Sarah Puro
About Sarah Puro
Sarah Puro serves as a Principal Analyst at the Congressional Budget Office, where she has worked since 2003. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Macalester College and has advanced studies in Public Policy and Finance from the University of Chicago.
Work at Congressional Budget Office
Sarah Puro has served as a Principal Analyst at the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) since 2003. In this role, she has been integral to the budget process, providing independent analyses of budgetary and economic issues. Puro is involved in producing dozens of reports and hundreds of cost estimates annually, contributing significantly to the agency's mission. She operates in a strictly nonpartisan environment, focusing on professional competence rather than political affiliation. Her work ensures that all reports and cost estimates clearly disclose the agency's assumptions and methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Puro obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Macalester College, where she studied from 1995 to 1999. She furthered her education at the University of Chicago, attending the Harris School of Public Policy, where she studied Finance and Public Policy from 2001 to 2003. This educational background has equipped her with the analytical skills necessary for her role at the CBO, allowing her to effectively contribute to budgetary analyses and economic assessments.
Background
Before her tenure at the Congressional Budget Office, Sarah Puro worked as a Summer Associate at the California Legislative Analyst's Office in 2002. This position provided her with early exposure to governmental budget processes and analysis. Her academic and professional experiences have shaped her understanding of public policy and finance, which she applies in her current role.
Achievements
Throughout her career at the Congressional Budget Office, Sarah Puro has been involved in producing numerous reports and cost estimates, highlighting her expertise in budgetary analysis. Her commitment to transparency is evident in her work, as she ensures that all reports disclose the agency's assumptions and methodologies. Puro's contributions are vital to the integrity of the budget process.