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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 6h

How can artificial intelligence help build more homes, faster? 🎙️ Join us on October 13 for the next #HousingInnovators event with Sara C. Bronin, @vikasenti.bsky.social of Reframe Systems, and Jenny Song of Infilla. Register today: ow.ly/fXHH50ZUYjT

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 7h

Election night ≠ results night. 🗳️ Most races get called within hours. Close ones take longer, because officials still have to verify late-arriving mail ballots and resolve provisional ballots. A wait doesn't mean something's wrong. It means the system is working.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 05/10/2026

Congratulations to Xan Fishman, BPC’s new executive vice president of energy! Xan has led our permitting reform work, and now he’ll lead our full energy team developing durable, bipartisan policy solutions to the challenges facing our energy system.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 05/10/2026

Applications are open for the Bipartisan Policy Center’s spring 2027 internships. Nine interns will help advance bipartisan solutions to the nation’s most pressing policy challenges. These spring internships run January 26 to April 1 with a $3,000 stipend for 18-20 hours of work a week.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 05/10/2026

Open primaries continue to see higher turnout than closed primaries—a pattern that has held across multiple midterm cycles. With all 50 states' 2026 primaries now complete, here is where participation stands nationally and state by state:

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 04/10/2026

Landlords tell HUD they need faster inspections. How does the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act help? Benjamin Hobbs of HUD points explains:

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 03/10/2026

Rising mortgage rates have more homebuyers looking at adjustable rate mortgages. Assumable and portable mortgages take a different route. Our explainer breaks down how each works, and the trade-offs that come with them: ow.ly/5zqs50ZU6RQ

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 03/10/2026

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 02/10/2026

Federal #permitting reviews that once took weeks or months now take years or decades. A new Senate bill, the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act, could change that. Our explainer covers everything in the 417-page bill and how it compares with the status quo:

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 02/10/2026

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act became law this summer: 60 sections, six new grant programs, and a dozen changes to existing programs. How can your city, county, or tribe prepare? We break down 3 things state, local, and tribal leaders can start doing today.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 01/10/2026

Yesterday, Senate negotiators released bipartisan permitting reform legislation. BPC’s VP of Energy Xan Fishman breaks down what permitting is, why it takes so long, and what’s at stake when projects stall.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 01/10/2026

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act could help create more housing options suitable for older Americans. We break down what the bill means for seniors:

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 30/09/2026

Good news! Last night, the Senate passed the Claiming Age Clarity Act, which will help Americans make better informed decisions about when to claim Social Security benefits. BPC’s retirement experts helped shape this bill, which is now on its way to the president’s desk.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 30/09/2026

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 30/09/2026

A pre-approved home design could cut months off getting a house built and save money. Learn more about “pattern books” and how they can help close the housing shortage.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 28/09/2026

🏠 What does the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act mean for HUD’s Housing Choice Voucher program? Join us now for a virtual discussion on streamlined inspections, housing provider participation, and expanding renter choice. #BPCHousing Watch here ➡️ ow.ly/xgTY50ZSmx6

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 28/09/2026

DYK: “Affordable housing” has a specific definition—and it’s not what many people think. Federal policy defines it as housing that costs no more than 30% of a household’s income. Read to find out more (we’ll quiz you later):

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 28/09/2026

🏠 What does the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act mean for HUD’s Housing Choice Voucher program? Join us on September 28 for a virtual discussion on streamlined inspections, housing provider participation, and expanding renter choice. #BPCHousing Register ➡️ ow.ly/aFRG50ZPlgz

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 27/09/2026

The primary elections are over, and this election cycle continued the trend of rising participation in primaries. Nationally, 23.3% of eligible votes cast a primary ballot, with Oregon and California leading with the highest turnout. Dig into the data and learn more: ow.ly/jNWy50ZRABB

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 27/09/2026

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 26/09/2026

Five years ago this week, BPC launched the J. Ronald Terwilliger Center for Housing Policy with one goal: a decent, affordable home for every American family. 🏠 Five summits. Landmark legislation. And a lot of work still ahead. We're just getting started. Stay with us.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 25/09/2026

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 25/09/2026

Our board of directors met yesterday to talk about where our work goes next, and we were glad to have Dr. Brandon Tatum, CEO of the National Governors Association, in the room with us.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 24/09/2026

The American workforce is changing faster than our federal programs can keep up with. We need a strategy. The National Talent Strategy Act of 2026 would coordinate 150+ education, workforce, and child care programs, and make workers exposed to automation a top priority.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 24/09/2026

"Just as we have a national security strategy and an economic strategy, we must develop a talent strategy for the nation.” –Margaret Spellings, President and CEO of the Bipartisan Policy Center

