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December 18, 2025 at 4:46 PM

New analysis on DC-area nonprofits amid funding disruptions

Latest from Urban’s Center for Nonprofits and Philanthropy Greetings— Nationwide, nonprofits have faced funding disruptions that have made it harder to carry out their missions and serve communities. Nonprofits in the greater Washington, DC, region—where large number…

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December 18, 2025 at 12:34 PM

Supporting small businesses through economic challenges

Urban Institute Update Also: Maryland's approach to fighting child poverty Web Version Urban Institute Update How local governments can support small businesses struggling with economic uncertainty and high costsSmall …

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December 17, 2025 at 8:19 PM

Impacts of raising Medicare’s eligibility age

Urban Institute Update Health and Health Policy Research Update Web Version Raising the Medicare eligibility age to 67 Policymakers are considering increasing the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. This change, however,…

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December 17, 2025 at 7:33 PM

Live with Urban: Overcoming Challenges to Evaluating Child Welfare Programs

Health Policy Center Web Version Urban Institute Events Overcoming Challenges to Evaluating Child Welfare Programs Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET   Virtual Event Evaluating chil…

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December 17, 2025 at 12:02 PM

Energy insecurity’s impact on mental health

Racial disparities in electricity rates and energy insecurity Web Version December Update Energy insecurity’s impact on mental health across US households New evidence from Columbia University examines how energy hardships—unsa…

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December 16, 2025 at 4:56 PM

Data and solutions to address the affordability crisis

Latest Urban financial well-being data tools Greetings— Daily life in the US has become more expensive, and many people are using savings and credit to make ends meet. As this affordability crisis continues, policymakers need timely data to inform policies that accur…

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December 15, 2025 at 6:15 PM

How federal spending on children has declined

Additional analysis comparing federal and state spending Greetings— Public investments are used to educate children, promote their health, safety, and well-being, ensure their basic needs are met, and help protect their families from financial hardship. Despite these…

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December 11, 2025 at 4:37 PM

Evaluating the White House’s Affordable Care Act proposal

Health Policy Center Also: Creating policies to ease medical debt in collections Web Version Health Policy Update Six questions to evaluate the White House’s proposal to extend Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax c…

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December 10, 2025 at 12:31 PM

DC-area research that elevated the debate in 2025

Greater DC Update National Guard in DC, keeping families in cities, the effects of unemployment in DC, and more Web Version Greater DC Update The National Guard won’t end homelessness. Housing resources can. The…

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December 4, 2025 at 12:34 PM

Student loan payments hit prepandemic delinquency levels

Urban Institute Update Also: Evaluating the White House's ACA tax credit extension proposal Web Version Urban Institute Update About 6 million Americans have fallen behind on student loan payments, a return to prepande…

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December 1, 2025 at 4:16 PM

Tune in Tomorrow: Improving Access to State Tax Credits through Research to Action

Health Policy Center Join Maryland comptroller Brooke Lierman for this engaging conversation Web Version Urban Institute Events Improving Access to State Tax Credits through Research to Action Tuesday, D…

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November 24, 2025 at 3:54 PM

Live at Urban: Improving Access to State Tax Credits through Research to Action

Health Policy Center Join Maryland comptroller Brooke Lierman for this engaging conversation Web Version Urban Institute Events Improving Access to State Tax Credits through Research to Action Tuesday, D…

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November 20, 2025 at 8:02 PM

How does young adults’ debt vary by geography and race?

Updated Debt in America tool explores the financial health of young adults Greetings— While credit can be a lifeline during emergencies and a path to education and homeownership, delinquent debt can burden people’s financial well-being. Young adults ages 18 to 24 are…

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November 20, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Updated dashboard reveals financial gaps in communities

Urban Institute Update Also: Permanent supportive housing is a solution for homelessness Web Version Urban Institute Update As residents struggle with rising costs, local leaders can help them build a cushion of wealth…

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November 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM

Live at Urban: Improving Access to State Tax Credits through Research to Action

Health Policy Center Join Maryland comptroller Brooke Lierman for this engaging conversation Web Version Urban Institute Events Improving Access to State Tax Credits through Research to Action Tuesday, D…

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November 18, 2025 at 8:10 PM

How federal policy change and uncertainty is affecting youth-serving organizations and young people

Greetings— Through interviews with youth service providers across the country just prior to passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, new Urban Institute research sheds light on the impact of planned and enacted federal policy changes on youth-serving organizations …

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November 13, 2025 at 4:13 PM

Will Congress act before ACA tax credit enhancements disappear?

