Budget referendums and government spending: evidence from Swiss cantons

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The effect of mandatory referendums on spending decisions in Swiss cantons is investigated. Regressions for Swiss cantons are estimated using panel data from 1980 to 1998 and it is found that mandatory referendums reduced government spending by nineteen percent for the median canton.

Switzerland, Analysis, Economic aspects, Budgets, Government spending policy

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The Congressional budget process, aggregate spending, and statutory budget rules

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A study uses a model of lobbying to learn its impact on the budget process of the United States' Congress. Rules and procedures regarding budgeting are presented.

Political organizations, Management dynamics, Public affairs, Political Persuasion Organizations, Lobbying, Management, Usage, Political activity, United States. Congress, Company business management, Pressure groups, Special interest groups

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Budget windows, sunsets, and fiscal control

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A study examines United States' way of dealing with fiscal burdens and its budgeting policies.

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