Congressional Briefings by Topic

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  Equifax and the Data-Breach Era: How Worried Should We Be?

  Oct 26, 2017

  Large-scale data breaches have compromised the identifying information of millions of people. What can policymakers do to improve responses to such breaches, and how can the public protect information that has already been compromised? Lilian Ablon and Sina Beaghley answer these questions and more in a RAND Congressional Briefing.

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  The Future of the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act: Expiration, Reauthorization, Modification

  Jun 11, 2014

  To inform the debate on whether TRIA should be reauthorized, modified, or allowed to expire, RAND experts will present the findings of their recent work on this topic and address different facets of this complex issue, including the pros and cons of proposed TRIA modifications.

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  Unique Educational Games for Financial Literacy

  Nov 8, 2010

  Nick Maynard and Timothy Flacke of the D2D Fund will discuss the value of financial entertainment as an educational tool and demonstrate two video games they developed to teach lessons about financial literacy.

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  Financial Literacy and Individuals' Investment Decisions

  Feb 9, 2009

  Economists Joanne Yoong and Angela Hung present Investor Choices and Financial Literacy: Evidence from Mutual Fund Choice Experiments at a Congressional Briefing on February 9, 2009.

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  The Effect of Sarbanes-Oxley on Firm Exits from the Public Market

  Feb 25, 2008

  Pinar Karaca-Mandic will present How Does Sarbanes-Oxley Affect Firms' Decisions to Stay in the Public Market or Go Private? at a RAND Congressional Briefing on February 25.

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  Approaches to Counter Russian Social Media Influence

  Mar 15, 2019

  How can policymakers combat the threat of Russian social media influence? Elizabeth Bodine-Baron will discuss different approaches and policy options to respond to Russian influence via disinformation spread on social media in the United States. [Washington, D.C.]

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  Protecting Consumer Data: Considerations for Congress

  Jun 8, 2018

  Many of the laws that govern data privacy were developed before the widespread adoption of online communications and social media accounts. Should consumers be in charge of self-regulating what they share and how companies use it? Rebecca Balebako and John Davis will discuss policy opportunities for better protecting consumer data. [Washington, D.C.]

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  Equifax and the Data-Breach Era: How Worried Should We Be?

  Oct 26, 2017

  Large-scale data breaches have compromised the identifying information of millions of people. What can policymakers do to improve responses to such breaches, and how can the public protect information that has already been compromised? Lilian Ablon and Sina Beaghley answer these questions and more in a RAND Congressional Briefing.

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  RAND Cybersecurity Workshop

  Aug 17, 2016

  In this cybersecurity workshop, legislative staffers can learn how to calculate cyber risk; where to find appropriate information about threats, vulnerabilities, and impact; and better consider options for legislation and federal government response in cyberspace. [Washington, DC]

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  Lessons from a Hacker: Cyber Concepts for Policymakers

  Sep 14, 2015

  What do policymakers need to know as they confront growing concerns over cybersecurity? Lillian Ablon provides insights into some of the complexities of cybersecurity policymaking, including why software vulnerabilities matter and the motivations of various cyber threats actors.

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  Principal Pipelines: A Feasible, Affordable, and Effective Way to Improve Schools

  Jun 17, 2019

  A recent RAND report found that implementing “principal pipelines”—a strategic approach to the hiring, preparation, evaluation, and support of school leaders—can improve schools. Susan Gates will discuss the feasibility, effectiveness, and affordability of principal pipelines. [Washington, D.C.]

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  Informing Investments in High-Quality Preschool

  May 5, 2017

  The new Congress is expected to reexamine spending on domestic programs like early childhood education. RAND senior economist Lynn Karoly will present her findings on the short- and long-term effects of high-quality preschool programs—and the associated costs, benefits, and economic returns.

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  Reauthorizing ESEA: Key Issues and Federal Oversight Are Up for Debate

  Feb 18, 2015

  This might be the year that Congress reauthorizes the Elementary and Secondary School Act. However, debate continues over some of the law's key components and the appropriate federal role in annual assessments, state accountability, and teaching effectiveness.

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  Correctional Education: How Effective Is It and What Can We Do to Make It Better?

  Feb 18, 2014

  Ex-offenders do not have the knowledge and skills to support a successful return to their communities. Trying to reduce re-incarceration rates is partly why states devote resources to educating and training individuals while in prison. Lois Davis will present results from a comprehensive RAND study on the effectiveness of correctional education.

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  Improving Student Achievement Through Education Technology

  Jun 20, 2013

  RAND senior scientist John Pane will participate in a panel hosted by Carnegie Learning to discuss a large-scale randomized study of the blended learning algebra curriculum designed by Carnegie Learning, tracking the progress of more than 19,000 students in 147 schools in seven states.

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  Maintaining Accountability and Nurturing Innovation through a Reauthorized ESEA

  May 22, 2012

  In this panel briefing RAND researchers discuss the possible reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)—how it will require several critical decisions about standards, assessments, reporting requirements, and school improvement initiatives.

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  Performance-Based Accountability for Public Services

  Aug 9, 2010

  Brian Stecher presents evidence about the effectiveness of performance-based accountability systems in five sectors—child care, education, health care, public health emergency preparedness, and transportation—and provides recommendations about how to improve the effectiveness of such systems.

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  The Effects of NYC's 5th-Grade Promotion Policy

  Oct 19, 2009

  Policy analyst Jennifer McCombs and statistician Lou Mariano will discuss the findings of their evaluation of the New York City Department of Education's 5th-grade promotion policy.

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  What Does Economics Tell Us About Early Childhood Policy?

  May 12, 2008

  Studies show how insights from the field of economics—human capital theory and monetary payoffs—contribute to the science of early childhood policy. Panelists will discuss the implications of the findings from their research for early childhood policy.

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  Panel Discussion on No Child Left Behind

  Jan 9, 2008

  RAND will host a panel discussion on No Child Left Behind (NCLB): What Do We Know, and What Does It Tell Us? on January 9. Panelists include John Deasy, Michelle Rhee, Laura Hamilton, Brian Stecher, and Georges Vernez.

