Resources for Policymakers
SIEPR experts produce monthly policy briefs and are available to provide insights on a vast array of economic policy topics organized in our Focal Areas. Our faculty regularly testify on Capitol Hill and in state legislatures, and advise government officials.
Policy Briefs
- Christopher, D., Duggan, M., Hehmeyer, P., & Martin, O. (2025). Homelessness in L.A.: Evidence from temporary shelter. Policy Brief.
- Althoff, L. (2025). America’s got talent: The case for investing in public education. Policy Brief.
- Bernstein, J., & Mahoney, N. (2025). Building an affordable economy: A three-legged stool strategy. Policy Brief.
Focal Areas
Our faculty affiliates delve deeply into a dozen focal areas that go to the heart of the most pressing economic policy issues. But economic research doesn’t always fit into just one category. That’s why you’ll find plenty of overlap in our scholars’ interests that reflects novel collaborations and innovative research agendas.
Research Highlights and Media Mentions
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America’s à la carte economy is making everyone feel poorer
Bloomberg features insights from Neale Mahoney, SIEPR's director, on the rise of consumer "drip pricing" and the distorted incentives the now-popular practice gives companies.
January 14, 2026
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Study: Public preschool aids in developmental, learning-related diagnoses
New research by SIEPR scholars Adrienne Sabety and Maya Rossin-Slater shows how early exposure to public preschool benefits low-income children with behavioral and developmental conditions.
January 13, 2026
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Will Trump implement his $2000 stimulus checks for Americans in 2026? Here’s the latest.
Ryan Cummings, SIEPR chief of staff, describes in Time.com some core challenges behind President Trump's pledge to pay most Americans a portion of the money raised by U.S. tariffs.
January 07, 2026
Latest Working Papers
- Rossin-Slater, M., Sabety, A., & Wu, A. (2026). The Impact of Preschool Entry Age on Children’s Behavioral and Developmental Health in Medicaid. Working Paper.
- Garg, S., & Sedai, A. (2026). The Triple Engine Effect: Does Full Vertical Alignment Unlock the State?∗. Working Paper.
- Miller, S., Persson, P., Rossin-Slater, M., & Wherry, L. (2025). The Labor Market and Health Impacts of Reducing Cesarean Section Deliveries. Working Paper.