| − | A '''baseline''' is a projection of the receipts, outlays, and other [[budget]] amounts that would ensue in the future without any change in existing policy. Baseline projections are used to gauge the extent in which proposed [[legislation]], if enacted into law, would alter current spending and revenue levels.<ref>[http://www.senate.gov/reference/glossary_term/baseline.htm] US Senate Reference</ref> | + | A '''baseline''' is a projection of the receipts, outlays, and other [[budget]] amounts that would ensue in the future without any change in existing policy. Baseline projections are used to gauge the extent in which proposed [[legislation]], if enacted into law, would alter current spending and revenue levels.<ref>[https://www.senate.gov/reference/glossary_term/baseline.htm] US Senate Reference</ref> |