federally-funded programs
[/ˈfɛd.ər.əl.i ˈfʌn.dɪd ˈproʊ.græmz/]
noun phrasepl: federally-funded programs
programas financiados pelo governo federal
1. Government initiatives, services, or projects that are funded and administered by the federal government rather than state or local governments
Federally-funded programs like Medicare provide healthcare coverage to millions of Americans.
Programas financiados pelo governo federal, como o Medicare, fornecem cobertura de saúde para milhões de americanos.
2. Public spending initiatives authorized by the federal government to address national priorities such as education, infrastructure, or social services
The new infrastructure bill includes numerous federally-funded programs to improve transportation systems.
O novo projeto de lei de infraestrutura inclui vários programas financiados pelo governo federal para melhorar os sistemas de transporte.
This term is distinctly American, reflecting the U.S. federal system of government. In Brazil, the equivalent concept exists but uses different terminology since Brazil's system, while federal, operates with different administrative divisions. The phrase is commonly used in American political discourse, policy discussions, and when discussing social programs like Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. Understanding this term is essential for discussions about American government spending and social policy.
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