Relevance of Countercyclical Fiscal Policy and Fiscal Acyclicality
This literature review examines the effectiveness of countercyclical fiscal policies in stabilizing output and enhancing welfare, with a focus on the correlation between public spending cycles and GDP cycles. The study analyzes examples from Sweden and Argentina to showcase the impact of fiscal poli
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Fiscal Transparency and Government Budgets: Impact on Credibility and Reliability
Government budgets play a crucial role in economic management, with credibility and reliability being key factors that affect public trust, investment, and governance effectiveness. Fiscal transparency, assessed through various criteria, is fundamental for accountability, governance efficiency, and
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Overview of Utah's Budget for FY 2024-2025
Utah's budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025 is outlined with details on revenue sources, budget priorities, special funding, long-term fiscal health, and budget process changes. The budget allocations cover various sectors including education, transportation, law enforcement, social services, and mo
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Principles of Public Participation in Fiscal Policy
The work by GIFT focuses on developing principles for public participation in fiscal policy, emphasizing the importance of citizen engagement beyond mere disclosure. These principles aim to enhance accountability, uphold citizens' rights, and improve policy quality through inclusiveness and openness
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Gender-Responsive Fiscal Policies and Female Labor Force Participation
Despite persistent gender gaps in labor force participation and wages, various fiscal policy measures have been adopted globally since the mid-1980s to address these disparities. Understanding the impact of gender-responsive fiscal policies on female labor force participation, economic growth, incom
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Fiscal Responsibility Act & Sustainable Development Nexus
Sustainable development integrates environmental health with economic progress. Achieving SDGs requires fiscal responsibility at all levels of governance. Subnational fiscal irresponsibility impacts national growth. It is crucial to manage public resources effectively to attain sustainable developme
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Financial Responsibility and Procurement Training Overview
This overview covers key aspects of financial responsibility, procurement training, and fiscal roles within a university setting. It emphasizes protecting university resources, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and upholding ethical standards. It discusses the responsibilities and roles
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Enhancing Fiscal Policy Planning through Public Participation and Transparency
Explore the importance of public participation and meaningful transparency in fiscal policy planning and public expenditure management. Learn about the GIFT Network, its champions and stewards, and how fiscal transparency and public participation can lead to improved fiscal and development outcomes
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School-Based Financial Management and Fiscal Responsibility in Education Governance
School-Based Financial Management and Fiscal Responsibility is crucial for the effective operation of educational institutions. With the implementation of shared governance principles and fiscal autonomy under the School-Based Management System (SBM), schools can efficiently manage their financial r
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Fiscal Policy Guidance for State Long-Term Care Ombudsmen
Overview of the fiscal management responsibilities for State Long-Term Care Ombudsmen under the Older Americans Act requirements. Covers topics such as fiscal management, funding allocations, state plan requirements, and fiscal responsibilities. Details the OAA and LTCOP rule provisions related to f
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Understanding Fiscal Policy: A Comprehensive Overview
Fiscal policy involves changes in government spending and taxes to influence macroeconomic objectives like employment, price stability, and economic growth. It includes expansionary and contractionary policies to manage aggregate demand and stabilize the economy. This overview covers types of fiscal
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The Board of Taxation Voluntary Tax Transparency Code Overview
The Board of Taxation developed a voluntary Tax Transparency Code to address community concerns and promote greater tax transparency among large businesses. The Code outlines recommended disclosures for both large and medium businesses, encouraging adoption of higher disclosure standards. Internatio
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Principles of Fiscal Deficits and Debt Management According to Kalecki
Economist Kalecki advocated for a permanent regime of fiscal deficits to manage public debt, emphasizing the importance of debt management for liquidity in the financial system. His principles involve splitting the government budget into functional and financial parts, each influencing aggregate dem
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Post Award Fiscal Compliance: Who We Are and What We Do
