norm.
Voters Don’t Want a Shutdown, They Want Action on the National Debt Instead
A new poll shows that nine-in-ten Americans want policymakers to work together to avoid a shutdown and focus on implementing solutions to our growing national debt.
Breaking Down the Coronavirus Relief Spending — How Much Direct Aid Has Gone out the Door So Far?
Policymakers have authorized an estimated $3.6 trillion in federal spending to help counter the economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic.