Where Do Your Other Dollars Go?

Overview of Other in 2025

The U.S. Federal Government expects to spend $140,000,000,000.00 on Other in 2025. This represents 2% of all Federal spending in 2025.

The "Other Programs" category includes a broad range of federal activities and expenditures that do not fall neatly into the major categories like defense, Social Security, or healthcare. This category often covers the budgets of various federal agencies, including the Departments of Justice, Commerce, Labor, and Interior, as well as independent agencies such as the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Small Business Administration (SBA), and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It also includes spending on areas like law enforcement, disaster relief, economic development, scientific research, environmental conservation, and housing programs.

How Other is Funded in 2025

This category covers a range of programs and agencies not classified under the major departments, such as the Departments of Justice, Interior, Commerce, and Labor. Funding for these programs comes from discretionary appropriations set annually by Congress, as well as revenues from fees, fines, and specific program revenues. Some components may include mandatory spending, such as federal employee retirement benefits.

How Other is Budgeted in 2025

In fiscal year 2025, "Other Programs" collectively account for approximately $700 billion, or about 10 percent of the total federal budget. This funding supports a diverse array of government services and programs, ranging from criminal justice and community development to space exploration and environmental protection. These programs are vital for the functioning of the federal government and address a wide range of societal needs and policy goals.

Examples of Wasteful Spending at Other

There have been numerous reported examples of wasteful spending at Other. See below for some of the most recent reported cases.