Structurally Balanced Budget Policy Template

Financial Foundations Framework

Structurally Balanced Budget Policy Template

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This template provides the basics of a structurally balanced budget policy. You should adjust this policy to fit your government’s needs. For further guidance, refer to the GFOA book “Financial Policies.” The book describes the elements in this template plus additional options.

Publication Date: September 2020

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