Health Policy Center Also: Many parents rely on Markeplace coverage to afford health insurance Web Version Health Policy Update Eligibility cliff on Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits would make health care unafforda…

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November 12, 2025 at 3:33 PM

Live at Urban: Improving Access to State Tax Credits through Research to Action

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November 12, 2025 at 12:02 PM

New research on building decarbonization

New evidence on payday lending in the Mississippi Delta Web Version november Update Making the energy transition fair: New research on building decarbonizationA new study published in Energy Policy introduces a data-driven fra…

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November 11, 2025 at 12:31 PM

How immigration actions may undercut tax revenues nationwide

Immigration Research Also: HUD’s request for immigration status Web Version Federal immigration actions could affect state and local tax revenues Although they’re federally driven, immigration policies that may discourage ta…

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November 6, 2025 at 12:32 PM

Tracking affordability in America

Urban Institute Update Also: Solutions for your policymakers Web Version Urban Institute Update Creating an affordable future for America Getting a good job, starting a business, or owning a home are goals many American…

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November 5, 2025 at 5:21 PM

Live at Urban: Improving Access to State Tax Credits through Research to Action

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November 3, 2025 at 8:32 PM

Marketplace coverage is a crucial source for parents and children

Urban Institute Update Health and Health Policy Research Update Web Version Assessing Marketplace coverage for parents and children As Congress continues to debate whether to extend Marketplace enhanced premium tax credits, …

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October 31, 2025 at 4:59 PM

Increasing health insurance access and affordability for the child care workforce

Case study on DC’s HealthCare4ChildCare program Greetings— The child care workforce performs essential, physically demanding work, with providers facing daily health risks as they take care of the country’s children. Yet because of low wages and high rates of uninsur…

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October 29, 2025 at 6:45 PM

How community organizations can use data to address food insecurity

Latest insights from Urban’s Local Data for Equitable Communities grant program Greetings— Access to quality food options is a basic building block for dignity, health, economic opportunity, and cultural connection. Yet for many rural and urban families, the closest …

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October 23, 2025 at 3:17 PM

Premium tax credit delays are already affecting health care

Health Policy Center Also: State-by-state insights on Medicaid and nicotine treatment access Web Version Health Policy Update Health policy experts on the effects of delays in enhanced premium tax credit (PTC) extension…

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October 16, 2025 at 4:07 PM

How OBBBA shifts tax benefits for children toward high income families

Latest analysis of federal spending on children Greetings— Investing in children from families with low incomes is a proven way to reduce child poverty, improve children’s health, and allow families to invest in their children’s futures. However, new Urban Institute …

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October 16, 2025 at 11:36 AM

DC families face major SNAP reductions under new federal bill

Urban Institute Update Also: Nonprofits' continuous operational challenges Web Version Urban Institute Update 230,000 families in the DC area will lose some or all of their SNAP benefits under the One Big Beautiful Bill…

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October 15, 2025 at 11:02 AM

Addressing energy insecurity in the US

Can low-income discount programs address energy insecurity? Web Version october Update Can low-income discount programs help address energy insecurity? Diana Hernández, Vivek Shastry, and Qëndresa Krasniqi examine how low-incom…

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October 7, 2025 at 3:09 PM

Live with Urban: How Can Human Services Agencies Coordinate and Integrate Their Services?

Health Policy Center Web Version Urban Institute Events How Can Human Services Agencies Coordinate and Integrate Their Services? Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET Virtual Event …

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October 6, 2025 at 6:27 PM

230,000 DC area families will lose some or all their SNAP benefits under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Latest analysis on the legislations’ impact Greetings— New Urban Institute analysis estimates that more than 230,000 families in the DC metropolitan region will experience lower or lose all Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits because of cuts to …

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October 2, 2025 at 2:42 PM

New research uncovers gaps in Medicare Advantage sales and marketing oversight

Urban Institute Update Health and Health Policy Research Update Web Version Challenges of choice in Medicare Medicare beneficiaries face many choices when entering the program and often seek assistance from health insurance ag…

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October 2, 2025 at 11:31 AM

The future of health coverage hinges on premium tax credits

Urban Institute Update Also: Data on student parents and colleges Web Version Urban Institute Update 4.8 million people will lose coverage in 2026 if enhanced premium tax credits expire Enhanced premium tax credits (PT…

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October 1, 2025 at 11:01 AM

Can setting targets solve DC’s housing shortage?

Greater DC Update Also: New data on DC child care subsidy use Web Version Greater DC Update Addressing housing supply challenges through target setting Urban researchers conducted case studies in four states and…

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September 30, 2025 at 2:53 PM

Live with Urban: How Can Human Services Agencies Coordinate and Integrate Their Services?