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 24/09/2026

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 23/09/2026

Five years ago today, BPC launched the J. Ronald Terwilliger Center for Housing Policy with one goal: a decent, affordable home for every American family. 🏠 Five summits. Landmark legislation. And a lot of work still ahead. We're just getting started. Stay with us.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 23/09/2026

A rare September nor'easter is heading for the Northeast coast this weekend, and it could show up on next month’s utility bill. During Winter Storm Fern, wholesale power in parts of Virginia topped $1,800/MWh. A normal spring morning in PJM: $44.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 22/09/2026

Most power outages don't start at the big transmission towers. They start on the low-voltage wire running down your street. Utilities spend roughly $51 billion a year on distribution upgrades, and much of that network was built decades ago.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 21/09/2026

Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act touches ~120,000 projects a year. It's also one of the hardest pieces of the permitting debate in Congress. Where experts agree, where they split, and where reform could land:

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 21/09/2026

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 20/09/2026

August was hot, and your next electricity bill will reflect that. Extreme heat and cold make power more expensive and expose the bottlenecks in the electric grid. Even if you don’t run your AC, you could still be paying more. Watch to understand how extreme weather affects what you pay.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 19/09/2026

There are officially 45 days until the 2026 congressional midterm elections! With all the primary contests completed, ballots are now headed out to military and overseas voters. Learn more about what will happen between now and Nov. 3, and what happens after election day: ow.ly/sqLX50ZPkuh

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 19/09/2026

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 18/09/2026

Our President and CEO Margaret Spellings joined Abby McCloskey on her Brookings Institution podcast, No More Sidewalks, to talk about American schools and how our students are faring.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 18/09/2026

NEPA shapes whether and how quickly almost every major energy project gets built—and it's one of the biggest pieces on the table in the Senate's permitting negotiations. What the law requires, and what reform would change:

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 18/09/2026

Data centers continue to be built across the country, sparking growing community concern and opposition. Our five key considerations for data centers are meant to help communities, developers, and policymakers reach a better outcome. Read our full report: ow.ly/M7Jf50ZOjrR

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 18/09/2026

🎙️ On October 1, join us for Aging of America—a conversation on the policy solutions needed to help older Americans achieve financial security as they age.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 17/09/2026

U.S. natural gas producers are being asked a question most cannot yet answer: how much greenhouse gas went into this shipment? Europe's carbon border rules want it. Buyers want it. Here’s how ledger-based carbon accounting could help:

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 17/09/2026

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 16/09/2026

Welcome to the team! Jamie Murtha is now a senior policy analyst for working families as part of our Human Capital program. Her work will advance pragmatic, evidence-based policy solutions at the federal and state levels across public benefits, child care, paid leave, and family tax policies.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 16/09/2026

Diesel just set an all-time record: $6.31/gal, up 70% year-over-year. Gasoline is up 37% and still below its 2022 record. Why? Not all oil is alike. The barrels stranded behind the Strait of Hormuz were the diesel-rich ones. Ours are lighter.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 16/09/2026

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 16/09/2026

Who will AI disruption affect most? We examined our economy’s trapped workers: those who are highly exposed to AI displacement both in their current roles and in the jobs they'd most realistically move into. Read the briefs to find out who these workers are and why they face these challenges:

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 15/09/2026

We're thrilled to welcome our 2026 fall interns! Every semester and summer, our interns gain first-hand experience and knowledge on public policy, communications, advocacy, and more. We look forward to working with all our amazing interns this fall!

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 15/09/2026

This week, the 10-year Treasury yield touched 5%, its highest level in almost 3 years. That has big impacts on mortgage rates, auto loans, and the interest on new student loans. We follow what bond markets mean for household borrowing and the federal government.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 15/09/2026

It's National Voter Registration Day! All 49 states that require registration run ongoing list maintenance, and if you’ve moved or changed your name recently, you may want to double-check that you’re registered to vote. Your vote is important, and the November 3 midterms are only getting closer!

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 15/09/2026

As the demand for energy continues to grow, permitting reform is back in the news and on Congress’ agenda. BPC’s VP of Energy Xan Fishman breaks down the basics of reform: what the permitting process is, why it takes so long, and what’s at stake if we can’t build needed energy projects.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 15/09/2026

Want to build more clean energy? Fix permitting. The current system creates more obstacles for clean energy than for fossil fuels. BPC breaks down why permitting reform is an environmental imperative, not a threat.

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Bipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 14/09/2026

BPC’s Xan Fishman is speaking at this year's National Clean Energy Week Policymakers Symposium. He'll join "The State of Energy: Insights from Industry" on Sept. 15 to discuss where the energy sector is headed. #NCEW26 www.ncew2026.org/event/715dfb0b-75d…

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