Explaining the difference between, and importance of, the three types of "Budgets"
ESP Advisors Analysis
If you’re confused by the barrage of budget terms in federal news these days—budget request, budget recission, budget reconciliation—you’re not alone. These processes may sound similar, but they carry very different meanings and consequences. Understanding them is essential if your work intersects with federal funding for ocean or science priorities.
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