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Joint Economic Committee Hearing on the 2016 Economic Report of the President

Original title: THE ECONOMIC REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT

January 1, 2016

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing serves as a formal oversight mechanism where Congress reviews the administration's economic analysis, which informs future federal tax, spending, and regulatory policy decisions.

Who is mentioned in the record

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U.S. Taxpayers

The economic policies discussed during this hearing influence federal budget constraints, tax systems, and regulatory environments that impact the national economy.

Federal Policymakers

Members of the Joint Economic Committee use the testimony and report to inform their legislative decisions regarding fiscal and economic policy.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2016.

What's next

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Summary

The held a hearing on March 2, 2016, to review the annual Economic Report of the President. Jason Furman, Chairman of the , testified before the committee to discuss the state of the U.S. economy and long-term growth projections.

Key Facts

  • The hearing took place on March 2, 2016, in the Hart Senate Office Building.
  • The session marked the 70th anniversary of both the Council of Economic Advisers and the Joint Economic Committee.
  • The committee reviewed the 'Economic Report of the President' as part of a long-standing annual tradition.
  • Chairman Coats noted that the current economic recovery has been slower than previous historical recoveries.
  • The committee entered several charts into the record, including data on private-sector job growth streaks and GDP growth trends.
  • Senator Martin Heinrich and Senator Amy Klobuchar submitted follow-up questions for the record to Jason Furman.

Why It Matters

This hearing serves as a formal oversight mechanism where Congress reviews the administration's economic analysis, which informs future federal tax, spending, and regulatory policy decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the Economic Report of the President?
It is an annual report prepared by the that provides an overview of the nation's economic progress and the administration's economic policy goals.
Who is responsible for testifying at this hearing?
The Chairman of the , who in 2016 was Jason Furman.

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Lobbying Activity

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Discoveries

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70th Anniversary Alignment

The hearing coincided with the 70th anniversary of both the Council of Economic Advisers and the Joint Economic Committee, both established by the same 1946 legislation.

Connected Entities

personCarolyn B. MaloneyU.S. Representative from New York and Ranking Member of the committee.Map →
organizationJoint Economic CommitteeCongressional committee overseeing the hearing.Map →
personJason FurmanChairman of the Council of Economic Advisers and primary witness.Map →
personDaniel CoatsU.S. Senator from Indiana and Chairman of the Joint Economic Committee.Map →
organizationCouncil of Economic AdvisersExecutive branch agency responsible for the Economic Report of the President.Map →

Sources

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www.govinfo.gov

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