Which program must legally be funded at a certain level in each year's budget regardless of what Congress wants to do?
A. Defense
B. Social Security
C. Transportation
D. Education
Answer (2)
The program that must be funded at a certain level each year is Social Security, as it is mandatory and not subject to annual appropriations. Other programs like Defense, Transportation, and Education depend on Congressional decisions. Thus, Social Security is unique in its guaranteed funding requirement. ;
The program that must be funded each year at a certain level is Social Security, as it is legally mandated and not subject to annual appropriations by Congress. This program finances benefits through payroll taxes and ensures support for eligible recipients. Unlike discretionary programs like Defense or Education, Social Security has a guaranteed funding requirement.
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