direct spending
Defined in 1 place of the United States Code.
The term “direct spending” means—
(A) budget authority provided by law other than appropriation Acts;
(B) entitlement authority; and
(C) the food stamp program.
Source
- 1994–20112 U.S.C. § 900The Congress · Statement of budget enforcement through sequestration; definitions · as used in this subchapter
The term “direct spending” means—
(A) budget authority provided by law other than appropriation Acts;
(B) entitlement authority; and
(C) the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Source
- 2011–present2 U.S.C. § 900The Congress · Statement of budget enforcement through sequestration; definitions · as used in this subchapter