shortfall

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Critics argue the fees are an “unfair premium” for EV drivers and won’t significantly address the Highway Trust Fund’s $241 billion shortfall.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

That said, the employer is required to cover any shortfall.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

Though likely temporary, the extra funding is expected to give Newsom enough cushion to balance the state budget without major cuts and lower a projected shortfall in 2027-28.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

The federal government is projected to post a budget shortfall of about $2 trillion in the current fiscal year ending in September, compared with $1.8 trillion a year earlier.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

This latest shortfall would involve more cuts in the arts.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove