It has been suggested that a Federal program of credit assistance, modeled after Ohio's Linked Deposit Program, be established to assist small businesses. This report describes the operation of the Ohio Linked Deposit Program, presents cases for and against the proposal, and provides an overall evaluation of the proposal.,James M. Bickley, Analyst in Public Finance, Economics Division.,CRS 85-748 E,"May 16, 1985.",SuDoc# Lc 14. 18/3

A national sales tax has been frequently discussed as a possible new tax source to reduce projected large budgetary deficits. This report contains estimates that a national sales tax with a comprehensive tax base could yield up to $22.44 billion for each 1 percent levied, based on data for fiscal year 1987.,CRS 86-790 E,"July 23, 1986.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3