Trying to sort through the housing bills moving through Congress? We’ve got you covered. We break down the proposals in our new explainer ⬇️ https://ow.ly/G8ha50YfVso

The Department of Education has lost more than half of its workforce over the past year. Significant staffing reductions means one of the smallest departments now manages one of the largest federal budgets. See what that means for students, grantees, and civil rights here: https://ow.ly/3I8950YfVrV

A lot of us don’t think about taxes until the last minute. Just ask https://ow.ly/SKuY50Yf6yr traffic. Our new explainer walks through what’s changing in the 2026 filing season, from bigger refunds to IRS capacity, so you can plan ahead instead of rushing for answers. https://ow.ly/2nMb50Yf6yq

Stay on top of the fiscal and economic decisions shaping growth, opportunity, and financial security through BPC’s economic policy newsletter. Subscribe to our economic policy newsletter for the latest on federal budget, tax, and savings policy in your inbox: https://ow.ly/PiW750YewkY

Want to get caught up quickly on yesterday's major budget announcement from the CBO? We’ve got you covered. Check out the key takeaways here: https://ow.ly/WViw50Ye4WW

Health care cost challenges aren’t limited to Medicare and Medicaid. They're straining pocketbooks and contributing to cost-of-living challenges for those with employer-based coverage, too.

The 2025 tax law brought about another new deduction, this time for those 65 or older! Review our explainer to learn what this $6,000 deduction means for seniors and its price tag over the next 10 years. https://ow.ly/bHy350YenvL

Want to get caught up quickly on today’s major budget announcement from the CBO? We’ve got you covered. Check out the key takeaways here: https://ow.ly/GEyZ50Ye2EA

Stay on top of the health policy choices shaping costs, coverage, and care with BPC’s Health Program newsletter. Subscribe to our health newsletter for bipartisan insights on building a more affordable, accessible health system: https://ow.ly/GPti50YcZa2

Let’s talk tax credits! The Child Tax Credit and the Earned Income Tax Credit are two of the most widely claimed. Curious how big of a difference the #CTC and #EITC make on Tax Day? Check out our new interactive calculator: https://ow.ly/pyER50YcOjX

🚨 The Congressional Budget Office is out today with new budget projections, and it’s another warning sign that we are on an unsustainable fiscal trajectory. Out-of-control debt and deficits are adding to the cost-of-living challenges that Americans are facing across the country.

Stay on top of the policies shaping education, work, and family economic security through BPC’s Human Capital newsletter. Subscribe to our Human Capital newsletter for the latest on education, workforce, and family policy in your inbox: https://ow.ly/w8nM50YcsxG

With a 390-9 vote in the House, the Housing for the 21st Century Act moves forward. Members of the Terwilliger Center for Housing Policy Advisory Committee discuss the impact bipartisan housing solutions can have for families and communities.

Let’s review another much-discussed provision of OBBB: #NoTaxesOnOvertime, a new deduction available to certain workers who earn overtime pay. Read this BPC explainer to learn more, including who qualifies and how much it costs: https://ow.ly/1c2c50YbUiT

Stay informed on the policies shaping America’s energy future with BPC’s Energy Program. Subscribe to our energy newsletter to receive the latest research and analysis in your inbox each month: https://ow.ly/KN7n50YbQfx

Tax season is changing because of the 2025 tax law. One new provision you may have heard of? “No taxes on tips.” However, this new deduction may not benefit lower-income tipped workers. Check out this BPC explainer to learn why: https://ow.ly/9zGk50YbTyG

“Both packages are designed to kind of give state and local governments more tools, more guidance and additional flexibility to adopt pro-housing policies,” said Andy Winkler when he spoke with CNN about the bipartisan proposals before Congress. Read the piece for what’s at stake.

The Department of Education has lost more than half of its workforce over the past year. Significant staffing reductions means one of the smallest departments now manages one of the largest federal budgets.