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  Adapting to Climate Change on the Coast: Lessons from Louisiana for Federal Policy

  Jan 23, 2013

  What can be done to reduce the chances of widespread disaster when the next "Sandy" hits? Jordan Fischbach will discuss how climate change and other long-term challenges can affect coasts and the tools federal or state policymakers will need to address them.

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  The Impact of Air Pollution on Hospital Spending in California

  Jun 24, 2010

  John Romley presents findings from a study that suggests publicly funded insurers as well as employers and private insurers would benefit financially from reductions in air pollution—particularly in California, which has more people living in areas that do not meet federal air quality standards than any other state.

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  Improving the Energy Performance of Buildings

  Apr 12, 2010

  Ambassador Charles Ries discusses how energy efficiency in buildings affects energy security and climate change. He gives an overview of the European Union's and Australia's experiences driving energy efficiency in the building sector and the lessons the United States can learn from their efforts.

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  Costs and Benefits of Importing Oil into the United States

  May 11, 2009

  Director of RAND's Environment, Energy, and Economic Development Program Keith Crane will present Imported Oil and U.S. National Security on May 11, 2009.

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  What Constitutes an Effective Approach to Limiting Greenhouse Gases?

  Apr 13, 2009

  The Obama administration and Congress have called enactment of a cap-and-trade program for limiting U.S. emissions of CO2 and other greenhouse gases a top priority. Our panelists will address some key questions about cap-and-trade programs that need to be resolved.

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  Security Benefits and Economic, Environmental Issues of a U.S. Coal-to-Liquids Industry

  Dec 10, 2008

  Senior Policy Researcher James Bartis presents Producing Liquid Fuels From Coal: Prospects and Policy Issues at a Congressional Briefing on December 10, 2008.

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  A Comparison of Oil Sands and Liquid Coal Fuel to Conventional Petroleum Products

  Nov 17, 2008

  Senior Economist Michael Toman will present Unconventional Fossil-Based Fuels: Economic and Environmental Trade-Offs at a Congressional Briefing on November 17, 2008.

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  Potential Impacts of Increasing Renewable Energy Use

  Jul 11, 2008

  Senior Economist and Director of RAND's Environment, Energy, and Economic Development Program Michael Toman will present Impacts on U.S. Energy Expenditures and Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Increasing Renewable Energy Use on July 11, 2008.

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  Meeting the Challenges of Water Resource Planning

  Jan 31, 2008

  Robert Lempert and David Groves will present Meeting the Challenges of Water Resource Planning: New Decision Support Methods for Water Managers Facing an Uncertain Future Climate at a RAND Congressional Briefing on January 31. Debra Knopman will make introductions.

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  Preparing for the Future of Fentanyl: Considerations for Congress in Tackling the Synthetic Opioid Crisis

  Sep 13, 2019

  The introduction of illicitly manufactured synthetic opioids like fentanyl to U.S. drug markets has presented new challenges for policymakers working to reverse this public health crisis. What do policymakers need to consider in their efforts to address this threat? [Washington, D.C.]

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  What Are the Potential Impacts of Single-Payer Health Care?

  Jan 23, 2019

  What do policymakers need to know when thinking about single-payer proposals and their likely effects on cost and access? Jodi Liu and Christine Eibner will discuss some key characteristics of single-payer health care proposals and their likely impact as well as common misconceptions and areas of uncertainty. [Washington, D.C.]

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  States vs. the Federal Government: Marijuana Legalization in the United States

  Jun 9, 2017

  As the marijuana policy landscape continues to change from state to state, the substance remains illegal under federal law. How can action abroad help inform policy in the United States, and what are Congress' options?

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  Repeal, Replace, Repair, or Improve? The Future of the ACA

  Mar 17, 2017

  With a new administration in the White House, Congress is taking a renewed look at the Affordable Care Act. RAND senior economist Christine Eibner will brief legislators on the impacts of policies proposed by both sides of the aisle. [Washington, DC]

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  Premium Tax Credits and the Affordable Care Act: The Potential Ramifications of King v. Burwell

  Feb 3, 2015

  In February 2015, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case of King v. Burwell, a challenge to the legality of the regulation authorizing premium tax credits in federally facilitated exchanges. What does this mean for the Affordable Care Act and consumers in these states?

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  Insights About Marijuana Legalization in the United States

  Jan 21, 2015

  Marijuana legalization is a complex issue under serious debate. As Vermont prepares to vote on legalization, this briefing reviews a RAND report that analyzes income-earning potential for the state, marijuana policy in the U.S. and abroad, alternatives to marijuana prohibition, and how federal-state conflicts can impact policy choices.

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  Skin in the Game: How Consumer-Directed Health Plans Can Affect the Cost and Use of Health Care

  Dec 10, 2012

  If half of Americans with employer-sponsored insurance enrolled in consumer-directed plans, annual health care costs would fall by an estimated $57 billion. Is this the answer to growing health care costs?

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  Prisoner Reentry and Public Health: Is Your State Ready?

  Jun 21, 2012

  Lois Davis discusses prisoner reentry—how health affects reentry into a community; the critical roles that health care providers, other social services, and family members play in successful reentry; and recommendations for improving access to care for this population in the current fiscal environment.

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  The Affordable Care Act's Individual Mandate in Play

  Mar 20, 2012

  RAND economist Christine Eibner spoke at a Bloomberg Government and RAND Corporation event in Washington, D.C. Eibner briefed the attendees on the results of her recent study, How Would Eliminating the Individual Mandate Affect Health Coverage and Premium Costs?

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  Funding for Global HIV Programs

  Dec 15, 2011

  Funding levels for global HIV programs have recently flattened out but the demand for HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment in developing countries only continues to rise. This briefing addresses how global HIV programs can continue meeting the ever-growing need for services in the face of limited funding.

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  VA Mental Health Care: How Good Is It and How Can We Make It Better?

  Dec 1, 2011

  In this December 2011 Congressional Briefing, Katherine Watkins discusses highlights and recommendations from her study on the VA's capacity to deliver care to veterans with mental health and substance use disorders and the quality of the care that is delivered.

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  How Growing Health Care Costs Affect the American Family

  Oct 3, 2011

  In this October 2011 Congressional Briefing, Art Kellermann will address the components of health care spending for the typical American family and how it affects buying power; whether slower health care cost growth would increase available family income; and whether the nation is getting sufficient value for its health care spending.

