Number: RL33623 Title: Long-Term Measures of Fiscal Imbalance Authors: D. Andrew Austin, Government and Finance Division Abstract: This report describes and analyzes several measures of the long-term fiscal condition of the federal government. The strengths and limitations of long-term, short-term, and medium-term fiscal measures are discussed. The report then provides an overview of the federal government's long-term fiscal situation. Pages: 39 Date: August 23, 2006