Urban across the Country

Urban’s researchers partner with state and local leaders to provide the evidence, tools, and support they need to improve lives and strengthen communities. This work includes strategic advising to translate research into action, program evaluations to measure effectiveness, and research and data analysis to inform decisionmaking. Our experts develop custom data tools and modeling to support equitable resource allocation and lead community-engaged research and convenings to ensure policies reflect local priorities.

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Brief New Incentives Reward the Jump Into Jobs
[Minneapolis Star Tribune] Urban Institute research, Gregory Acs, contemplates whether the large numbers of people leaving welfare can continue their apparent initial success, and what is responsible for the success. He goes on to discuss states roles in creating entry-level jobs attractive to
Research Report Child Care Assistance Under Welfare Reform
When the demand for child care assistance exceeds the available federal and state child care funds, the group most likely to be left without assistance is low-income working families with no connection to the welfare system. Despite a $600 million increase in federal funds for child care, there is
Research Report Health Policy for Low-Income People in Alabama
There are two Highlights for each state. The Highlights that focus on health cover Medicaid, other public insurance programs, the health care marketplace, and the role of public providers. The Highlights capture policies in place and planned in 1996 and early 1997.
Research Report Health Policy for Low-Income People in California
There are two Highlights for each state. The Highlights that focus on health cover Medicaid, other public insurance programs, the health care marketplace, and the role of public providers. The Highlights capture policies in place and planned in 1996 and early 1997.