Recently, the CDC released provisional data showing that, in 2023, the U.S. birth rate declined to its lowest level in history. This data point is the most recent in a trend of falling U.S. fertility rates since 2007, the onset of the Great Recession. Observers have noted that low fertility—and the aging population that it…
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Funding for Tribes in the Inflation Reduction Act
Download the Inflation Reduction Act Tribal Guidebook Tribal Nations are on the frontlines of climate change, which threatens Tribal homelands, food sources, cultural resources, and sacred ways of life. Native communities have faced chronic underinvestment for generations, and climate impacts—including drought, wildfires, rising sea levels, and extreme weather events—have exacerbated pre-existing challenges and inequities. The…
Readout of Roundtable on Capital Access for Small Businesses
Yesterday, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) Isabel Guzmán, the Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo, American Rescue Plan Coordinator Gene Sperling, and Deputy Director of the National Economic Council Bharat Ramamurti were joined by U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper (D-CO) and small business leaders, advocates, and mission lenders with particular expertise in…
A Proclamation on National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, 2024
I have often said that God made man, and then made firefighters. Their extraordinary courage embodies the best of America — with every call they answer, they put their lives on the line to keep the rest of us safe. It is more than what they do; it is who they are. This weekend,…
A Proclamation on National Teacher Appreciation Day and National Teacher Appreciation Week, 2024
Teachers are the heart and soul of our Nation. They care for our Nation’s students, pass on knowledge to rising generations, and inspire our children to dream up new possibilities for their futures. The power of a great teacher is profound, and — on National Teacher Appreciation Day and during National Teacher Appreciation…
Advancing Equity and Racial Justice Through the Federal Government
“It is therefore the policy of my Administration that the Federal Government should pursue a comprehensive approach to advancing equity for all, including people of color and others who have been historically underserved, marginalized, and adversely affected by persistent poverty and inequality. Affirmatively advancing equity, civil rights, racial justice, and equal opportunity is the responsibility…
Remarks by President Biden on the American Rescue Plan
Rose Garden 2:44 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. Thank you, Kamala. You know, when I look out over what happened the last 50 days when Jill and I first got a chance to move into this magnificent building behind you, I promised the American people — and I guess this is becoming an overused…
This Mother’s Day, More Moms Back at Work, but Care Challenges Remain
Post-pandemic, mothers have reengaged with the labor force thanks to the robust recovery and ARP, but childcare challenges remain.
A Proclamation on World Autism Acceptance Day, 2024
America was founded on the idea that all people are created equal and deserve to be treated equally throughout their lives. Today, we champion the equal rights and dignity of the millions of Americans on the autism spectrum, and we celebrate the immense contributions of all neurodiverse people, whose perspectives and experiences make…
OMB Releases Annual Data Showing Continued Progress in Reducing Improper Payments Across the Federal Government
Today, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is releasing its annual data on improper payments, which shows a reduction Government-wide. This critical milestone demonstrates the integrity of Government programs while ensuring that Government continues to work better for the American people. The improper and insufficient documentation payment rate in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 was…