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  The Public Health System Since 9/11

  Aug 23, 2011

  In this August 2011 Congressional Briefing, RAND researchers will share their findings regarding improvements in the U.S. public health system in the past decade and provide recommendations to effectively address future public health threats.

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  The War Within: Preventing Suicide in the U.S. Military

  May 10, 2011

  RAND researchers will discuss findings and recommendations from their recent study on the growing rate of military suicides, including who is at risk for suicide and what the Department of Defense is doing to prevent it.

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  Quality of Care for Patients Dying in the Hospital

  Sep 13, 2010

  Neil Wenger describes a yearlong study on improving end-of-life care that can help policymakers address payment systems and other issues pertaining to quality of care for critically ill patients.

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  The Impact of Air Pollution on Hospital Spending in California

  Jun 24, 2010

  John Romley presents findings from a study that suggests publicly funded insurers as well as employers and private insurers would benefit financially from reductions in air pollution—particularly in California, which has more people living in areas that do not meet federal air quality standards than any other state.

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  The Growth of Retail Health Care Clinics

  Mar 19, 2010

  Policy analyst Ateev Mehrotra discusses the cost, quality, and potential capacity of medical clinics in commercial settings at Health Care on Aisle 7: The Growing Phenomenon of Retail Clinics on March 19, 2010.

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  The Impact of Deployment on Military Children

  Mar 1, 2010

  In 2009, about 2 million children in the United States had a parent in either the active or reserve component of the military. Anita Chandra will discuss the significant risk factors affecting these children, their implications, and the next steps required to better understand this timely and critical issue.

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  Federal Investments to Improve Readiness in the Nation's Communities

  Sep 14, 2009

  Senior political scientist Christopher Nelson and operations researcher Edward Chan will discuss RAND's evaluation of federal efforts to improve public health preparedness in the nation's largest metropolitan areas in The H1N1 Pandemic: Lessons Learned from the Cities Readiness Initiative on September 14, 2009.

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  Exploring the Link Between Health Care Costs and Industry

  Aug 24, 2009

  Senior Economist Neeraj Sood will present findings from a first-of-its-kind study that has linked the rapid growth of health care costs to negative economic consequences in Health Care Cost Growth and the Economic Performance of U.S. Industries on August 24, 2009.

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  Lessons Learned About Health Care Cost Containment

  Aug 17, 2009

  Economist Christine Eibner will present findings from an analysis of measures to help curb health care costs that are broadly applicable to the health reform debate in Options for Controlling Health Care Spending in Massachusetts on August 17, 2009.

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  Assessing Disparities Faced by Boys and Men of Color in California

  Aug 10, 2009

  Senior health policy researcher M. Rebecca Kilburn will discuss the biggest challenges and opportunities policymakers face in closing the gaps on a number of outcome indicators when she presents Reparable Harm: Assessing Disparities Faced by Boys and Men of Color in California on August 10, 2009.

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  Congressional Panel Reviews South Korean Health Reform

  Jul 15, 2009

  A variety of RAND experts on Asia and health, including Executive Vice President Michael Rich, will join several health officials from South Korea to discuss Korea's Experience in Harmonizing Public and Private Health Insurance Systems for Universal Coverage on July 15, 2009.

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  The Economic Cost of Methamphetamine Use in the United States

  Jul 13, 2009

  Rosalie Pacula, codirector of the RAND Drug Policy Research Center, will present The Economic Cost of Methamphetamine Use in the United States on July 13, 2009, in cooperation with the Congressional Caucus to Fight and Control Methamphetamine.

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  Demonstration of COMPARE (Comprehensive Assessment of Reform Efforts)

  Mar 27, 2009

  Associate Director of RAND Health and Codirector of COMPARE Elizabeth McGlynn will present The RAND Corporation's COMPARE Initiative: An Innovative Approach to Health Care Policy on March 27, 2009.

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  RAND Researchers Discuss Invisible Wounds of War

  Apr 28, 2008

  Lead authors Terri Tanielian and Lisa Jaycox will present Invisible Wounds of War: Psychological and Cognitive Injuries, Their Consequences, and Services to Assist Recovery at a RAND Congressional Briefing on April 28.

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  Health Insurance for Small Businesses

  Apr 4, 2008

  Susan M. Gates and Christine Eibner will present Better Understanding the Health Insurance Issues that Small Firms Face at a RAND Congressional Briefing on April 4.

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  Racial and Ethnic Disparities in the Health Behaviors and Experiences of 5th Graders

  Mar 18, 2008

  Racial and ethnic disparities in health outcomes have been long documented for adults and adolescents. In contrast, relatively little is known about health disparities among elementary-aged children. Researchers Marc Elliott and Mark Schuster will present their findings.

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  Pandemic Influenza Preparedness in Southeast Asia and the Middle East

  Mar 10, 2008

  Melinda Moore will present Pandemic Influenza Preparedness in Southeast Asia and the Middle East as part of the RAND Congressional Briefing Series on March 10.

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  How Do We Prevent the Next Homegrown Terrorist?

  May 3, 2019

  What is the right terrorism prevention strategy for the federal government? Brian Jackson will discuss the nature of the homeland terrorist threat, past and current terrorism prevention policies, and recommendations for policymakers. [Washington, D.C.]

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  Approaches to Counter Russian Social Media Influence

  Mar 15, 2019

  How can policymakers combat the threat of Russian social media influence? Elizabeth Bodine-Baron will discuss different approaches and policy options to respond to Russian influence via disinformation spread on social media in the United States. [Washington, D.C.]

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  Overcoming the Threats of Our Strategic Competitors

  Mar 27, 2018

  What weapon systems and posture enhancements should Congress and the Defense Department consider to prepare the United States for potential conflicts? In a RAND Congressional Briefing, David Ochmanek will discuss solutions that could help defend against national security challenges. [Washington, D.C.]

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  Equifax and the Data-Breach Era: How Worried Should We Be?

  Oct 26, 2017

  Large-scale data breaches have compromised the identifying information of millions of people. What can policymakers do to improve responses to such breaches, and how can the public protect information that has already been compromised? Lilian Ablon and Sina Beaghley answer these questions and more in a RAND Congressional Briefing.

