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Committee for Economic Development

Reasoned solutions in the nation’s interest

Policy Issues

CED Trustees − leading CEOs and Board Directors − guide CED's trusted research and development of solutions in the nation's interest.

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Technology & Innovation

US leadership in technology has fueled prosperity, but technology’s rapid advance presents challenges. CED helps guide the action needed to ensure the US continues as a leading hub for tech innovation.

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Climate, Energy & Nature

Climate change threatens global security, economic prosperity, and public health. CED works to determine goals, principles, and policies to guide climate strategy.

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Workforce

American prosperity hinges on equal opportunity for all Americans and a workforce skilled for a 21st century economy. CED explores solutions such as developing in-demand skills and reforming the immigration system.

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Fiscal Health

Fiscal responsibility is a critical issue for the US and threatens economic growth and prosperity. CED develops solutions to the US outsized national debt through responsible fiscal policies and budget reform.

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Health Care

To address rising health care costs, low-quality care, and inadequate access, CED advances recommendations for market-based and consumer-driven health care reform.

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Smart Regulation

CED seeks to foster economic growth while protecting the public welfare. It develops and builds on the principles outlined in CED’s book, Smart Regulation.

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Infrastructure

Modern, effective infrastructure is essential for national commerce and shared prosperity. CED undertakes research to guide the delivery of cutting-edge infrastructure on a sustainable basis.

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GeoEconomics

CED analyzes and develops solutions to the challenges to US economic competitiveness, global economic leadership, and international trade.

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Women in Corporate Leadership

Through our Women in Corporate Leadership initiatives, CED works with business leaders to promote the representation of women in leadership roles through research and outreach.

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Education

CED’s education work addresses the entire learning continuum and develops recommendations to improve the quality and access of early childhood education, K-12 and post-secondary education and training.

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Renewing Cities: NYC as a Model

CED’s Taskforce on Renewing Cities: NYC as a Model utilizes the expertise of its Trustees to provide solutions on how NYC can overcome pandemic challenges.

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Sustaining Democratic Institutions

Challenges to US democratic institutions are cause for concern. To ensure the vitality of our democracy, CED engages in research and outreach focused on restoring bipartisanship.

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Civil & Just Society

CED contributes to The Conference Board initiatives to convene CEOs to take actionable steps to address the underlying challenges of racism, economic opportunity and more.

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