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Showing 1 to 5 of 5 for “"Earmarks"”.
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The Cost of Earmarks
<p>Finding revenue is a challenge that faces many municipalities in the United States. As the tax base continues to decline and demand for government services increases, local governments are forced to make hard choices. Low on the list of priorities for local governments is the maintenance, and …
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Political advertising in presidential elections and law making in the U.S. Congress
… chapter 2, which investigates into Congressional earmarks in legislations from 2008 to 2010, and finds that retiring members request significantly fewer earmarks, after factors such as seniority, committee membership, general efforts level and local demand controlled for. The result suggests the …
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Have Video Gaming Revenues led to an Increase in Municipal Services in Illinois?
… on interviews with municipal finance staff. Earmarks for addiction services programs and an increased police presence in areas with a high density of video gaming establishments are suggested as an alternative to the current municipal revenue allocation.
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Essays on Local Political Economy in Brazil and the United States
… in the academic literature. Theory suggests that earmarks should not matter since budget authorities can always shuffle money between accounts. However, empirical studies often find that much of marginal earmarked revenue is spent overwhelmingly on its intended purpose. There are many theories for …
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FABRICATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF 3D PRINTED METALLIC OR NON-METALLIC GRAPHENE COMPOSITES
… method for specific component production and earmarks the sample with material and geometry designed ad-hoc for a defined purpose, starting from a biomimetic approach to functional structures. The technique has the advantage of being quick, accurate, and with a limited waste of materials. The …