Federal spending that is authorized by permanent laws and does not go through the annual appropriation process is called _____ spending.

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Mandatory spending refers to federal spending that is authorized by laws that operate on a permanent or multi-year basis and does not go through the regular annual appropriation process. This spending primarily includes entitlement programs such as Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, and usually continues at set levels without Congress having to approve funds on an annual basis.

Federal Spending That Is Authorized by Permanent Laws and Does