Our energy permitting process is broken. Republicans and Democrats alike agree that permitting reform is a top priority this Congress. Last week, our 2026 Permitting Summit brought leaders together to talk solutions. Watch the highlight reel of the event here: https://ow.ly/iPq450YbKmV

This week, we’re going to be featuring everything you need to know about this year’s filing season. Taxes in 2026 won’t look like 2025. Our issue brief breaks down how 2025's major tax law shapes refunds, new deductions, and IRS capacity as filing season gets underway 📊👇 https://ow.ly/M9Gl50YbGbI

America’s deficit is climbing: $600 billion in this fiscal year. Our deficit tracker is updated with the latest numbers, and you can explore all the insights on spending, revenue, and what’s driving the numbers. https://ow.ly/WwCh50YabYz #DeficitTracker #FiscalPolicy

Washington moves fast. BPC's newsletters deliver analysis and insights that will help you understand what’s happening beyond the headlines. Across tax, energy, health, housing, child care, and elections, you can get the best from both sides of the aisle. Subscribe: https://ow.ly/VG9L50Y3QtL

Two big bipartisan housing bills are on the move in Congress. So what sets them apart? Our new explainer breaks down how the ROAD to Housing Act and Housing for the 21st Century Act compare: https://ow.ly/RHRz50Yawsn

Missed #PermittingSummit26? This week's summit brought together leaders from government, industry, and the environmental community to discuss bipartisan paths forward on permitting reform. Watch the full program on demand: ▶️ https://ow.ly/Ko3250YabWY#PermittingSummit26?

Housing supply is not one-size-fits-all. Zillow's Alana Intrieri Outlaw explains why a wider range of housing types is essential to serving renters of all backgrounds.

Stay on top of the health policy choices shaping costs, coverage, and care through BPC’s Health Program newsletter. Subscribe to our health newsletter for the latest on health care policy in your inbox: https://ow.ly/yJiT50Y9UtN

If you guessed number 1, you are correct! 60% of environmental impact statements completed from 2010-2018 were for clean energy projects, compared to 24% for fossil fuels. Learn more: ow.ly/KW3F50YabRq

Housing shows what bipartisan leadership can achieve. Even in a divided Washington, lawmakers agree that expanding housing supply and affordability strengthens families and communities. https://ow.ly/NhAE50Ya26C

Many states have a child care gap—that is, more children who need care than spots for them. California: 36% gap Alabama 41% New York 42% Montana 47% Learn about the impacts on each state and see more key data on the formal child care field: https://ow.ly/arse50Y9xpp

As enhanced ACA subsidies expire, the market is reacting. Yesterday’s CNBC looks at the potential higher costs and instability in the individual market, while citing BPC’s analysis on who is most affected and how premiums change across income levels.

As the dollar softens, questions about U.S. debt and the dollar’s reserve status are back in focus. Rising debt and political uncertainty risk higher borrowing costs for the U.S. government and households. We breaks down what drives the dollar’s value and why it matters: https://ow.ly/kqC450Y9kal

From 2010-2018, what percent of environmental impact statements were completed for clean energy projects? 1️⃣ 60% 2️⃣ 29% 3️⃣ 15% 4️⃣ 78% 📊 Show results

Track the housing policy challenges and solutions with real impacts nationwide through BPC’s Terwilliger Center for Housing Policy Subscribe to our housing newsletter for the latest on housing policy in your inbox: https://ow.ly/xKOM50Y8Y5L

Zoning and land use shape where rental innovation can operate—but they are not always the right starting point. At BPC’s Housing Innovators event, Atticus LeBlanc of PadSplit suggests reframing the question.

New from us @bipartisanpolicy.org: crypto tax policy is a hot topic on Capitol Hill right now. We have some broad thoughts on how lawmakers should be thinking about de minimis, mining/staking, and more: bipartisanpolicy.org/issue-brief/...

