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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.
Proposed GSE capital requirements would better protect taxpayers, but some questions remain Since entering conservatorship, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have not been subject to regulations on how much capital they must maintain.The 2020 Census is complex, vulnerable, and vital to our democracy Orchestrating a census of more than 300 million people requires 10 years of significant preparation, funding, and labor.New competency-based frameworks can help fill the manufacturing skills gap Through apprenticeships, manufacturing employers can produce the skilled workers they need.Five elements of a good job As the economy continues to add jobs, not all are high-quality.Gaps in data hinder equitable disaster recovery One year after Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas, some families still live in substandard or temporary housing.Traditional mortgage denial metrics may misrepresent racial and ethnic discrimination Traditional mortgage denial metrics don’t control for the creditworthiness of applicants.