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  Lessening the Risk of Refugee Radicalization

  Feb 16, 2016

  Historical cases show that refugee radicalization is not inevitable, but fears within the United States persist. How does radicalization happen within refugee groups? And how can the U.S. government mitigate risks and safeguard the homeland?

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  Lessons from a Hacker: Cyber Concepts for Policymakers

  Sep 14, 2015

  What do policymakers need to know as they confront growing concerns over cybersecurity? Lillian Ablon provides insights into some of the complexities of cybersecurity policymaking, including why software vulnerabilities matter and the motivations of various cyber threats actors.

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  Marijuana Legalization: What We Know and What We Don't

  Jul 17, 2012

  This November, voters in multiple states will be asked to consider propositions concerning decriminalization and legalization of marijuana. Join RAND experts for a panel discussion on marijuana laws and policies at both the state and federal level.

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  Information Sharing for Cyber-Security: Evidence from Europe

  May 7, 2012

  The U.S. House and Senate have numerous cyber-security proposals on the agenda to consider in the coming months. In this briefing, Neil Robinson presents evidence from empirical studies conducted in Europe regarding cyber-security and information exchange.

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  Cyberdeterrence and Cyberwar

  Feb 22, 2012

  With dire warnings about U.S. cyber vulnerabilities, the Obama administration is pushing Congress to pass a comprehensive cybersecurity bill, and Senate and House committees are moving forward to craft such legislation. Martin Libicki, a RAND senior management scientist, discusses cyberwar and policy considerations.

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  Police Departments' Post-9/11 Focus on Counterterrorism and Homeland Security

  Jul 20, 2011

  In this July 2011 Congressional Briefing, Lois Davis discusses adjustments made by law enforcement agencies to strengthen their counterterrorism and homeland security capabilities, and the new funding challenges faced by police departments since 9/11.

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  Disaster Preparedness, Response, and Recovery

  Mar 14, 2011

  This briefing will focus on how governments and nongovernmental organizations can work together to improve disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.

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  Marijuana Legalization in California

  Jul 12, 2010

  Beau Kilmer, codirector of the RAND Drug Policy Research Center, will discuss the projected revenues, costs, and effects on price and use that may come from legalizing, regulating, and taxing marijuana in California.

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  Tackling Corruption in Afghanistan

  May 21, 2010

  Cheryl Benard and Elvira Loredo will describe a workshop in Kabul at which RAND convened 40 representatives from all sectors of Afghan society to better understand Afghan attitudes and experiences with corruption and their efforts to thwart it.

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  Civilian Defense Forces in Afghanistan

  May 10, 2010

  Arturo Munoz will address successful models of local residents helping to provide security to their own communities, and the viability of such counterinsurgency efforts in Afghanistan in "Civilian Defense Forces in Afghanistan."

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  Symposium Will Cover the Importance of Freight Transportation to the U.S. Economy

  Jun 9, 2009

  This RAND Supply Chain Policy Center Symposium on Modernizing the U.S. Freight Transportation System for Future Economic Growth will present recent findings on supply chain sustainability, and will offer several promising policy and investment alternatives to address identified challenges.

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  Pakistan and Afghanistan: Allies of the United States?

  May 18, 2009

  A panel of RAND experts will discuss Pakistan and Afghanistan: Allies of the United States? on May 18, 2009.

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  Revitalizing the Transatlantic Security Partnership

  Feb 12, 2009

  Director of RAND International Security and Defense Policy Center James Dobbins will moderate a discussion on Revitalizing the Transatlantic Security Partnership: An Agenda For Action on February 12, 2009, co-hosted by the Bertelsmann Stiftung.

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  Congressional Panel Discussion Explores the Need for New Approaches to Preventing Nuclear Use

  Nov 17, 2008

  Senior Defense Analyst David Ochmanek will moderate a Panel Discussion on Deterrence: Past, Present, & Future on November 17, 2008.

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  What Would Justify Creating a New Counterterrorism Agency?

  Oct 20, 2008

  Director of the RAND Corporation's Center for Global Risk and Security Gregory Treverton will present Pros and Cons of Creating a Domestic Counterterrorism Intelligence Service at a Congressional Briefing on October 20, 2008.

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  What Is the Likelihood of a Terrorist Nuclear Attack Against the U.S.?

  Sep 9, 2008

  Brian Michael Jenkins, one of the world's leading authorities on political violence and sophisticated crime, discusses his new book, "Will Terrorists Go Nuclear?" at a Congressional Briefing on September 9, 2008.

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  The Challenge of Nuclear-Armed Regional Adversaries

  Aug 11, 2008

  RAND Senior Defense Analyst David Ochmanek will present The Challenge of Nuclear-Armed Regional Adversaries at a Congressional Briefing on August 11, 2008.

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  Lessons on Countering Terrorist Groups

  Jul 29, 2008

  RAND Political Scientist Seth Jones will present How Terrorist Groups End: Lessons for Countering al Qa'ida at a Congressional Briefing on July 29, 2008.

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  Counterinsurgency in Afghanistan

  Jun 9, 2008

  RAND Political Scientist Seth Jones will present Counterinsurgency in Afghanistan as part of the RAND Congressional Briefing Series on June 9, 2008.

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  Pandemic Influenza Preparedness in Southeast Asia and the Middle East

  Mar 10, 2008

  Melinda Moore will present Pandemic Influenza Preparedness in Southeast Asia and the Middle East as part of the RAND Congressional Briefing Series on March 10.

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  Approaches to Counter Russian Social Media Influence

  Mar 15, 2019

  How can policymakers combat the threat of Russian social media influence? Elizabeth Bodine-Baron will discuss different approaches and policy options to respond to Russian influence via disinformation spread on social media in the United States. [Washington, D.C.]

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  Overcoming the Threats of Our Strategic Competitors

  Mar 27, 2018

  What weapon systems and posture enhancements should Congress and the Defense Department consider to prepare the United States for potential conflicts? In a RAND Congressional Briefing, David Ochmanek will discuss solutions that could help defend against national security challenges. [Washington, D.C.]

