Growth of Federal User Charges

User charges have for some time, & especially in recent years, played an important role in financing federal programs. In 1991, user charges -- such as passport fees, national park entrance fees, & gasoline excise taxes -- amounted to nearly $120 billion & were the sole source of financing for some programs. This study documents the growth of user charges since 1980 & analyzes the economic & legal issues they have raised over the years as well as the more recent effects of changes in law & budget processes. Also assesses the potential for the growth of user charges. Charts, tables & drawings.Richardson, Pearl W. is the author of 'Growth of Federal User Charges' with ISBN 9780788106538 and ISBN 0788106538.