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USAspending.gov

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US federal spending data

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🚀 Quick Start Examples

USAspending.gov Javascript Examplejavascript

// USAspending.gov API Example
const response = await fetch('https://api.usaspending.gov/', {
    method: 'GET',
    headers: {
        'Content-Type': 'application/json'
    }
});

const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);

The US Federal Spending Data API offers seamless access to comprehensive data regarding federal spending across various sectors. With robust data sets encompassing contracts, grants, loans, and direct payments, this API serves as a valuable resource for researchers, policy makers, and developers aiming to gain insights into government expenditures. Users can easily retrieve data in a user-friendly format, allowing for in-depth analysis of how taxpayer dollars are allocated and spent across the nation. The API empowers transparency and accountability in government spending, driving informed decision-making at all levels.

Utilizing the US Federal Spending Data API comes with numerous advantages. Key benefits include:

Access to real-time federal spending information
Detailed insights into various government funding sources
A straightforward interface for querying extensive data sets
Enhanced accountability through transparency in expenditures
Support for data-driven decision-making in government and business

Here’s a simple JavaScript code example for making a GET request to this API:

fetch('https://api.usaspending.gov/api/v2/spending_by_award/')
  .then(response => response.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(error => console.error('Error fetching data:', error));