Research on governmental systems, how they operate, and the impact of internal/external policies.
Medicaid: A Complicated History
This Field Note examines the history of Medicaid from its creation in 1965 through the Affordable Care Act's expansion, tracing the policy debate and implementation issues that continue to shape the program.
Student Loans: Recent Policy Actions and the Path Forward
This Field Note examines recent federal student loan policy changes, including new borrowing limits, the elimination of Graduate PLUS loans for future borrowers, and changes to the definition of professional students.