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Defense spending accounted for about 20 percent of total federal spending 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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Testimony on Options for Improving U.S. Strategic Mobility

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March 20, 1986

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Alternatives for an Air Force Trainer: T-46 or Modified T-37

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March 1, 1986

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The MX Missile Test Program and Alternatives

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February 1, 1986

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Trident II Missile Test Program

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February 1, 1986

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The MX Missile Test Program

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January 1, 1986

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Budgeting for Defense Inflation

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January 1, 1986

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Improving the Army Reserves

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November 1, 1985

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Testimony on Military Forces and Their Capabilities

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October 8, 1985

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Options for an Air Force Tactical Fighter Competition

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October 1, 1985

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Testimony on CBO's Estimates of the Costs of Legalizing Unauthorized Aliens Under H.R. 3080, the Immigration Control and Legalization Amendments Act of 1985

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September 11, 1985

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