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Federal Government Shutdown
Maryland's Governor Declares
State-of-Emergency
because of SNAP.
It's not just about numbers, it's about trust. When leaders ignore structural planning, they gamble with public services, safety nets, and taxpayer confidence.
Structural planning is a critical process that ensures the longevity and stability of a government’s budget. It extends beyond the objective of achieving a balanced budget for a single fiscal year, focusing instead on creating a sustainable financial framework that can endure over time without succumbing to the pressures of unsustainable expenditure.
A structurally sound budget does not use non-recurring revenues to fund recurring expenses. That's like using a holiday bonus to pay your monthly mortgage, it works once, but it's not sustainable.
When governments skip structural planning, they are often:
- Fund long-term programs with short-term money
- Create deficits when temporary revenue dries up.
- Face painful cuts or tax hikes to rebalance.