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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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H.R. 2369, A bill to amend title 36, United States Code, to provide for an additional power for the American Legion under its federal charter

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December 2, 2011

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S. 1867, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012S. 1867, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012

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November 29, 2011

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An Analysis of the Navy's Amphibious Warfare Ships

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November 18, 2011


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An Analysis of the Navy's Amphibious Warfare Ships for Deploying Marines Overseas

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November 18, 2011

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Recent Development Efforts for Military Airships

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November 3, 2011


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Recent Development Efforts for Military Airships

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November 1, 2011

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S. 914, Veterans Programs Improvement Act of 2011

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October 19, 2011

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The Global Positioning System for Military Users: Current Modernization Plans and Alternatives

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October 28, 2011

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GPS for Military Users: Current Modernization Plans and Alternatives

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October 28, 2011


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CBO Testified on the Potential Costs of Health Care for Veterans of Recent and Ongoing U.S. Military Operations

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July 27, 2011


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