Federal Budget Priorities Overlook Our Greatest Investment—Children

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Apr 27

Urban Institute | April 27, 2026

Federal spending on children is already low and projected to decline further, despite strong evidence that investing in kids reduces poverty and boosts long-term economic growth and societal well-being. Read full article.

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