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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.
New data shed light on why some workers prefer non-traditional employment Around 80 percent of self-employed independent contractors prefer their current employment arrangement.DeVos misrepresents the evidence in seeking gainful employment deregulation Gainful employment regulations protect students from exploitation by institutions that do not provide meaningful educational opportunities.Improving the disaster aid application process will ensure victims aren’t left behind Applying for government assistance after a disaster can be a complicated and confusing process.The rebounding mortgage market, in three charts Three data tools provide a glimpse into how the mortgage market has evolved since the 2008 housing crisis.States are looking beyond the juvenile justice system to address school truancy In crafting truancy policies, some states are acknowledging barriers to attending school and finding promising alternatives to punishment.Landlords limit voucher holders’ choice in where they can live A new Urban Institute report finds that many landlords routinely reject voucher holders before meeting them.