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  United States and China: Trends in Military Competition

  Oct 5, 2015

  Eric Heginbotham discusses relative U.S. and Chinese military capabilities, including the evolution of Chinese military capabilities, steps the United States can take to limit the impact of a growing Chinese military on deterrence, and other U.S. strategic interests.

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  Strategic Rethink: Choices for America in a Turbulent World

  Jul 24, 2015

  How does America envision its role in a turbulent geopolitical environment with growing challenges? Ambassador James Dobbins, Howard Shatz, and David Ochmanek examine the most consequential choices that are likely to face this president and the next.

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  Congressional Options and Their Likely Consequences for a Nuclear Deal with Iran

  Dec 16, 2014

  With nuclear negotiations between Iran and the P5+1 now extended beyond the original Nov. 24 deadline, some members of Congress might now attempt to intervene legislatively. RAND analyst Larry Hanauer will discuss eight potential courses of action that Congress could take that might either facilitate, hinder, or block implementation of a deal.

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  Israeli, Saudi, and Iranian Responses in the Days After a Deal With Iran: What Are the U.S. Options?

  Jun 4, 2014

  RAND experts will discuss the likely concerns and reactions of Israel and Saudi Arabia and the internal power dynamics and motivations of the Iranian government. Understanding these factors and U.S. options to address them will be critical for policymakers to implement a final nuclear agreement.

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  Making Sense of Nuclear Negotiations with Iran: A Good Deal or a Bad Deal?

  Jan 22, 2014

  Negotiations between Iran and the P5+1 have resulted in a first step agreement of a possible comprehensive deal on the Iranian nuclear program. A panel of experts will examine the negotiations, the potential for a deal that could effectively halt Iran's ability to develop nuclear weapons, and implications for U.S. national security.

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  Preparing for North Korean Regime Collapse

  Oct 16, 2013

  The North Korean government has shown signs of instability for some time. RAND senior defense analyst Bruce Bennett will discuss the possible consequences of its collapse, including civil war in the North, a humanitarian crisis, the potential use and proliferation of the nation's chemical, biological, and nuclear weapons, and even war with China.

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  Egypt and the Question of U.S. Assistance

  Jul 25, 2013

  With the ouster of former President Morsi by the Egyptian military, there is a renewed debate over the status of U.S. assistance to Egypt. Would cutting off aid promote or impair American interests in the region? RAND's Jeff Martini will moderate a discussion with Steven A. Cook of CFR and Michele Dunne of the Atlantic Council.

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  Mapping Egyptian Politics

  Mar 22, 2013

  Despite widespread unrest, Egypt is scheduled to hold parliamentary elections in the coming months. Three Egypt watchers will discuss what past electoral performance and the current political context say about the Islamists' strength in Egypt and what it means for the U.S.

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  What Are the Prospects for Democratization in the Arab World?

  Oct 10, 2012

  Revolutionary protests in 2011 upended long-standing authoritarian regimes in the Arab world. What lies ahead for Egypt, Tunisia, and other countries undergoing political change? How can the challenges of moving from regime change to democratic governance be overcome?

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  Democratization in the Arab World

  Jul 18, 2012

  Laurel Miller and Jeffrey Martini of the RAND Corporation discussed what the successes and setbacks of other transitions from authoritarianism suggest about the problems ahead for Egypt, Tunisia, and elsewhere, and how they might be overcome. Carnegie's Thomas Carothers discussed and Marina Ottaway moderated.

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  How to Defuse Iran's Nuclear Threat: Bolster Diplomacy, Israeli Security, and the Iranian Citizenry

  Jun 7, 2012

  RAND experts James Dobbins, Lynn Davis, and Alireza Nader had a panel discussion on U.S. policy options and the longer-term prospects for Iranian relations with both Israel and the United States.

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  The Outlook for U.S.-Russian Relations in Putin's Third Term

  Apr 11, 2012

  Will Vladimir Putin's strident anti-American rhetoric on the campaign trail translate into increased tension on major issues like missile defense, the fast-moving situation in the Middle East, and Afghanistan? Andrew Weiss, director of the RAND Center for Russia and Eurasia, will moderate a panel discussion.

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  What Can Be Done to Remove Existing Barriers to Freedom of Expression in the Arab World?

  Jun 13, 2011

  In this June 2011 Congressional Briefing, RAND researchers discuss the growing body of creative works produced by Arab authors and artists that counter the intellectual and ideological underpinnings of violent extremism, factors that thwart the distribution of such works, and policy recommendations for overcoming those barriers.

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  Rebuilding Haiti

  Oct 18, 2010

  RAND experts discuss how the billions of dollars in aid pledged to help Haiti rebuild after the January earthquake can be used to create a resilient state that is capable of responding effectively to natural disasters and providing public services like education and health care.

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  Tackling Corruption in Afghanistan

  May 21, 2010

  Cheryl Benard and Elvira Loredo will describe a workshop in Kabul at which RAND convened 40 representatives from all sectors of Afghan society to better understand Afghan attitudes and experiences with corruption and their efforts to thwart it.

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  Civilian Defense Forces in Afghanistan

  May 10, 2010

  Arturo Munoz will address successful models of local residents helping to provide security to their own communities, and the viability of such counterinsurgency efforts in Afghanistan in "Civilian Defense Forces in Afghanistan."

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  The Implications of Recent North Korean Aggression

  Jun 12, 2009

  Senior Political Scientist Chaibong Hahm and Senior Defense Research Analyst Bruce Bennett will present Dealing with a Defiant North Korea on June 12, 2009.

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  Congressional Panel Discussion on How the United States Can Effectively Engage Iran

  Jun 8, 2009

  A panel of RAND experts will discuss Engaging Iran: Opportunities and Obstacles on June 8, 2009.

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  Pakistan and Afghanistan: Allies of the United States?

  May 18, 2009

  A panel of RAND experts will discuss Pakistan and Afghanistan: Allies of the United States? on May 18, 2009.

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  Revitalizing the Transatlantic Security Partnership

  Feb 12, 2009

  Director of RAND International Security and Defense Policy Center James Dobbins will moderate a discussion on Revitalizing the Transatlantic Security Partnership: An Agenda For Action on February 12, 2009, co-hosted by the Bertelsmann Stiftung.

