ARPA

Mathematica recently released a report investigating the connection between strong city data foundations and successful ARPA investments. It spotlights cities that received What Works Cities Certification, which has recognized 57 U.S. cities for robust data practices that make resident lives better. Established as a benchmark for well-managed, data-driven local government, the What Works Cities (WWC) Certification provides insights into how such practices may influence the effectiveness of ARPA investments....

In light of the Biden-Harris Administration announcing their intent to end the public health emergency (PHE), CMS has created a suite of updated resources to provide guidance around the unwinding. All tools can be found on the CMS Emergencies Page of their website. Guidance includes but is not limited to, a fact sheet for information about PHE waiver flexibilities, Acute Hospital at Home information, and the CMS 1135 Waiver/ Flexibility request inquiry form. The CMS Emergencies Page will be updated continuously as the end of the PHE nears. CMS encourages regular visits to the page for the most up to date information regarding PHE unwinding.