Abstract
This summary essay explores the political con text and the limitations on attempts to measure the impact of general revenue sharing. Contextual matters relating to political developments, specific legislative requirements, and comparisons with prior categorical programs are explored. In addition, the impact of general revenue sharing on ex penditure decisions and political developments are reviewed and considered. The concluding sections summarize the essential points where the renewal debate concerning general revenue sharing is most likely to become intense and parti san. Finally, the overall importance of general revenue sharing for American federalism is considered and a perspec tive on the role of general revenue sharing offered.
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