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  China's Rising Power in Asia

  Dec 11, 2008

  Senior Political Scientist Evan S. Medeiros will present Asia Responds to China's Rise at a Congressional Briefing on December 11, 2008.

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  Insights Into Recent Armed Violence on the Open Seas

  Dec 9, 2008

  Senior Policy Analyst Peter Chalk presents Piracy and Armed Violence at Sea: How Can Policymakers Make the World's Oceans Safer? at a Congressional Briefing on December 9, 2008.

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  Congressional Panel Discussion Explores the Need for New Approaches to Preventing Nuclear Use

  Nov 17, 2008

  Senior Defense Analyst David Ochmanek will moderate a Panel Discussion on Deterrence: Past, Present, & Future on November 17, 2008.

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  The Challenge of Nuclear-Armed Regional Adversaries

  Aug 11, 2008

  RAND Senior Defense Analyst David Ochmanek will present The Challenge of Nuclear-Armed Regional Adversaries at a Congressional Briefing on August 11, 2008.

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  Russia's Growing Economy and Global Influence

  Jul 14, 2008

  RAND Senior International Policy Analyst Olga Oliker will present Understanding Russia's Foreign Policy at a Congressional Briefing on July 14, 2008.

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  Counterinsurgency in Afghanistan

  Jun 9, 2008

  RAND Political Scientist Seth Jones will present Counterinsurgency in Afghanistan as part of the RAND Congressional Briefing Series on June 9, 2008.

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  The Role of Women in Nation-Building Efforts

  Apr 14, 2008

  RAND Senior Political Scientist Cheryl Benard will present Women and Nation-Building: Lessons from Afghanistan as part of the RAND Congressional Briefing Series on April 14.

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  Pandemic Influenza Preparedness in Southeast Asia and the Middle East

  Mar 10, 2008

  Melinda Moore will present Pandemic Influenza Preparedness in Southeast Asia and the Middle East as part of the RAND Congressional Briefing Series on March 10.

9 to 5: Do You Know If Your Boss Knows Where You Are?

Presented by Edward Balkovich and Tora Bikson

House Briefing
January 25, 2005
2:30-4:00 P.M.
2226 Rayburn House Office Building

Senate Briefing
January 25, 2005
4:30-6:00 P.M.
226 Dirksen Senate Office Building

Capping Non-Economic Awards in Medical Malpractice Trials: California Jury Verdicts Under MICRA

Presented by Nick Pace

July 12, 2004
Noon - 1:30 P.M.
121 Cannon House Office Building

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  How Do We Prevent the Next Homegrown Terrorist?

  May 3, 2019

  What is the right terrorism prevention strategy for the federal government? Brian Jackson will discuss the nature of the homeland terrorist threat, past and current terrorism prevention policies, and recommendations for policymakers. [Washington, D.C.]

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  Approaches to Counter Russian Social Media Influence

  Mar 15, 2019

  How can policymakers combat the threat of Russian social media influence? Elizabeth Bodine-Baron will discuss different approaches and policy options to respond to Russian influence via disinformation spread on social media in the United States. [Washington, D.C.]

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  The Russian Way of Warfare

  Jun 15, 2018

  The House of Representatives recently passed an act that states that it is the policy of the United States to sustain a credible deterrent against aggression and long-term strategic competition from Russia. Scott Boston and Dara Massicot will discuss findings from their recent report, including key characteristics of Russian warfare and implications for U.S. policy. [Washington, D.C.]

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  Overcoming the Threats of Our Strategic Competitors

  Mar 27, 2018

  What weapon systems and posture enhancements should Congress and the Defense Department consider to prepare the United States for potential conflicts? In a RAND Congressional Briefing, David Ochmanek will discuss solutions that could help defend against national security challenges. [Washington, D.C.]

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  What Will It Take to Prevent a Security Decline in Mosul?

  Sep 22, 2017

  After defeating ISIS in Mosul, what must be done to stabilize the region and prevent a slide back into violence? Shelly Culbertson and Linda Robinson will brief Congress on targeted actions to address humanitarian and stabilization needs, and implications for U.S. policy.

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  North Korea's Continuous Provocations

  Jul 17, 2017

  North Korea's provocative behavior has heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula and caused alarm throughout Northeast Asia and beyond. Bruce Bennett will brief Congress on North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs, the role of China, implications for U.S. policy, and more.

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  Strategic Rethink: Choices for America in a Turbulent World

  Jul 24, 2015

  How does America envision its role in a turbulent geopolitical environment with growing challenges? Ambassador James Dobbins, Howard Shatz, and David Ochmanek examine the most consequential choices that are likely to face this president and the next.

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  The Use of Long-Range Armed Drones: Fact v. Myth

  Mar 3, 2015

  The Obama administration announced a new policy setting standards for exporting and using armed drones which will allow for the wider export of armed drones to allied nations. A panel of RAND experts will seek to dispel some of the myths that have arisen with respect to the use of long-range armed drones.

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  Hidden Heroes: America's Military Caregivers

  May 15, 2014

  Military caregivers play an essential role in caring for injured or wounded service members and veterans. Terri Tanielian and Rajeev Ramchand will present the challenges today's military caregivers face, and what Congress and others can do to support them.

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  Do Joint Fighter Programs Save Money?

  Mar 28, 2014

  Mark Lorell will discuss how historically, the need to accommodate different service requirements into a single design or common design family can lead to increased program complexity and cost growth that may cancel out the theoretical costs savings gained from a joint approach.

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  Making Sense of Nuclear Negotiations with Iran: A Good Deal or a Bad Deal?

  Jan 22, 2014

  Negotiations between Iran and the P5+1 have resulted in a first step agreement of a possible comprehensive deal on the Iranian nuclear program. A panel of experts will examine the negotiations, the potential for a deal that could effectively halt Iran's ability to develop nuclear weapons, and implications for U.S. national security.

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  Information Sharing for Cyber-Security: Evidence from Europe

  May 7, 2012

  The U.S. House and Senate have numerous cyber-security proposals on the agenda to consider in the coming months. In this briefing, Neil Robinson presents evidence from empirical studies conducted in Europe regarding cyber-security and information exchange.

