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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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Fast-Approaching Fiscal Deadlines Pose Threat to American Economy
Americans and the economy are vulnerable to a series of high-stakes fiscal deadlines, with an uncertain path forward.
Lessons Learned: Setting a Bipartisan Fiscal Commission Up for Success
A group of respected policy experts share their views on how a bipartisan fiscal commission could help break the cycle of governing by crisis.
Spending on Medicaid Spiked Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused federal spending on Medicaid to rise sharply as millions of Americans seek benefits under the program.
A Brief History of U.S. Government Shutdowns
Because government shutdowns are unique to the U.S., it is helpful to understand their history, why they occur here, and how peer countries avoid them.
What Are Automatic Stabilizers and How Do They Affect the Federal Budget?
To better respond to business cycle fluctuations, many important programs in the federal budget automatically adjust spending based on economic conditions.
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.
Budget Basics: What Is Sequestration?
Sequestration is a budget procedure used by lawmakers to cancel or limit funding in order to meet budget goals.