Living Wage Laws: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

[Excerpt] Although most communities that have considered living wage proposals have adopted them, questions invariably arise about the desirability and effectiveness of these ordinances as public policy tools and the relation of such measures to local economic development. Here are some frequently asked questions and answers about living wage ordinances

21st Annual Idaho Public Policy Survey

The Public Policy Center has conducted a statewide, survey of Idaho citizens for 20 years. This survey is meant to identify opinions about a variety of public policy concerns. The study is provided to the public–including officials and interested citizens–to facilitate policy discussion and education. This survey of 1,000 Idaho adults was conducted January 11-15, 2016. The survey standard error is +/-3.10

Should self-citations be included or excluded from measures of academic performance?

There has been much discussion over how useful citation metrics, like Google Scholar’s H-index, really are and to what extent they can be gamed. Specifically there appears to be concern over the practice of self-citation as it varies widely between disciplines. So what should academics make of self-citations? Referring back to our Handbook on Maximising the Impact of Your Research, the Public Policy Group assess the key issues and advise that self-citations by researchers and teams are a perfectly legitimate and relevant aspect of disciplinary practice. But individuals should take care to ensure their own self-citation rate is not above the average for their particular discipline

Institute for Public Policy National Poll - January 2018

The Sacred Heart University Institute for Public Policy leveraged quantitative research through a multi-mode methodology to address the following areas of investigation: Thoughts on the quality of life in Connecticut Satisfaction with the resolution of the State\u27s budget crisis Opinions of how the State might continue to improve this budget crisis Thoughts on the State of Connecticut\u27s economy and areas for improvement Support of the nonprofit sector and charitable organizations Demographic profiles of respondent

Institute for Public Policy National Poll - February 2021

The Sacred Heart University Institute for Public Policy leveraged a dual-methodology quantitative research approach to address the following areas of investigation: Thoughts on the quality of life in Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont’s job approval ratings Sentiment regarding the legalization of Marijuana Thoughts on COVID-19 and the distribution of the vaccine Thoughts on public health insurance in Connecticut Thoughts on COVID-19 distribution Thoughts on current Connecticut state-funded pensions Demographic profiles of respondent

Institute for Public Policy National Poll - January 2020

The Sacred Heart University Institute for Public Policy leveraged a dual-methodology quantitative research approach to address the following areas of investigation: Thoughts on the quality of life in Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont’s job approval ratings Awareness of Lamont’s new transportation proposal Opinions toward the implementation of a truck-only tolling system Perceptions of utility prices in Connecticut Opinions regarding an Economic Development Charge Perceptions of the strength of Connecticut’s economy Awareness of and opinions with impeachment hearings Ranking of 2020 Presidential election candidates Demographic profiles of respondent

Institute for Public Policy National Poll - May 2021

The Sacred Heart University Institute for Public Policy leveraged a dual-methodology quantitative research approach to address the following areas of investigation: Thoughts on the quality of life in Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont’s job approval ratings Sentiment regarding the legalization of Marijuana Thoughts on COVID-19 and distribution of the vaccine Thoughts on public health insurance in Connecticut Thoughts on current Connecticut state-funded pensions Demographic profiles of respondent

Evaluation of Nebraska’s Problem-Solving Courts

From March 2010 through December 2011, the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center conducted an evaluation of Nebraska’s problem solving courts. Main findings include the following: Nebraska’s problem solving courts are effectively operated, following the ten key components for drug courts, thereby reducing crime and addiction and improving the lives of participants Graduation rates for Nebraska drug courts match or exceed national drug court rates Costs for Nebraska programs are comparable to costs for drug courts across the country Nebraska drug court programs are cost efficient, saving between $2,609,235 and$9,722,920 in tax dollars per year Problem solving courts in Nebraska are serving moderate to high need offenders, the type of offenders most appropriate for drug court services Nebraska drug courts are serving a diversity of offenders, with few disparities based on race, ethnicity, and gender Education and employment skills are emphasized in problem solving courts, which lead to successful outcomes for participant

Institute for Public Policy National Poll - January 2022

The Sacred Heart University Institute for Public Policy leveraged a quantitative research approach to address the following areas of investigation: Thoughts and beliefs regarding the January 6 U.S. Capitol riot Sentiments surrounding the U.S. Supreme Court Understanding of, and beliefs around, Critical Race Theory Sentiments and habits around charitable contributions Thoughts on school policies regarding transgender students Demographic profiles of respondent