Fiscal Year 2010 (FY 2010) refers to the financial year that began on October 1, 2009, and ended on September 30, 2010. This period is significant for government budgeting and financial reporting, as it helps organizations plan their expenditures and revenues. During FY 2010, the U.S. government faced economic challenges due to the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis. The federal budget included measures aimed at economic recovery, such as the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which aimed to stimulate the economy through various investments and tax cuts.