Money

4. the annual shortfall when a government takes in less money than it spends
5. the executive branch agency that helps the president set national spending priorities
7. legislation that directs specific funds to projects within districts/ states
9. the total amount of money owed by the federal government
10. a program that provides benefits for those who qualify under the law, regardless of income
11. theamount of money remaining when the government takes in more than it spends

1. an organization that raises money privately to influence elections
2. spending for programs and policies at the discretion of Congress and the president
3. spending that is locked and mandated by existing laws
6. responsibility for raising the revenue required to finance the Federal Government (standing committee in the House of Reps)
8. funds provided by Congress for projects that curtail the ability of the Executive Branch to manage the funds allocation process