A basic reference document for persons interested in the federal budget-making process. Emphasizes budget terms in addition to relevant economic and accounting terms to help the user appreciate the dynamics of the budget process. Also distinguishes between any differences in budgetary and non-budgetary meanings of terms. Over 300 terms defined. Index. Appendices: overview of the federal budget process, budget functional classification, and more.

A basic reference document for persons interested in the federal budget-making process. Emphasizes budget terms in addition to relevant economic & accounting terms to help the user appreciate the dynamics of the budget process. Also distinguishes between any differences in budgetary & non-budgetary meanings of terms. Over 300 terms defined. Appendices: overview of the federal budget process, budget functional classification, program & financing schedule, major laws cited, & more.