State Legislatures Weighing in on Workforce Pell
State legislatures will shape Workforce Pell approval processes, data systems, and safeguards, determining program quality and access.
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Q&A with Andrew Frederick: Transforming the Construction Industry Using Natural Materials
Confronting Harmful Federal Disability Policy in Health and Human Services
Building a Career Advising Ecosystem: How States Are Redefining Roles for Student Success
Federal Early Education Update: March 2026
Groundswell: Bridging the Gaps
In this week’s installment, New America Local spotlights nonprofit initiatives, community solidarity, and a makeshift COVID-19 hospital.
4/8 FCC Emergency Request For USF Support to Bridge Homework Gap
Americans Are Trying to Shelter in Place—But They May End Up Losing Their Homes
The pandemic is threatening housing for millions of Americans. Cities and states are leading the way in protecting them.
Congress Appropriated $300 Billion in Relief Payments to Individuals and Families — but Poor Delivery May Prevent Tens of Millions of Americans from Ever Accessing Them
We estimate that only half of eligible families will receive funds this month and 10 million more are unlikely to receive checks at all.
COVID and the Black Community: Supporting Black Businesses
New America Indianapolis and The Indianapolis Recorder discuss Black business and COVID-19 with entrepreneurs, policymakers, and leaders.
DOL issues new funding opportunity to support youth apprenticeship expansion
A new $42.5m grant initiative will support partnerships working to develop programs that serve more youth apprentices in more industries.
OTI Urges FCC to Authorize $2.2 Billion in Available E-Rate Funds to Connect Students Left Behind During COVID-19 Pandemic
OTI calls on the FCC to act now to help facilitate remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We’re on the Brink of Cyberpunk
It’s not just the technology, surveillance, and dystopian vibes—it’s the culmination of decades of deliberate governmental erosion.