As a summer full of tense, last-minute discussions on the debt ceiling and deficit reduction comes to a close, Congress turns its sights to the 12 annual appropriations bills. These 12 spending bills set the discretionary spending levels for the coming fiscal year.
Considering how much weight the appropriations process carries, we thought we’d give a rundown on how the whole thing works – as well as a look back at appropriations in past years. Check out our Appropriations Briefing Book below for a refresher. And be sure to share with friends!


