News and information on the role that government, small business, the nonprofit sector and philanthropy play in creating healthy and vibrant communities.

No Negative Indication from the ACA

Linda Blumberg and Urban Institute researchers have analyzed the implications concerning the Affordable Care Act (ACA) for Employers. In contrast to the belief that the ACA will raise costs and...more

Argument Against Community Service Mandate for Long-Term Unemployed

Christopher Moraff of Philly Mag writes about the rising tension between conservatives and the ongoing community service mandate for the long-term jobless by liberals. He opines that when it comes...more

Federal Way City Council Gives Funding Nod for Economic Development Director Position

The Federal Way City Council has recently given its funding approval for an economic development director position during its most recent meeting. The new director for Federal Way, WA would make...more

Ontario Employment Fund Helps Young People Get Jobs, Training and Measurable Work Skills

The Youth Employment Fund, located in Ontario, is helping local young people get sustainable jobs, receive training and earn some valuable work experience. The fund is helping employers provide...more

New Study to Shed Light on Labor Force

A Nebraska Department of Economic Development study will examine the labor skills in a three-state area: northeast Nebraska, southeast South Dakota and northwest Iowa. The study's objective is to...more

Louisiana Gears Up for Economic Development

According to the Louisiana Economic Development (LED) office, Louisiana's economy will be expected to perform really well in the coming years. LED recently released a document that states...more

Veteran Homeless Rates in Decline, But Unemployment Still Remains

In a recent census, the number of homeless veterans has declined. However, veterans seeking better employment opportunities find it difficult to land good jobs. Due to lack of quality jobs,...more

Affordable Care Act Implements Health Profession Opportunity Grants

The Affordable Care Act confirms the Health Profession Opportunity Grants (HPOG) program for eligible Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) beneficiaries. The program presents training...more

ACA SHOP Exchange Development in Six States

Small Business Health Options Programs (SHOP) exchanges, as included in the Affordable Care Act (ACA), are designed to present government assistance and affordable coverage opportunities to small...more

CLASP and Alliance Wants Your Feedback for Quality Career Pathways Beta Framework

The Alliance for Quality Career Pathways is moving forward with its fall and summer review process. The Alliance is a state-driven CLASP initiative funded by the Joyce Foundation and James Irvine...more