5 Policy Priorities for the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization
The reauthorization of Federal Aviation Administration programs should provide dedicated funding for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from airplanes and airports, an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge, and decent wages and benefits for airport service workers.
A Conversation With U.K. Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy: Routes To Addressing Converging Domestic and Global Challenges
How can U.S. and U.K. leaders increase cooperation under the “special relationship” to tackle the pressing issues that are converging both at home and abroad, including inclusive economies, threats to democracy, the climate crisis, and community justice and safety?
Under President Biden, the United States is reinvigorating its trade policy to better confront the major challenges of the 21st century, but key questions remain.
How To Support Good Jobs and Workforce Equity on Federal Infrastructure Projects
As funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act flow through federal and state project owners, agencies must build long-lasting capacity to provide equitable access to high-quality jobs.
Address the nursing shortage with realistic staffing and fair contracts
Marina Zhavoronkova, Nicole Rapfogel, and Emily Gee argue that in order to address America's nursing shortage, policymakers must take measures to improve nurses' working conditions and keep them in the profession.
In order to better support all workers—especially LGBTQI+ workers—policymakers must design paid leave policies that are inclusive of chosen family and reflect the diverse caregiving needs of people across the country.
CAP’s Comment on the Request for Information Regarding Public Transparency on the Low-Financial-Value Postsecondary Programs List
In a comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Education, Madison Weiss provides recommendations on the low-financial-value postsecondary programs list.
CAP’s Comment on the Income-Driven Repayment Regulation
In a comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Education, Bradley D. Custer discusses income-driven repayment regulation and the need for a student loan repayment system with a functional safety net.
The Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Rule on Disclosure of Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Climate-Related Financial Risk
Federal contractors’ disclosure of climate-related financial risks and greenhouse gas emissions data should be fully integrated into the Federal Acquisition Regulation, and the recent proposal to do so is a strong step in the right direction.
How historic infrastructure investments can benefit women workers
Karla Walter partnered with Sharita Gruberg to break down the potential long-lasting benefits for women in manufacturing due to President Joe Biden's historic economic legislation.
Biden’s State of the Union—and the stories people from across the country are telling us—make the case for economic optimism
In an op-ed, Sage Warner writes that while some Americans are unaware of President Joe Biden’s agenda now, people across demographics will feel the benefits as policies are implemented in the coming years. The stories we hear at this point already signal that far-reaching impact.
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice
Climate action that meets the crisis’ urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage
Democracy is under attack at home and abroad. We must take swift action to ensure it is accessible to all, accountable, and can serve as a force of good.
Economic growth must be built on the foundation of a strong and secure middle class so that all Americans, not just those at the top, benefit from growth.
