Public Policy Blog.
Open States Is Now Plural!
Making democracy more accessible and transparent is at the core of our mission. This month, Open States will relaunched under the Plural brand, with a more powerful set of features. If you already have an Open States account, you will still be able to access your existing account. However, we recommend switching over to the new and more powerful tools available at Plural in early July.
Need to Know: The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
The passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act was the culmination of nearly a decade of negotiations over investments in America’s infrastructure. Debates over the bill dominated much of President Biden’s first year in the White House. The debates, negotiations and passage of the Act were just the beginning, though — once it did become law, individuals, businesses, states and municipalities were all eager to learn how they could benefit from the bill.
Prove Your Worth: Pro Tips for Creating a Legislative Report
Creating a legislative report is key to proving the impact of your role, your team and your organization. It showcases the tangible results of your work to your board, stakeholders and community members. PLUS: Need help getting started? Download our end-of-session report template today!
Need to Know: The Federal Debt Ceiling
Once every few years, we hear politicians and the media begin talk about the debt limit, also known as the debt ceiling. Amidst the chaos of what can seem like a regularly-scheduled financial crisis, it’s easy to lose track of what is actually being debated. Read on to learn what exactly the debt limit is, why approaching or breaching the limit could be risky, and how the 2023 debt limit negotiations fit in.
Building an Effective Tech Stack for Your Advocacy Organization
Leading an advocacy organization involves countless tasks and responsibilities. Leaders can streamline their work by utilizing advocacy technology solutions to optimize their workflow.
Honoring the Contributions of the LGBTQIA+ Community to Our Democracy
This month, we honor the bravery and resilience of the queer community. Plural stands committed to preserving and protecting the invaluable benefits that diversity brings to our democracy.
How to Lobby at the State Level
Lobbyists, in essence, are messengers who work to convey their concerns, ideas, and policy suggestions to elected officials, legislative staff, and other political decision-makers.
2023 End of Session Report | Texas Legislature
Throughout this year’s legislative session, Texas passed 512 bills out of the 10,322 introduced that focused on economic investments, education, and healthcare.
Understanding the Federal Budget Process
The constant evolution of the budget process, coupled with how much of the negotiations happen behind closed doors, can make following the process intimidating. But the outsized impact of these large legislative packages, along with the regularity with which Congress must engage in this process, makes following the budget essential. Understanding the key steps in this process will put you on the right path to being the budget expert in your organization.
Plural for Membership Organizations
As a membership organization, your role is twofold: providing value to your members and retaining, as well as increasing, membership engagement. Software and technological infrastructure solutions like Plural give membership organizations a strategic edge with AI driven regulatory, federal, and state public policy insights.
What Is a Grassroots Organization?
Grassroots organizations are groups of people working together to advocate for a cause in order to create change, or a positive impact. These organizations can be local, state, national or international organizations advocating for change with leaders that may range from teenagers to the elderly, what makes grassroots organizations is the actions of ordinary people working to do extraordinary feats.
Takeaways from The Movement Conference 2023: Leveraging Technology for Impact
Earlier this month, The Movement Conference brought together a community of changemakers, activists, and mission-driven organizations with a strong focus on leveraging technology for impact. Read the Plural Team’s key takeaways from the event.
