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At the federal level, the two categories of budgetary expenditures are entitlement and discretionary spending. 

Federal, state, and local consumer protection agencies all have a role in safeguarding consumers against fraud, deception, and unfair practices.

New technologies have tremendous potential to transform the lives of all people.

In cases of extremely short supply or high demand, sellers may attempt to profit from the scarcity of essential products and services.

Virtually all companies now collect, use, share, or sell personal information. This refers to information that is linked or reasonably linkable to an identified or identifiable individual.

Algorithmic decision tools powered by artificial intelligence (AI) are being used for consequential decision-making in a variety of contexts.

AARP’s digital privacy and security principles are intended to ensure strong and equitable consumer privacy and security protections.

Most states and localities generate a significant portion of state and local revenue from the taxation of retail sales. Such taxes are attractive because they are relatively easy to administer.

Block grants and unfunded mandates are two government budgetary practices that can have significant implications for lower levels of government. 

Federal and state governments have tried to change budget rules to control government spending. Budget rules have also been used to impose fiscal discipline.