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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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Evaluating Military Compensation

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April 28, 2010

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Direct Spending and Defense Programs

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March 23, 2010

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Military Retirement - March 2010 Baseline

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March 5, 2010

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Military Retirement - January 2010 Baseline

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January 26, 2010

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Long-Term Implications of the Fiscal Year 2010 Defense Budget

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January 25, 2010

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CBO's Analysis of Scenarios for Funding the Wars in Afghanistan and Iraq

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January 21, 2010

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The Long-Term Outlook for the U.S. Navy's Fleet

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January 20, 2010

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Long-Term Implications of the Department of Defense's Fiscal Year 2010 Budget Submission

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November 18, 2009

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Long-Term Implications of the Department of Defense's Fiscal Year 2010 Budget Submission

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October 14, 2009

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Withdrawal of U.S. Forces from Iraq: Possible Timelines and Estimated Costs

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October 7, 2009

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