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February 13, 2009 -
Speech
Remarks by Jonathan Fanton at the American Association for the Advancement of Science Annual Meeting
MacArthur's President discusses the Foundation's support for science, focusing especially on research around conservation and climate change. Read More
February 10, 2009 -
From the field
Fair Pay Act Signed Into Law
President Obama signed into law the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, which makes it easier for people subjected to pay discrimination to challenge the practice in court. The law reverses a 2007 U.S. Supreme Court ... Read More
January 20, 2009 -
From the field
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Responds to Economic Stimulus Package
MacArthur grantee the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, has created a new feature on its website — the Economic Recovery Watch — which will provide rapid-response analyses as the Obama Administration and Congress formulate measures to address ... Read More
November 25, 2008 -
In the Media
"Both Campaigns Distorting Facts on Money Matters"
From The Washington Post
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November 21, 2008 -
Press release
New MacArthur Research Network to Examine Impact of Aging Society
MacArthur is creating a new inter-disciplinary research network to help America prepare for the challenges and opportunities posed by our aging society. Read More
October 28, 2008 -
From the field
Child Tax Credit Extended to More Low-Income Families
As part of the recently enacted economic rescue legislation, Congress approved a measure that will allow more low-income families to qualify for the Child Tax Credit in 2008 and provide more financial support for eligible families ... Read More
September 25, 2008 -
In the Media
"Program Turns to Online Masses to Improve Patents"
From the USA Today
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August 19, 2008 -
From the field
Online Archive Simplifies Access to Policy Research
With support from MacArthur, the Center for Governmental Studies has launched PolicyArchive, the nation’s first free comprehensive, online archive of public policy research. Read More
July 25, 2008 -
Press release
Expert Committee to Identify and Assess Options for Restoring America's Fiscal Health
A committee of experts selected and staffed by the National Academy of Sciences and National Academy of Public Administration will identify and assess a range of options for restoring America’s fiscal health. Read More
June 25, 2008 -
Speech
“Philanthropy, Benefit-Cost Analysis, and Public Policy,” Remarks by Jonathan F. Fanton at the 2008 Benefit-Cost Analysis Conference
MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton discusses the Foundation's research grantmaking and support for efforts to align policy with sound evidence. Read More
June 11, 2008 -
Video
Olga Sidorovich, Institute of Law & Public Policy
Olga Sidorovich, Institute of Law & Public Policy, 2007 recipient of the MacArthur Award for Creative & Effective Institutions.
Read MoreJune 1, 2008 -
Info sheet
The Power of Measuring Social Benefits
At A Glance
The Power of Measuring Social Benefits is a $35 million policy research initiative that seeks to test the hypothesis that effective social policies that invest in individuals in need or at risk not ... Read More
May 13, 2008 -
From the field
Chicago Receives $153 Million to Fight Traffic Congestion
The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded Chicago $153 million to fund a new approach for transportation improvements that had been recommended by MacArthur grantees Metropolis 2020 and Metropolitan Planning Council. Read More
April 7, 2008 -
Speech
Remarks by Jonathan Fanton at the Conference on Mental Health in the Mainstream of Public Policy
MacArthur President Robert Gallucci reflects on the Foundation's thirty years of mental health grantmaking and suggests steps to create an integrated system of mental health care. Read More
March 11, 2008 -
From the field
Metro Areas Need to Use Power of Their Votes
An opinion piece by Bruce Katz and MarySue Barrett calls for a “reimagination” of the partnership between the federal government and metropolitan regions. Read More
