Good policy needs good information. With all the ways that government impacts the lives of our kids, we need to ensure that lawmakers have access to the best available information and analysis. Without it, hidden problems go unsolved, resources are wasted, and government policies can sometimes do more harm than good.
The federal government sponsors several studies and research projects that provide invaluable information on the well-being and welfare of our children. Unfortunately, major gaps still exist. First Focus supports existing efforts and urges Congress to devote more resources toward understanding how our kids are faring and how we can better meet their needs. When it comes to policies that affect our kids, facts come first.
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