Congressional Republicans’ Proposed Budget Reconciliation Bill Imperils 4.4 Million Pell Grant Recipients ArticleMay 13, 2025 Congressional Republicans’ Proposed Budget Reconciliation Bill Imperils 4.4 Million Pell Grant Recipients Proposed changes to Pell Grant eligibility could mean nearly two out of three recipients could lose some or all their federal grant aid and incur up to an additional total of $7,400 for a bachelor’s degree and $3,700 for an associate degree. May 13, 2025 Sara Partridge
Betraying veterans on education: Congress is opening the gates for predators to profit In the NewsMay 8, 2025 Betraying veterans on education: Congress is opening the gates for predators to profit In an op-ed published by Stars and Stripes, Madison Weiss explains how congressional Republicans' plan to eliminate the 90/10 rule would open the door to deceptive college marketing schemes that target veterans. May 8, 2025 Stars and Stripes Madison Weiss
How State Spending Can Create a Good Jobs Economy In the NewsMarch 25, 2025 How State Spending Can Create a Good Jobs Economy In a report published by State Innovation Exchange (SiX), Karla Walter outlines six ways states can create a good jobs economy. Mar 25, 2025 SiX Karla Walter
6 Ways Congress Can Advance Workforce Development ArticleMarch 13, 2025 6 Ways Congress Can Advance Workforce Development The 119th Congress should work to expand access to education and training opportunities and create good jobs for more American workers while meeting the needs of employers and the economy. Mar 13, 2025 Veronica Goodman
CAP Comments on Proposed Rule on Changes to National Apprenticeship System ArticleFebruary 26, 2025 CAP Comments on Proposed Rule on Changes to National Apprenticeship System The Center for American Progress submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration regarding the proposed rule to update regulations that address apprenticeship labor standards and the governance of the national apprenticeship system. Feb 26, 2025 Veronica Goodman
What State Lawmakers Could Do for Working-Class Americans In the NewsFebruary 5, 2025 What State Lawmakers Could Do for Working-Class Americans In an op-ed published by Governing, Karla Walter and David Madland describe tangible, proven strategies state policymakers can use to strengthen the power of the working class in their communities this year. Feb 5, 2025 Governing Karla Walter, David Madland
8 Ways States Can Build Worker Power ReportJanuary 15, 2025 8 Ways States Can Build Worker Power State lawmakers should act to strengthen workers’ power in the economy. Jan 15, 2025 Sachin Shiva, Karla Walter, David Madland
7 Ways State Lawmakers Can Build Public Sector Union Power ReportJanuary 14, 2025 7 Ways State Lawmakers Can Build Public Sector Union Power State lawmakers can adopt new policies to empower workers across the public sector to come together in strong unions, negotiate for fair pay and working conditions, and train the next generation for public service. Jan 14, 2025 Aurelia Glass, Karla Walter
A Progressive Vision for Education in the 21st Century ReportNovember 4, 2024 A Progressive Vision for Education in the 21st Century This report encompasses key recommendations for strengthening the American education system across early childhood education, K-12 education, higher education, and workforce development. Nov 4, 2024 Jared C. Bass
Workforce Development State Strategies: A 50-State Scan of Best Practices From Recent Action ReportOctober 31, 2024 Workforce Development State Strategies: A 50-State Scan of Best Practices From Recent Action States can strengthen their workforces through fostering registered apprenticeships, establishing career pathways, providing supportive services, addressing demand in critical industries, and other measures. Oct 31, 2024 Veronica Goodman, Tania Otero Martinez, Kennedy Andara
Explaining Young Workers’ Support for Unions ArticleOctober 29, 2024 Explaining Young Workers’ Support for Unions Young workers today feel like they're starting from behind. For them, unions may be the answer to getting ahead. Oct 29, 2024 Aurelia Glass
Veterans face hidden dangers in online learning In the NewsOctober 15, 2024 Veterans face hidden dangers in online learning In an op-ed published by Stars and Stripes, Stephanie Hall and co-author William Hubbard explain how the third-party contractors who manage virtual higher education programs take advantage of prospective students and can even undermine their GI Bill of Rights benefits. Oct 15, 2024 Stars and Stripes Stephanie Hall, William Hubbard