Money

3. The annual shortfall when the government takes in less money than it spends
5. The allocation of money to specific projects in states or congressional districts
9. spending for programs and policies at the discretion of Congress and the president
10. A program that provides benefits for those who qualify under the law, regardless of income\
11. The executive branch office that assists the president in setting national spending priorities

1. Standing committee in the House of Representatives who deal with taxation
2. An organization that raises money for candidates and campaigns (PAC)
4. Legislation that directs specific funds to projects within districts or states
6. The amount of money remaining when the government takes in more than it spends
7. The total amount of money owed by the federal government
8. Spending required by existing laws that is "locked in" the budget