Post Award Fiscal Compliance (PAFC) assists campus and central administrative units in mitigating non-compliance risks with sponsor terms and conditions by monitoring compliance, interpreting award requirements, providing training, and enhancing internal controls. The team includes Matt Gardner, Ass
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FERC Order 844 Compliance: Uplift Cost Allocation and Transparency
FERC Order 844, issued in April 2018, mandates reporting on uplift payments and unit commitments, along with revising tariff language for compliance. ISO-NE is proposing new reports and tariff revisions to adhere to the Order, enhancing transparency in operational practices. The Order aims to improv
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Fiscal Transparency in Mongolia: OGP NAP 2016-2018 Commitments
Explore the assessment of fiscal transparency in Mongolia and its commitments in the Open Government Partnership National Action Plan (2016-2018). The content includes results of the Open Budget Survey, Subnational Budget Transparency Survey, recommendations, and evaluations of budget transparency a
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Year-End Closing Checklist for School Fiscal Services
Review key areas such as tax revenue, grants, grant revenue, lease rental fund revenue, accruals, deferred outflow, liabilities, and deferred inflow to properly prepare for the year-end closing in school fiscal services. Ensure accuracy in financial records and compliance with regulations for a smoo
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Examination of Interim Fiscal Policy Paper for Financial Year 2019-2020
An independent auditor's report on the interim fiscal policy paper laid before the Houses of Parliament, confirming compliance with the requirements of the FAA Act. The report assesses the components, conventions, and assumptions underlying the paper for fiscal responsibility, macroeconomic framewor
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Butte County Office of Education Fiscal Oversight Role Overview
The Assembly Bill (AB) 1200 provides insights into the fiscal oversight role of Butte County Office of Education (BCOE). It outlines the responsibilities of local boards of education, BCOE as an intermediary agent, and the creation of the Financial Crises and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) in 19
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Enhancing Accountability through Transparency and Whistleblowing in Public Administration
Transparency and whistleblowing play crucial roles in promoting integrity and preventing corruption in public administration. Transparency fosters accountability, trust, and informed decision-making, while whistleblowing serves as a culturally determined anti-corruption measure. Implementing effecti
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The GIFT Operating Rules: Changes for a Stronger Champion Network
The GIFT General Stewards Meeting in Cascais, Portugal discussed changes to strengthen and unify the Champion Network. It highlighted the importance of inclusive participation and outlined the roles and responsibilities of GIFT stewards. The meeting emphasized advancing fiscal openness through trans
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California's Fiscal Outlook Presentation to California School Boards Association
California's fiscal outlook was presented to the California School Boards Association by the Legislative Analyst's Office in December 2016. The report highlights a decrease in revenues and expenditures for the 2016-17 fiscal year, leading to a revised reserve down by $1 billion. However, the state i
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AmeriCorps California Volunteers Fiscal Training Conference 2017 Details
In July 2017, the AmeriCorps Grantee Training Conference took place, focusing on fiscal procedures, compliance, desk reviews, and monitoring. The conference covered topics such as improper payments elimination, common audit findings, and the fiscal desk review process implemented by California Volun
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Assessment of Fiscal Transparency Among GIFT Stewards
This assessment analyzes the fiscal transparency of GIFT Stewards and Partners in 20 countries using various data sources. It aims to encourage peer learning, stimulate discussions on enhancing fiscal openness, and promote more robust reforms and OGP commitments. The evaluation highlights improvemen
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Enhancing Budget Transparency: A Global Toolkit Overview
Explore the importance of budget transparency, from simple concepts to complex dimensions like revenues, expenditures, and performance. Discover the role of official standards and guidance, and learn about the useful roles of a toolkit in assessing and implementing transparency reforms. Delve into f
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Transparency in Banking: Examining Disclosure and Regulation
Discussion on the importance of transparency in the banking industry, focusing on the level of information disclosure by banks and its impact on market discipline, lending practices, and regulatory intervention. Papers explore different facets of transparency, including the disclosure audience, natu
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July 2022 Activities at ICAI Coahuila - A Month Focused on Transparency and Data Protection
Throughout July 2022, the Instituto Coahuilense de Acceso a la Información Pública (ICAI) in Coahuila, Mexico, organized various activities centered around transparency, data protection, and information access. Key events included training sessions, presentations, discussions on protecting persona
