This week at CBPP, we focused on the federal budget and taxes, health, and the economy.

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This week at CBPP, we focused on the federal budget and taxes, health, and the economy.
* On the federal budget and taxes, Paul N. Van de Water and Richard Kogan detailed ([link removed]) why a proposal from Senator Rob Portman for automatic continuing resolutions is not a good solution for government shutdowns. Samantha Jacoby explained ([link removed]) how two companion bills aim to curb opportunity zone abuses. Jacoby also noted ([link removed]) that policymakers should ensure that pass-throughs pay more of the taxes they owe. We updated ([link removed]) our backgrounder on federal tax expenditures.

* On health, Jessica Schubel emphasized ([link removed]) that Medicaid improper payment rates don’t measure ineligible enrollees, fraud, or abuse. Kyle Hayes cited ([link removed]) broad opposition to a Trump Administration proposal to lower the poverty line. We updated ([link removed]) our frequently asked questions about Medicaid.

* On the economy, Jared Bernstein testified ([link removed]) on deficits and debt in contemporary U.S. fiscal policy. We also updated ([link removed]) our backgrounder on how many weeks of unemployment compensation are available.

Chart of the Week — Pass-Throughs Make Up Largest Portion of Tax Gap ([link removed])

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A variety of news outlets featured CBPP’s work and experts this week. Here are some of the highlights:

Gov. Kevin Stitt should look at Puerto Rico's Medicaid mess before he signs up Oklahoma for block grant funding ([link removed])
Tulsa World
November 22, 2019

Republicans Now Support Paid Leave, Too. So Why Hasn’t It Passed? ([link removed])
New York Times
November 21, 2019

Former U.S. Treasury chief Lawrence Summers to IRS: Audit the rich ([link removed])
CBS News
November 20, 2019

A major Obamacare provision has saved thousands of lives – and the states that still haven’t signed on are making a huge mistake ([link removed])
Business Insider
November 18, 2019

FAQ: When is a high deductible health plan with an HSA a good choice? ([link removed])
Marketplace
November 18, 2019

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