The article argues that government programs should be evaluated based on how effectively they improve people’s lives, rather than just on process metrics or compliance.
It emphasizes the importance of outcome-based measurement and suggests that focusing on real-world impact can lead to better policy decisions and more meaningful public service.
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This report summarizes insights from interviews with seven states on how they are adapting integrated eligibility and enrollment (IEE) systems in response to sweeping federal changes to SNAP and Medicaid under H.R. 1.
The article analyzes the impacts of Arkansas's Medicaid work requirements, finding that while coverage losses were reversed after the policy was halted, it did not improve employment and led to negative consequences such as increased medical debt and delayed care.
This toolkit provides guidance to protect participant confidentiality in human services research and evaluation, including legal frameworks, risk assessment strategies, and best practices.