The House could vote next week on the Housing for the 21st Century Act. Curious what’s in it? Our explainer breaks it down: https://ow.ly/rT3u50Y8XJw

“A lot of what’s going to drive higher refunds [for 2025 returns] is the higher SALT cap.” Our own @andrewlautz.bsky.social was quoted in @cnbc.com’s coverage of the new SALT deduction rules, noting that the latest changes will play a major role in shaping 2025 refunds.

Stay informed on the policies shaping America’s energy future with BPC’s Energy Program. Subscribe to our energy newsletter to receive the latest research and analysis in your inbox each month: https://ow.ly/a8rm50Y8Tzv

Missed #PermittingSummit26? Yesterday’s summit brought together leaders from government, industry, and the environmental community to discuss bipartisan paths forward on permitting reform. Watch the full program on demand: ▶️ https://ow.ly/gkex50Y7RIM#PermittingSummit26?

We’re closing out #PermittingSummit26 with reflections from BPC’s Xan Fishman on what we heard today and what's next for permitting. "I am very optimistic that we can do this. Everyone is singing from the same song book." Thanks for joining us. Catch the full livestream: https://ow.ly/Gt0r50Y8vCA

Bipartisan momentum isn’t limited to the House. Sen. Dave McCormick and Sen. John Hickenlooper join #PermittingSummit26 to share how the Republicans and Democrats on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee are thinking about permitting reform. Watch live: https://ow.ly/8uF250Y8uYb

America’s largest energy buyers are ready to invest — but they need a permitting system that can deliver. Rich Powell of CEBA opens this session with a look at how permitting delays affect energy customers, competitiveness, and the pace of clean energy deployment. Watch: https://ow.ly/6I4C50Y8uC5

BPC President and CEO Margaret Spellings takes the stage to reflect on the day’s conversations on reforming America’s permitting system: “Your example shows that bipartisan policy is not only possible; it is essential.” Watch live at #PermittingSummit26: https://ow.ly/E4xX50Y8uzC

What role does FERC play in accelerating electric and natural gas infrastructure? Federal Energy Regulatory Commissioners David Rosner and Lindsay See join #PermittingSummit26 to discuss how the Commission is approaching permitting challenges. Watch live: https://ow.ly/ewIh50Y8tMB

What does the permitting system look like for the companies trying to build? Industry leaders from American Clean Power Association, Google, and ExxonMobil are sharing how permitting timelines affect investment, innovation, and deployment at #PermittingSummit26. Watch: https://ow.ly/JuMt50Y8rOf

Permitting reform doesn’t happen without navigating the legal landscape. Jonathan Brightbill, General Counsel at Department of Energy, joins BPC’s David R. Hill to break down how litigation, legal standards, and agency processes shape what's built. #PermittingSummit26: https://ow.ly/bwTx50Y8qZg

A complex system of pipelines and wires transports energy nationwide: we need to build more to ensure we’re able to meet demand for reliable, affordable, and clean energy. Listen to INGAA’s Amy Andryszak and Grid United’s Michael Skelly on stage now at #PermittingSummit26: https://ow.ly/ySC950Y8pH3

Bipartisan partnership is key to achieving permitting reform legislation. #PermittingSummit26 is honored to have Rep. Gabe Evans and Rep. Scott Peters, members of the Energy and Commerce Committee, here to discuss how they’ve worked together to find common ground. Watch: https://ow.ly/bP3E50Y8omc

Environmental Protection 🤝 Permitting Reform #PermittingSummit26 is hearing from Environmental Defense Fund’s Fred Krupp, National Wildlife Federation’s Collin O’Mara, and Nature Conservancy’s Kameran Onley about environmental benefits of permitting reform. https://ow.ly/baL450Y8o11

The SPEED Act passed the House of Representatives last year, with the goal of streamlining the National Environmental Policy Act. Rep. Westerman and Rep. Golden, the bipartisan duo behind the bill, are talking about the Need for SPEED right now at #PermittingSummit26: https://ow.ly/WRYs50Y8n0C