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Crossing the Epistemic Divide

Crossing the Epistemic Divide

As generative AI tackles math, science, and code with increasing precision, its next challenge lies in navigating complex, real-world problems where definitive answers don’t exist. This “epistemic divide” separates what…

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Abortion Restrictions: Research Suggests Potential Economic and Household Effects of Recent State Changes

Abortion Restrictions: Research Suggests Potential...

Research suggests that restrictions on abortion access can have economic implications for individuals who seek or are unable to obtain abortions, their families, and aspects of the economy more broadly.…

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How Blockchain Supports Key Government Priorities

How Blockchain Supports Key Government Priorities

Blockchain is transforming how government agencies approach transparency, efficiency, and security. By enabling real-time tracking of transactions and automating processes like tax collection and benefits distribution, blockchain can help build…

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Executive Order 14296: Keeping Promises to Veterans and Establishing a National Center for Warrior Independence

Executive Order 14296: Keeping Promises to...

This executive order establishes the National Center for Warrior Independence to provide housing, care, and support services for homeless veterans, starting with a major redevelopment of the West Los Angeles…

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Executive Order 14284: Strengthening Probationary Periods in the Federal Service

Executive Order 14284: Strengthening Probationary...

This executive order overhauls how federal agencies evaluate newly hired employees by requiring active certification of a worker’s performance before they gain permanent status. Under the new Civil Service Rule…

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Commuter Rail: Most Systems Struggling to Recover Ridership Following the COVID-19 Pandemic

Commuter Rail: Most Systems Struggling to Recover...

Nearly five years after the pandemic began, most U.S. commuter rail systems are still struggling to regain pre-COVID ridership levels, despite restoring or exceeding service levels. While some systems have…

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Most Public Sector Employees Per 10,000 People: 2024

Most Public Sector Employees Per 10,000 People:...

This snapshot ranks U.S. states by the number of state and local government employees per 10,000 residents, offering a window into public workforce density across the country. States like Vermont,…

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Annual Survey of Public Employment & Payroll Summary Report: 2024

Annual Survey of Public Employment & Payroll...

In 2024, state and local governments employed nearly 20 million people, reflecting a steady rise in public sector employment. Education, hospitals, and police protection led the way as the largest…

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Small Business Pilot Program: SBA Has Opportunities to Evaluate Outcomes and Enhance Fraud Risk Mitigation

Small Business Pilot Program: SBA Has...

The SBA’s Community Navigator Pilot Program aimed to level the playing field for underserved small business owners—especially those in high-poverty, high-minority areas—by funding local organizations to act as navigators. These…

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Data Strategy Data: Delivering for ACF’s Mission

Data Strategy Data: Delivering for ACF’s Mission

The Administration for Children & Families (ACF) Data Strategy is a bold step toward leveraging data to improve human services across the nation. By prioritizing responsible data use, ACF aims…

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Military Spouses Factsheet

Military Spouses Factsheet

Military spouses face unique challenges due to frequent relocations and the demands of military life, which can make it difficult to find and sustain meaningful careers. Over two-thirds of military…

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Preparing for the 2030 Census: 2026 Census Test—Where We’re Testing and Why

Preparing for the 2030 Census: 2026 Census...

The 2026 Census Test is a critical step in preparing for the 2030 Census, focusing on improving data quality and coverage for historically undercounted communities. Testing will take place in…

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Crime Gun Intelligence Centers

Crime Gun Intelligence Centers

Crime Gun Intelligence Centers (CGICs) are on the frontlines of combating violent gun crime, using cutting-edge tools like NIBIN and eTrace to track and link firearms to criminal activity. These…

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Foster Youth to Independence Initiative: Implementation and Evolution

Foster Youth to Independence Initiative:...

The Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) Initiative, launched in 2019, provides crucial Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) assistance to young people with a history in foster care who are currently homeless…

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AbilityOne Program Fact Sheet

AbilityOne Program Fact Sheet

The AbilityOne Program has been empowering individuals who are blind or have significant disabilities since 1938, transforming potential into purpose by connecting their skills with meaningful work. As a trusted…

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