Distinguishing Between Discretionary & Mandatory Spending Topic of White Paper From CRS
November 22, 2025
November 22, 2025
WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13124) on Nov. 21, 2025, by Megan S. Lynch, Congress and legislative process specialist:
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Distinguishing Between Discretionary and Mandatory Spending
Background and Historical Context
Congressional budget rules distinguish between discretionary spending and mandatory spending because these types of funding are provided in di . . .
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Distinguishing Between Discretionary and Mandatory Spending
Background and Historical Context
Congressional budget rules distinguish between discretionary spending and mandatory spending because these types of funding are provided in di . . .