5 Ways to Improve Jobs for People Incarcerated in US Prisons
COMMENTARY | To understand how best to reform and improve prison jobs and better meet the needs of people in prison, decision-makers can build on the existing evidence and listen to those who are incarcerated.
Testing Out New Transportation Options in the Nation’s Capital
Washington, D.C. officials are hoping a “mobility innovation district” will help address equity concerns.
As Self-Driving Cars Hit the Streets, New Equity Concerns Emerge
States and localities will have a key role in ensuring vulnerable communities aren’t harmed by the new transportation technology, or miss out on its benefits.
One County’s Solution to Controversial Confederate Road Names: Switch to Numbers
But dissenters argue it’s all part of a plot to erase their Confederate heroes from history.
Concerns Grow Over AI in Hiring Processes
Automated tech, including artificial intelligence for job recruiting, interviewing and hiring, may discriminate against qualified job-seekers, government officials warn.
How Localities in One Midwest State are Spending New Federal Funds
Local leaders shared work they have underway using pandemic aid and infrastructure dollars during a White House visit.
Lack of Equitable Data Is Harming Underserved Communities
Enhanced data collection efforts and outreach are needed to improve outcomes for underrepresented communities across the country, according to the U.S. chief data scientist.
Shifting Power Can Help Local Governments Partner With Communities to Achieve Racial Equity
COMMENTARY | City and county leaders should create more opportunities for people of color to participate in the policymaking process.
America's Crumbling Municipal Pools
Many public pools and aquatics facilities around the U.S. are decades old and in need of upgrades or replacement. The problem is particularly acute in poor neighborhoods and likely to become more pressing as summers grow hotter.
HUD’s New Plan to Help Low-Income Renters
The department of Housing and Urban Development is looking to give households a boost building credit, saving money and improving financial literacy.
Feds Announce 32 Winners for $500M in Workforce Grants
The program is funded through the American Rescue Plan. Its goal is to expand job training programs for 15 key sectors, including energy, health care, manufacturing and information technology.
A Wave of Retirements is Offering One State a Unique Chance to Diversify Its Workforce
Connecticut recently saw thousands of state employees retire in response to benefit changes. Now, some see the rehiring process as a major opportunity to close equity gaps with race, ethnicity and gender at state agencies.
How States and Localities Can Plan for the Growing Economic Uncertainty
COMMENTARY | Mixed signals are making it difficult for government finance officers to get a clear outlook for the future economy. Here's what they can do, says one county CFO.
One of the Nation's Biggest Cities Begins Cash Payments to Low-Income Residents
For the next year, Chicago plans to distribute $500 a month to thousands of households who can use the money as they see fit.
85 Airports Awarded Nearly $1B for Terminal Improvements
The federal dollars will go to airports in metro and rural areas across the country and will help pay for a variety of upgrades.
How Cities and Counties Are Thinking Big With Their ARPA Plans
Across the country, some local governments are using federal aid from the American Rescue Plan to launch "transformational" projects in areas like affordable housing, public safety and ridding homes of lead—things that will endure long after the money is spent.
4 Strategies to Create Good Jobs, Boost Equity With Federal Infrastructure Funds
COMMENTARY | The Biden administration is judging applicants for new infrastructure grants based on their ability to do these two things. Here are four proven models to increase your community’s shot at winning funding.
In a City Scarred by Violence, a New Approach to Public Safety
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and others have committed to reforming policing and healing the trauma that has haunted New Jersey's largest city since a deadly uprising in 1967.
Visualizing Vulnerability: County Maps Show Areas of Greatest Need
To study equity differences at systemic and place-based levels, Fairfax County put census data on color-coded maps so that officials can quickly see areas of greatest need.
The White House Chronicles Equity Efforts in the American Rescue Plan
The purpose is not to say, “mission accomplished,” but to continue sharing information and hearing what isn’t working, a senior White House official says.
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