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Many people who qualify for US safety net benefits never receive them. Urban’s interactive tool shows who is eligible, who receives benefits, and where take-up gaps exist across seven major programs. https://t.co/vuLgSmsjjR

#SocialSafetyNet #Data #Research

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New Catalyst Grant research explores alternatives to nonsafety and pretextual traffic stops. Learn how states and localities are limiting these stops and recommendations for effective implementation in the latest blog post. https://t.co/3o7gACVqWH #TrafficStops #Policy #Data

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People incarcerated in US state prisons face mental health challenges at rates up to 12x higher than the general population. Accessible and digestible data can help identify programs that improve outcomes.

Learn more. https://t.co/rHzApUv6n5 #MentalHealth #Data #Justice

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Crypto may be adding to—not replacing—traditional investing strategies. Urban’s survey finds that many crypto owners also save in traditional accounts and hold retail investments.

Explore the findings + policy recommendations. https://t.co/OdvN699X6C #Fintech #Crypto #Data

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Urban’s Brett Theodos explains why ambitious investment in place-based programs can help drive broadly shared growth in communities nationwide.

Want to learn more? Watch the recording of Urban’s recent event. https://t.co/LyZwQ44zex

#Communities #Policy #Finance

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Head Start educators support children and families every day, but low pay and barriers to CDA credentials pose challenges.

Evidence shows investing in educators is an investment in families. Learn more. https://t.co/vou818KnDG #HeadStart #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ECE

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Federal data changes could affect how disability is measured and understood. Urban’s brief highlights stakeholder priorities for disability research and advocacy.

Read more. https://t.co/7pijy57H21 #DisabilityPrideMonth #Research #Data

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How can community and economic development organizations integrate climate resilience into their work?

Join Urban on 7/21 @ 10 a.m. ET for an event that will explore how to support the sector in addressing climate challenges. https://t.co/vkl1o27Pf9 #LiveatUrban #Climate #Event

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Higher energy costs, unsafe housing conditions, and housing insecurity are often linked to inefficient rental housing. New Urban research examines how cities are promoting energy-efficiency upgrades and what others can learn. https://t.co/Fc22P1V1x2 #Housing #Energy #Cities

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Rising costs are affecting families across the United States. Use the Urban Institute’s American Affordability Tracker to explore local affordability trends and policy solutions. https://t.co/IICjwHXPgs #Affordability #Data #Policy

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With the ROAD to Housing Act expected to be signed into law in the coming days, Urban experts chart the road ahead that will help shape how much this legislation improves housing affordability for everyday Americans. https://t.co/wyFfEn3j7B #Housing #Affordability #Strategy

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Homeownership can help build lasting wealth—but access remains uneven.

A new Urban Institute report explores Year 3 of the WORTH Initiative and its efforts to expand homeownership opportunities. https://t.co/b2WiStosHG #Homeownership #Communities #Wealth

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At Urban’s Center for Local Finance and Growth event, Jennifer Hayes discussed the role of mission finance and how collaboration can help build an economy that works for all.

Watch the event video to learn more. https://t.co/MCMdM8Tpvv #Communities #Collaboration #Finance

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Every community has unique assets that can support local growth. Explore how Urban’s Community Capitals Framework identifies opportunities to invest in climate resilience, economic diversification, and the anchor institution. https://t.co/mqZUCJMiWq #Communities #Resources

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Homeownership is increasingly out of reach for many first-time buyers. A national housing strategy can help expand access by tackling both housing supply and buyer demand.

Learn more in this Urban Institute brief. https://t.co/XQFEtNEh49 #Housing #Homeownership #Strategy

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The US is in the middle of an affordable housing crisis, driven partly by a significant shortage of available homes. Local land-use regulations play a large role in housing supply and affordability.

Learn more. https://t.co/4WAgr3qHPp #Housing #Affordability #Zoning

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Housing affordability is down—and young adults feel it most. Homeownership rates for ages 25–34 now trail those of past generations at the same age.

Urban experts unpack why—and what policymakers can do. https://t.co/ORYKE0Z4Iz #Housing #Affordability #Homeownership

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Housing is more unaffordable than it’s been in recent memory, leaving US families facing rising costs and greater instability. Urban researchers examine how the proposed ROAD to Housing Act could impact households. https://t.co/W6Z0FvFM0W #Housing #Affordability #Research

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DC saw the largest jump in residential electricity prices in the US last year—hitting those struggling most.
Urban experts outline three steps the next mayor and council can take to improve energy affordability. https://t.co/NcdwE3rKbP #Electricity #Affordability #DC

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How can zoning reforms boost local housing supply?

New Urban research examines NYC (Gowanus) & Philly (Fishtown)—two areas where upzoning drove major growth—highlighting lessons for tackling affordability. https://t.co/eBmtY8wu17 #Housing #Zoning #Affordability