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Casey Foundation Public Policy Issue Briefs

In these issue briefs, the Casey Foundation offers a general framework for improving federal public policy in areas where the Foundation has the deepest experience, the best evidence of successful strategies, and the greatest confidence about what it will take to create a more level playing field for children and families living on the economic margin.

Issue Brief: Improve the Nation's Data on Children and Families

Good decisions are based on good data. However, the nation’s ability to make the best program and policy decisions is often hampered by inadequate data. The overarching theme of the recommendations contained in this issue brief is a call for greater attention to the federal information infrastructure. more >>

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Issue Brief: Rebuild the Nation's Child Welfare System

Our nation’s child welfare systems spend more than $25 billion per year, with more than $12 billion from the federal government. This brief outlines federal policy recommendations for rebuilding the nation's child welfare system to improve results. more >>

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Issue Brief: Reduce Poverty and Promote Opportunity

More than 37 million people in the United States, including 13.3 million children, currently live below the official poverty level. This issue brief outlines specific federal policy recommendations for reducing poverty and promoting opportunity.  more >>

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Issue Brief: Reform the Nation's Juvenile Justice System

Juvenile courts and corrections systems often employ strategies that result in increased crime, endangered young people, wasted taxpayer dollars, and inequalities under the law. This brief outlines federal policy recommendations for reforming the juvenile justice system. more >>

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