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NPP INCOME TAX CHART

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Enter the amount of federal income tax you paid during 2007 and see how the government spent the money. Note: Totals may not add up to 100% due to rounding.

Of the $2,920 you paid in taxes:
$1,226	goes to Past and Current Military
$642	goes to Health
$292	goes to Interest on Non-Military Debt
$263	goes to Anti-Poverty Programs
$117	goes to Education, Training & Social Services
$117	goes to Government & Law Enforcement
$88	goes to Housing & Community Development
$88	goes to Environment, Energy & Science
$58	goes to Agriculture, Commerce and Transportation
$29	goes to International Relations

Source: Breakdown of income taxes is based on Budget of the United States Government
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