The Federal Government’s Support for Low-Income Housing Expanded During the Pandemic
The federal government spent $67 billion on housing assistance in 2023, representing just over 1 percent of total federal outlays.
Read More7 Key Facts About U.S. Healthcare Spending
Healthcare spending in the United States is a key driver of the nation’s fiscal imbalance and has risen notably over the past few decades.
Read MoreInfographic: Spending on Prescription Drugs Has Been Growing Exponentially
The growing cost of prescription drugs presents a significant challenge to the quality and affordability of healthcare in the United States.
Read MorePresident’s Budget Would Reduce Deficits by Raising Taxes on the Wealthy and Corporations
While this budget would be a step in the right direction, it does not adequately address the underlying structural imbalance that defines our fiscal outlook.
Read MoreLessons 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.
Read MoreInvesting in Kids Promotes Healthy Children, More Productive Adults, and a Stronger Fiscal Foundation
Research shows that investing in children can produce positive fiscal outcomes for the government.
Read MoreHow Would the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act Change Federal Tax Law?
The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act is estimated to cost about $400 million over 10 years.
Read MoreGrowing Momentum for a Fiscal Commission in Congress
A fiscal commission would provide the space and structure for lawmakers to comprehensively review the entire budget and improve the fiscal path of the U.S.
Read MoreTaxing the Rich Could Raise Trillions — But That Alone Won’t Fix Our Fiscal Crisis
A new paper from Manhattan Institute’s Brian Riedl examines ways to raise revenue from high-income Americans.
Read MoreRecent Projections Show Higher Interest Rates than Expected Earlier This Year
CBO now expects interest rates over the next two years to be higher than previously anticipated, according to new data released on December 15.
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