How Much Funding Do State and Local Governments Receive from Federal Government?
Over the last four decades, federal grants to state and local governments have made up about 17 percent of their total revenues.
Read MoreThe OBBBA’s Effect on Income Distribution in the United States
The benefits and burdens of the OBBBA are not evenly distributed. Low-income households will fare much worse than middle- and high-income ones.
Read MoreA Brief History of U.S. Government Shutdowns
Government shutdowns (and the threat of them) are a recent phenomenon and something other developed countries don’t contend with.
Read MoreFour Reasons Why a Government Shutdown Is Harmful
It may be counterintuitive, but government shutdowns are expensive. They are also bad for the economy.
Read MoreChart Pack: Corporate Taxes
A selection of key charts on corporate income taxes in the United States and how they fit within the federal budget.
Read MoreIssues: Social Programs
America’s largest social programs, Social Security and Medicare, are on an unsustainable fiscal path. Learn more about social programs and the national debt.
Read MoreBudget Basics: What Are Budget Rescissions?
Rescission packages can serve as a tool for the lawmakers to manage and control government spending. But, rescission authority has its limits.
Read MoreChart Pack: Economic Outlook
A selection of charts providing an overview of the U.S. economic outlook.
Read MoreHow No Tax on Overtime Will Affect Federal Revenues and Tax Fairness
This new, temporary deduction will cost $90 billion dollars over the next four years, while undermining tax equity and making the tax system more complex.
Read MoreInfographic: The Facts About U.S. Defense Spending
National security is both a vital priority and a significant part of the federal budget.
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