Federal Budget Flashcards

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Fiscal policy

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Raising and lowering taxes and government spending programs

Controlled by the executive and legislative branch

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Monetary policy

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Regulating money supply
Controlling inflation
Adjusting interest rates

Controlled by federal board

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Entitlement program

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Government sponsored program that provides mandated benefits to those who meet eligibility requirements

Examples social security and Medicare

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Office of management and budget

OMB

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Responsible for preparing the budget that the president submits to congress

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