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Defense spending constitutes a sizable share of all spending by the federal government, nearly 20 percent in 2012. CBO analyzes the budgetary effects of proposed legislation related to national security and assesses the cost-effectiveness of current and proposed defense programs. CBO also evaluates federal programs and issues related to veterans.

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The Potential Costs Resulting from Increased Usage of Military Equipment in Ongoing Operations

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March 18, 2005

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An Alterative Budget Path Assuming Continued Spending for Military Operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and in Support of the Global War on Terrorism

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February 1, 2005

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Federal Terrorism Reinsurance: An Update

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January 5, 2005

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Homeland Security and the Private Sector

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December 1, 2004

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The Future of the Navy's Amphibious and Maritime Prepositioning Forces

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November 1, 2004

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The Long-Term Implications of Current Defense Plans: Detailed Update for Fiscal Year 2005

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September 1, 2004

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The Long-Term Implications of Current Defense Plans: Summary Update for Fiscal Year 2005

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September 1, 2004

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Letter to the Honorable J. Dennis Hastert comparing OMB's and CBO's technical assumptions used in estimating defense spending

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July 13, 2004

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Alternatives for Boost-Phase Missile Defense

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July 1, 2004

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Estimated Costs of Continuing Operations in Iraq and Other Operations of the Global War on Terrorism

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June 25, 2004

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