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Mandatory spending

Spending on certain programs that is mandated, or required, by existing law

Discretionary spending

Spending category above which government planners can make choices

Entitlement

Social welfare program that people are entitled to if they meet certain eligibilitlty requirements

Medicaid

Entitlement program that benefits low.income families, some people with disabilities, and elderly people in nursing homes