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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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Options for Changing the Army's Overseas Basing

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May 1, 2004

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Federal Funding for Homeland Security

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April 30, 2004

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The Long-Term Implications of Current Defense Plans: Detailed Update for Fiscal Year 2004

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February 1, 2004

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Educational Attainment and Compensation of Enlisted Personnel

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February 1, 2004

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Military Compensation: Balancing Cash and Noncash Benefits

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January 16, 2004

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Paying for Iraq's Reconstruction

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January 1, 2004

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Estimated Cost of Two Alternatives to the Air Force's Proposal to Lease 100 Boeing 767 Aircraft

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November 13, 2003

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Testimony on the Ability of the U.S. Military to Sustain an Occupation in Iraq

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November 5, 2003

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Estimated Costs for the Occupation of Iraq

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October 28, 2003

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Testimony on the Long-Term Implications of Current Defense Plans

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October 16, 2003

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