This study uses machine learning models on Medicaid data to estimate that the take-up rate for children's Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is approximately 70%, identifying potentially eligible children who often have higher health care utilization than current SSI recipients.
The article examines the participation of adults aged 50 and older in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in 2022, highlighting the program's role in reducing food insecurity and poverty among older adults, especially those with disabilities.
The Digital Benefit Network's Digital Identity Community of Practice held a session to hear considerations from civil rights technologists and human-centered design practitioners on ways to ensure program security while simultaneously promoting equity, enabling accessibility, and minimizing bias.
This page includes data and observations about account creation and identity proofing steps specifically for online applications that include MAGI Medicaid.
This panel discussion from the Academy's 2025 Policy Summit explores the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and public benefits, examining how technological advancements are influencing policy decisions and the delivery of social services.
