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Featured Research and Commentary
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How the Breaking Barriers Program Is Building Pathways to Housing in Los Angeles
Apr 30, 2026
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Gaps in State Workforce Priorities, Needs, and Training Programs
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Considering the Consequences of Changing Cannabis Policy in Indiana
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How Expanded VA Community Care Eligibility Could Affect New York Veterans
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RAND is developing a series of tools to help policymakers and the public understand how much can change with every line in the budget. We’re not just examining the costs of federal policy decisions. We’re showing in detail how those decisions will impact real people, real businesses, and real communities.