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  Defense Spending Efficiencies

  Mar 29, 2012

  Congressman Adam Smith, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, discussed the federal budget deficit and its likely impact on national security programs.

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  Cyberdeterrence and Cyberwar

  Feb 22, 2012

  With dire warnings about U.S. cyber vulnerabilities, the Obama administration is pushing Congress to pass a comprehensive cybersecurity bill, and Senate and House committees are moving forward to craft such legislation. Martin Libicki, a RAND senior management scientist, discusses cyberwar and policy considerations.

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  The War Within: Preventing Suicide in the U.S. Military

  May 10, 2011

  RAND researchers will discuss findings and recommendations from their recent study on the growing rate of military suicides, including who is at risk for suicide and what the Department of Defense is doing to prevent it.

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  Diversity of Service Academy Entrants and Graduates

  Jun 23, 2010

  Sheila Nataraj Kirby will present findings from an assessment of U.S. Department of Defense recruiting efforts, admissions policies, graduation rates, and career success rates with respect to the diversity of service academy entrants and graduates, with remarks by Rep. Elijah Cummings and the Honorable Madeleine Bordallo.

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  Cash Incentives and Military Enlistment, Attrition, and Reenlistment

  Jun 14, 2010

  James Hosek and Beth Asch will describe the cost-effectiveness of increased U.S. Department of Defense spending on bonuses in regards to its impact on wartime military recruitment and retention efforts and on attrition.

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  The Impact of Deployment on Military Children

  Mar 1, 2010

  In 2009, about 2 million children in the United States had a parent in either the active or reserve component of the military. Anita Chandra will discuss the significant risk factors affecting these children, their implications, and the next steps required to better understand this timely and critical issue.

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  The Civilian Earnings of Reservists Following Deployment

  Nov 9, 2009

  Senior economist David Loughran will discuss The Impact of Deployment on the Post-Deployment Labor Market Earnings of Reserve Components on November 9, 2009.

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  Costs and Benefits of Importing Oil into the United States

  May 11, 2009

  Director of RAND's Environment, Energy, and Economic Development Program Keith Crane will present Imported Oil and U.S. National Security on May 11, 2009.

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  Cyber Security and Human Behavior

  May 4, 2009

  A distinguished panel of experts will discuss Cyber Security and Human Behavior: How to Protect Yourself and Your Computer on May 4, 2009.

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  Difficulties Guard and Reserve Families Face During Deployment

  Mar 9, 2009

  Forces and Resources Policy Center Associate Director Margaret C. Harrell and Pardee RAND Graduate School faculty member Laura Castaneda present Deployment Experiences of Guard and Reserve Families: Implications for Support and Retention on March 9, 2009.

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  Revitalizing the Transatlantic Security Partnership

  Feb 12, 2009

  Director of RAND International Security and Defense Policy Center James Dobbins will moderate a discussion on Revitalizing the Transatlantic Security Partnership: An Agenda For Action on February 12, 2009, co-hosted by the Bertelsmann Stiftung.

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  China's Rising Power in Asia

  Dec 11, 2008

  Senior Political Scientist Evan S. Medeiros will present Asia Responds to China's Rise at a Congressional Briefing on December 11, 2008.

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  Insights Into Recent Armed Violence on the Open Seas

  Dec 9, 2008

  Senior Policy Analyst Peter Chalk presents Piracy and Armed Violence at Sea: How Can Policymakers Make the World's Oceans Safer? at a Congressional Briefing on December 9, 2008.

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  Congressional Panel Discussion Explores the Need for New Approaches to Preventing Nuclear Use

  Nov 17, 2008

  Senior Defense Analyst David Ochmanek will moderate a Panel Discussion on Deterrence: Past, Present, & Future on November 17, 2008.

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  The Challenge of Nuclear-Armed Regional Adversaries

  Aug 11, 2008

  RAND Senior Defense Analyst David Ochmanek will present The Challenge of Nuclear-Armed Regional Adversaries at a Congressional Briefing on August 11, 2008.

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  RAND Researchers Discuss Invisible Wounds of War

  Apr 28, 2008

  Lead authors Terri Tanielian and Lisa Jaycox will present Invisible Wounds of War: Psychological and Cognitive Injuries, Their Consequences, and Services to Assist Recovery at a RAND Congressional Briefing on April 28.

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  The Challenges of Insurgency in the 21st Century

  Feb 11, 2008

  RAND Senior Fellow David Gompert and Senior Policy Analyst John Gordon will present "War by Other Means—Building Complete and Balanced Capabilities for Counterinsurgency" at a RAND Congressional Briefing on February 11.

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  Built to Last: Planning and Funding Resilient Infrastructure

  Dec 6, 2019

  What can Congress do to encourage investments in resilient infrastructure? Debra Knopman and Sarah Weilant will discuss current and historical congressional spending on infrastructure, approaches to building resilience into transportation projects, and recommendations for policymakers. [Washington, D.C.]

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  Fixing What's Broken with Infrastructure Policy: Options for Congress

  Jan 24, 2018

  An infrastructure bill is on the agenda for Congress, but what problems would it fix? In a RAND Congressional Briefing, Debra Knopman will discuss policies that promote and deter investment and maintenance of water and transportation infrastructure.

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  A New Way to Pay for Transportation: Exploring a Shift from Fuel Taxes to Mileage-Based User Fees

  Jun 26, 2014

  Increasing fuel efficiency and the rise of alternative fuel vehicles that do not use gasoline have led to growing shortfalls in federal and state funding for surface transportation programs — shortfalls that are likely to become even more acute in coming years. In this Congressional Briefing, Liisa Ecola will discuss innovations in the use of mileage-based fees.

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  "Self Driving" Vehicles: Great Benefits, but Barriers to Widespread Adoption

  Mar 24, 2014

  After examining the advantages and disadvantages of autonomous vehicles, RAND researchers determined that the overall societal benefits of this new technology likely outweigh the disadvantages. Senior behavioral scientist James Anderson will present the study results.

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  The Future of Mobility: Transportation 2030

  Dec 3, 2013

  What will transportation look like in the United States in the year 2030? Multiple mobility scenarios are possible. Come hear how policymakers and planners can shape the future of mobility in the United States and what factors will influence the creation of the future transportation system.

