Depends on what you mean by "used in making policy." As far as I know there are no decisions which are based solely on cost-benefit analysis. Budgeting is done by legislatures so if CBA plays any role there it is in influencing the decisions of legislators. CBA is most commonly used in making regulatory decisions. Even there it is seldom the only criteria, but it is common for regulators and those contesting NPRMs (notice of proposed rule making) to present CBAs. - - Bill Dickens
William T. Dickens The Brookings Institution 1775 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20036 Phone: (202) 797-6113 FAX: (202) 797-6181 E-MAIL: [EMAIL PROTECTED] AOL IM: wtdickens >>> [EMAIL PROTECTED] 02/11/03 11:15PM >>> Does anyone know how often CBA is actually used in making policy? What percent of the federal budget (or state or local) has been determined by CBA? Cyril Morong