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Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Overview
The content presents detailed information on the fiscal year 2023 budget, including budget cycles, comparisons between fiscal years, source of funds, expenditure plans, and top projects for the Consolidated Municipal Agency (CMA). It covers budget development processes, funding sources, expenditure
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Emerging Markets Investors Alliance and GIFT: Promoting Fiscal Transparency
The Emerging Markets Investors Alliance, in partnership with GIFT (Global Initiative for Fiscal Transparency), aims to educate institutional investors about fiscal transparency and facilitate investor advocacy with governments. Through roundtable discussions and engagements with finance ministers, t
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Understanding Fiscal Reports and Budgeting Process
Dive into the world of fiscal reports and budgeting with a presentation led by Stephanie Dirks. Explore the Budget Code Story, different types of reports, and examples of Fiscal 04 & Fiscal 06 reports. Learn about Fund allocations, Object Codes, and responsible oversight of funds. Get insights into
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Building Financial Systems Around Fiscal Data in Early Childhood Programs
Understand the importance of fiscal data in program management, identify key fiscal data elements, address policy questions, and learn from a state's cost study design. Explore the significance of fiscal data for decision-making, policy development, and program management, with a focus on revenue so
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Global Practices in Fiscal Rule Performance
The study explores the implementation and impact of fiscal rules on macro-fiscal management, focusing on international experiences. It discusses the presence and compliance with fiscal rules, highlighting differences in pro-cyclicality among small and large countries. The rise in adoption of nationa
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Understanding Fiscal Notes in Government Legislation
Fiscal notes are essential documents accompanying bills affecting finances of state entities. They detail revenue, expenditure, and fiscal impact, requiring a 6-day processing timeline. The need for a fiscal note may be determined by legislative services, committees, sponsors, or agencies. The proce
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Fiscal Note Preparation Process and Guidelines
Fiscal notes are essential for bills affecting state finances. This includes the total processing time, exceptions, and what to do if there is disagreement on the fiscal note. The process involves multiple steps, including drafting, review, and resolution of disagreements. The President of the Senat
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Enhancing Transparency through EITI Mainstreaming in Government Systems
Promoting transparency in government systems is crucial for effective governance. The process of mainstreaming and entrenching EITI reporting can enhance transparency and accountability, as demonstrated by case studies from Timor-Leste. By incorporating transparency as an integral part of governance
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Understanding Government Tools for Economic Stability
The government uses fiscal and monetary policies to stabilize the economy. Fiscal policy involves Congress's actions through government spending or taxation changes, while monetary policy is driven by the Federal Reserve Bank. Discretionary fiscal policy involves new bills designed to adjust aggrega
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Enhancing Public Procurement Transparency in Rajasthan: CUTS Experiences and Learnings
CUTS International, an Indian consumer organization, has been working on public procurement issues in Rajasthan for the past 15 years. The organization's efforts aim to promote transparency, accountability, and good governance in procurement processes. Rajasthan's legal and institutional framework f
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Overview of Papua New Guinea's Fiscal Transparency Commitments in OGP
Papua New Guinea (PNG) is actively engaging in the Open Government Partnership (OGP), with commitments to enhance fiscal transparency and accountability. PNG's journey towards OGP membership includes workshops, seminars, and the submission of a National Action Plan emphasizing budget formulation pro
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Fiscal Transparency and Public Participation Initiatives in 2023
The 2023 workplan involves various initiatives focused on advancing transparency and public participation in fiscal policies. It includes capacity building, global norms harmonization, public participation mechanisms, innovative approaches for inclusive budgets, and partnership projects with organiz
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Enhancing Fiscal Transparency in Mongolia: Key Developments and Achievements
The fiscal transparency in Mongolia has seen significant progress with the introduction of key laws, initiatives, and reports aimed at ensuring accountability, participation, and effectiveness in budget management. The country's focus on transparency aligns with its vision of promoting public trust
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