Asbestos is found in rocks and soil. These mineral fibers have worked well for manufacturers for many reasons. For starters, theyâre flexible and resistant to heat, chemicals, and electricity. Thatâs why they were widely used for years to make construction materials, automotive parts, and even textiles.
A tax expenditure program is government spending through the tax code. Tax expenditures alter the horizontal and vertical equity of the basic tax system by allowing exemptions, deductions, or credits to select groups or specific activities.
Expenditures are classified as mandatory, with payments required by specific laws, or discretionary, with payment amounts renewed annually as part of the budget process. Expenditures averaged 20.4% GDP over the past 40 years, generally ranging +/-2% GDP from that level.