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As data centers see a surge in demand because of generative AI, Henrico County, Virginia, shows how local governments can turn the economic gains of this new industry into sustainable funding for affordable housing.
How the Federal Government Can Use Data to Make the Most of the Executive Order on Racial Equity Establishing the Equitable Data Working Group is an important step to improving federal data infrastructure. What comes next?Policymakers Can Redesign the Early Childhood and Education System to Root Out Structural Racism Advancing racial equity in the early child care and education workforce would require systemic change and buy-in from stakeholders at every level of government and our society.Policymakers Can Prioritize Better Ways to Support Children of Immigrants through Housing Assistance With children of immigrants being such a large share of the next generation, understanding their specific needs and challenges will be critical.Building Power for Freelance Arts Workers—and All Independent Contractors—Will Make Them More Resilient to Economic Shocks Low wages, wage theft, and unstable employment leave freelance arts workers in precarious conditions.COVID-19 Relief Programs Aimed at Alleviating Student Hunger Could Affect School Funding Changes in the student poverty measurement affect funding to schools serving students most in need.States Can Use TANF Diversion Payments to Provide Critical Support to Families in Crisis Tracking TANF diversion programs and understanding how they operate can help policymakers ensure more families get the relief they need.
