CBO Foresees No Automatic Cuts for Non-Defense Spending Bills Beyond April 30 Deadline

Wednesday, 13 March 2024, 19:42

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) forecasts that non-defense programs will not face automatic spending cuts post-April 30, even if Congress fails to pass the remaining six spending bills. This prediction holds significance in the funding dispute between Republicans and Democrats, potentially avoiding a partial government shutdown. While defense programs may still see a 1% reduction, non-defense programs stand to be shielded from cuts, possibly providing Democrats with more negotiating power.

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CBO Predicts Non-Defense Spending Bills Won't Face Automatic Cuts Post-April 30

The non-partisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) on Wednesday stated that funding for non-defense programs will not be subject to automatic cuts, even if Congress fails to pass the remaining six spending bills by the April 30 deadline.

The forecast is crucial amidst the ongoing budget conflict between Republicans and Democrats and the looming risk of a potential government shutdown.

The CBO's announcement indicates that defense programs may still experience a one percent cut, amounting to a maximum reduction of $11 billion.

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