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  Adapting to Climate Change on the Coast: Lessons from Louisiana for Federal Policy

  Jan 23, 2013

  What can be done to reduce the chances of widespread disaster when the next "Sandy" hits? Jordan Fischbach will discuss how climate change and other long-term challenges can affect coasts and the tools federal or state policymakers will need to address them.

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  A New Way to Pay for Transportation: Exploring a Shift from Fuel Taxes to Mileage-Based User Fees

  Apr 26, 2011

  Liisa Ecola discusses how to make up for the declining revenues generated by the federal fuel tax due to inflation and improved fuel economy.

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  Surface Transportation Finance: The End of User Financing or a New Beginning?

  Mar 8, 2010

  RAND experts will join senior Congressional staffers to discuss Surface Transportation Finance: The End of User Financing or a New Beginning? on March 8, 2010.

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  Symposium Will Cover the Importance of Freight Transportation to the U.S. Economy

  Jun 9, 2009

  This RAND Supply Chain Policy Center Symposium on Modernizing the U.S. Freight Transportation System for Future Economic Growth will present recent findings on supply chain sustainability, and will offer several promising policy and investment alternatives to address identified challenges.

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  Transportation Challenges Facing the New Administration

  Jan 28, 2009

  Director of RAND's Transportation, Space, and Technology Program Martin Wachs will moderate a panel discussion among three former U.S. Secretaries of Transportation on January 28, 2009.

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  Insights Into Recent Armed Violence on the Open Seas

  Dec 9, 2008

  Senior Policy Analyst Peter Chalk presents Piracy and Armed Violence at Sea: How Can Policymakers Make the World's Oceans Safer? at a Congressional Briefing on December 9, 2008.

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  The Current State of Railroad Capacity and Performance for Freight Transportation

  Sep 8, 2008

  RAND Policy Researcher Gary Willis will present Moving Ahead: Public Choices about U.S. Railroad Performance, Capacity and Cost at a Congressional Briefing on September 8, 2008.

Protecting US Passenger Rail Systems From Terrorism: Identifying Cost Effective Security Strategies

Presented by K. Jack Riley and Jeremy Wilson
December 11, 2007
2:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M.
2212 Rayburn House Office Building

Issues in Rebuilding Affordable Housing on The Mississippi Coast

Mark Bernstein from RAND will be one of the three panelists for the The Gulf Coast Recovery and Rebuilding Caucus
March 7, 2006
2:00 P.M. — 1:30 P.M.
2226 Rayburn House Office Building

Regulating Senior Drivers: Are New Policies Needed?

Presented by Seth Seabury
October 25, 2007
10 A.M. — 11:00 A.M.
304 Cannon House Office Building

Challenges Facing the Global Supply Chain

This event also introduces the new RAND Supply Chain Policy Center
May 17, 2007
8:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M.
419 Senate Dirksen Building

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  Meeting the Health Care Needs of America's Veterans

  Feb 18, 2016

  A team of RAND experts conducted three independent assessments of the Veterans Choice Act (enacted in 2014). Researchers explored the health needs of veterans, the VA's capacity to deliver care, and steps policymakers can take toward the goal of providing high-quality, timely, and accessible health care for veterans.

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  Hidden Heroes: America's Military Caregivers

  May 15, 2014

  Military caregivers play an essential role in caring for injured or wounded service members and veterans. Terri Tanielian and Rajeev Ramchand will present the challenges today's military caregivers face, and what Congress and others can do to support them.

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  VA Mental Health Care: How Good Is It and How Can We Make It Better?

  Dec 1, 2011

  In this December 2011 Congressional Briefing, Katherine Watkins discusses highlights and recommendations from her study on the VA's capacity to deliver care to veterans with mental health and substance use disorders and the quality of the care that is delivered.

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  The War Within: Preventing Suicide in the U.S. Military

  May 10, 2011

  RAND researchers will discuss findings and recommendations from their recent study on the growing rate of military suicides, including who is at risk for suicide and what the Department of Defense is doing to prevent it.

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  Diversity of Service Academy Entrants and Graduates

  Jun 23, 2010

  Sheila Nataraj Kirby will present findings from an assessment of U.S. Department of Defense recruiting efforts, admissions policies, graduation rates, and career success rates with respect to the diversity of service academy entrants and graduates, with remarks by Rep. Elijah Cummings and the Honorable Madeleine Bordallo.

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  Cash Incentives and Military Enlistment, Attrition, and Reenlistment

  Jun 14, 2010

  James Hosek and Beth Asch will describe the cost-effectiveness of increased U.S. Department of Defense spending on bonuses in regards to its impact on wartime military recruitment and retention efforts and on attrition.

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  The Impact of Deployment on Military Children

  Mar 1, 2010

  In 2009, about 2 million children in the United States had a parent in either the active or reserve component of the military. Anita Chandra will discuss the significant risk factors affecting these children, their implications, and the next steps required to better understand this timely and critical issue.

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  The Civilian Earnings of Reservists Following Deployment

  Nov 9, 2009

  Senior economist David Loughran will discuss The Impact of Deployment on the Post-Deployment Labor Market Earnings of Reserve Components on November 9, 2009.

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  Difficulties Guard and Reserve Families Face During Deployment

  Mar 9, 2009

  Forces and Resources Policy Center Associate Director Margaret C. Harrell and Pardee RAND Graduate School faculty member Laura Castaneda present Deployment Experiences of Guard and Reserve Families: Implications for Support and Retention on March 9, 2009.

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  RAND Researchers Discuss Invisible Wounds of War

  Apr 28, 2008

  Lead authors Terri Tanielian and Lisa Jaycox will present Invisible Wounds of War: Psychological and Cognitive Injuries, Their Consequences, and Services to Assist Recovery at a RAND Congressional Briefing on April 28.

Have Military Divorce Rates Increased Since 9/11?

Presented by Benjamin Karney
October 15, 2007
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
2212 Rayburn House Office Building

Improving Health Care: Lessons From The VA

In conjunction with the Department of Veterans Affairs and cosponsored by the 21st Century Health Care Caucus
Presented by Steven Asch
February 4, 2005
10:30 a.m. – Noon
1537 Longworth House Office Building