Health Policy Center Web Version Urban Institute Events How Can Human Services Agencies Coordinate and Integrate Their Services? Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET Virtual Event …

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September 26, 2025 at 4:17 PM

Expiration of ACA tax credits will cost health care sector $32 billion

Urban Institute Update Health and Health Policy Research Update Web Version Changes in health care spending and uncompensated care under enhanced premium tax credit expiration for Marketplace coverage Research shows hospitals…

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September 25, 2025 at 3:28 PM

Paperwork burdens cost one in eight working-age SNAP recipients their benefits in 2024

Upcoming SNAP changes may increase benefit interruptions Greetings— The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) reaches 42 million Americans and is an effective buffer against food insecurity. However, many families face difficulty recertifying their eligibi…

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September 25, 2025 at 3:27 PM

Paperwork burdens cost one in eight working-age SNAP recipients their benefits in 2024

Upcoming SNAP changes may increase benefit interruptions Greetings— The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) reaches 42 million Americans and is an effective buffer against food insecurity. However, many families face difficulty recertifying their eligibi…

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September 25, 2025 at 11:32 AM

Millions are at risk if premium tax credits expire

Health Policy Center Also: Reforming the Medicare sales industry to benefit beneficiaries Web Version Health Policy Update 4.8 million people will lose coverage in 2026 if enhanced premium tax credits expire If premium …

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September 23, 2025 at 4:51 PM

Live with Urban: How Can Human Services Agencies Coordinate and Integrate Their Services?

Health Policy Center Web Version Urban Institute Events How Can Human Services Agencies Coordinate and Integrate Their Services? Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET Virtual Event …

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September 23, 2025 at 4:36 PM

Live at Urban: Financial Well-Being and Wealth among Young Adults

Health Policy Center Web Version Urban Institute Events Financial Well-Being and Wealth among Young Adults Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET  Check-in at 1:30 p.m. ET Reception to fo…

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September 18, 2025 at 11:36 AM

High school students still behind after pandemic disruptions

Urban Institute Update Also: Policies are needed to grow both income and wealth Web Version Urban Institute Update New math and reading data illustrate the state of postpandemic high school achievement and attendance N…

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September 17, 2025 at 5:55 PM

Millions will soon be uninsured if enhanced PTCs expire

Urban Institute Update Health and Health Policy Research Update Web Version 4.8 million people will lose coverage in 2026 if enhanced premium tax credits expire As Congress debates the future of enhanced Marketplace premium t…

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September 17, 2025 at 11:03 AM

TANF’s effect on breastfeeding, health justice in Asheville, local organizers tackle housing and health

Also: Apply for E4A’s rapid response grant Web Version september Update Does easing cash assistance rules affect breastfeeding? This quasiexperimental study analyzed whether COVID-19-era Temporary Assistance for Needy Families …

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September 16, 2025 at 4:21 PM

Live with Urban: How Can Human Services Agencies Coordinate and Integrate Their Services?

Health Policy Center Web Version Urban Institute Events How Can Human Services Agencies Coordinate and Integrate Their Services? Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET Virtual Event …

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September 16, 2025 at 2:54 PM

Live at Urban: Financial Well-Being and Wealth among Young Adults

Health Policy Center Web Version Urban Institute Events Financial Well-Being and Wealth among Young Adults Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET  Check-in at 1:30 p.m. ET Reception to fo…

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September 9, 2025 at 5:29 PM

New analysis on diaper insecurity in the US

It would take 4.8 billion diapers to fill the gap Greetings— Across the country, families with young children are unable to afford basic necessities, with nearly half (46 percent) of all families with children ages 3 and younger struggling to afford diapers—that perc…

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September 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM

Live at Urban: Financial Well-Being and Wealth among Young Adults

Health Policy Center Web Version Urban Institute Events Financial Well-Being and Wealth among Young Adults Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET  Check-in at 1:30 p.m. ET Reception to fo…

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September 4, 2025 at 11:32 AM

Flexible scheduling isn’t a perk—it’s a necessity

Urban Institute Update Also: Denver's strategy to reduce homelessness Web Version Urban Institute Update Low-wage workers rarely get to control their time. Stable and flexible scheduling gives them the autonomy to lear…

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September 3, 2025 at 6:19 PM

Live at Urban: Financial Well-Being and Wealth among Young Adults

Health Policy Center Web Version Urban Institute Events Financial Well-Being and Wealth among Young Adults Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET  Check-in at 1:30 p.m. ET Reception to fo…

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