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Addressing the Nation's Housing Challenges

The next several decades will bring dramatic shifts in demographics and family structure coupled with decreased income stability. In an effort to address these challenges while considering the next generation’s housing needs, the Foundation launched the Bipartisan Policy Center’s Housing Commission, which will release recommendations in 2013.

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January 22, 2013 - Twitter

How does #housing impact #education and #health? Newsletter rounds up policy, research, & media on how housing matters http://t.co/gwXiXOFk

October 25, 2012 - Publication
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MacArthur's Signature Housing Preservation Effort Replicated

MacArthur's initiative to support the preservation of affordable rental housing in Chicagoland, the Preservation Compact, is being replicated. Read More
September 25, 2012 - Publication
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Residential Construction Will Continue to Play Key Role in U.S. Economy

Current population trends suggest a demand for millions of new housing units over the next ten years, according to a report from the Bipartisan Policy Center, which is supported by MacArthur. Read More
July 25, 2012 - Event

Bipartisan Policy Center - Housing Commission Regional Forum: Bar Harbor, ME

Housing in America: Innovative Solutions to Address the Needs of Tomorrow Read More
June 5, 2012 - Event

Bipartisan Policy Center - Housing Commission Regional Forum: St. Louis

Housing in America: Innovative Solutions to Address the Needs of Tomorrow Read More
April 17, 2012 - Event

Bipartisan Policy Center - Housing Commission Regional Forum: Orlando

Housing in America: Innovative Solutions to Address the Needs of Tomorrow Read More
April 16, 2012 - Publication

Housing Expert Forum

This monthly online forum is intended to foster interactive and substantive discussion about pressing housing issues. Read More
April 5, 2012 - Twitter

.@NHCandCenter study http://t.co/hapqy0MD finds #housing cost burden is highest for older Americans.

March 8, 2012 - Publication
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Demographic Challenges and Opportunities for U.S. Housing Markets

A new report identifies dwindling rates of homeownership, especially among African Americans and Hispanics. Read More
January 1, 2012 - Publication

About the Bipartisan Policy Center Housing Commission

The Bipartisan Policy Center Housing Commission will craft realistic and actionable policy recommendations that address near-term problems and long-term challenges while recognizing the imperative to restore the country's long-term fiscal health. Read More