2015 was chock full of defining moments. Looking ahead, here are five things you can expect to make big news in 2016.

This week, members of Congress announced a final deal on a federal budget for fiscal year 2016. This counts as a serious win.

The beginning of a new fiscal year presents a new chance for Americans to make sure the federal budget works for all of us. The National Priorities Project is pleased to sponsor a free webinar on Poverty and the Federal Budget. 

Here are a few of the ways that federal tax and budget policy contribute to economic inequality.

Since 2008 alone, Congress has enacted 33 temporary fixes for the highway fund.

Last week lawmakers in the House of Representatives voted 240-179 to repeal the federal estate tax despite President Obama’s threats to veto the bill. 

On Tax Day, it’s all about "federal funds" - largely from your income taxes - that pay for the military, certain health care programs, education and other things. 

Tax season is upon us!  What should you know about your taxes? Here are seven things.

Join this webinar to see a breakdown of how the federal government spent each of your income tax dollars last year. 

Yesterday, the House of Representatives voted down the Congressional Progressive Caucus budget and passed the budget proposal from the House Budget Committee, with some tweaks.