Your Government,
In Plain English
Congress, the Supreme Court, federal agencies, campaign finance, and your ballot — all in one place, explained without jargon or partisan spin.
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Federal Agencies
Track how federal agencies are funded, what legislation affects them, and how budget changes impact the programs you rely on.
Department of Defense
Defense & SecurityMilitary operations, national defense, and the armed forces.
Department of Health and Human Services
HealthPublic health, Medicare, Medicaid, CDC, FDA, and NIH.
Department of Veterans Affairs
Social ServicesBenefits, healthcare, and services for military veterans.
Social Security Administration
Social ServicesSocial Security retirement, disability, and survivor benefits.
Department of Education
EducationFederal education policy, student loans, and school funding.
Department of Homeland Security
Defense & SecurityBorder security, FEMA, TSA, immigration, and cybersecurity.
Department of Justice
Justice & LawFederal law enforcement, FBI, DEA, ATF, and the court system.
Department of Transportation
InfrastructureHighways, aviation (FAA), transit, rail, and auto safety.
Budget and spending data is sourced from USAspending.gov, the official source for federal spending data maintained by the U.S. Treasury. Figures are updated regularly and reflect the current fiscal year.
What Every Voter Should Know
Essential knowledge for participating in American democracy.
Your Rights at the Polls
Know what you're entitled to as a voter and what to do if your rights are violated.
Read moreUnderstanding Campaign Finance
See who's funding political campaigns and how dark money influences elections.
Read moreSpotting Hidden Riders
Learn how unrelated provisions get attached to popular bills — and how to spot them.
Read moreMedia Literacy for Voters
Tips for evaluating political news and distinguishing fact from spin.
Read moreOur Commitment
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