Maps for Data-Driven Policy

Policy maps clearly show where there are opportunities to intervene.
This site is dedicated to raising the level of spatial and data literacy used in public policy. We invite you to explore curated content, training, best practices, and datasets that can provide a baseline for your research, analysis, and policy recommendations.

Emerging Policy Questions & Solution Approaches

Gain inspiration from forward-thinking organizations and policy analysts tackling today’s community challenges.

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A Data-Driven GIS Map of Interim and Supportive Housing

Web Map

This map shows broadband availability from census blocks to state. When zoomed in to a local level, the Census populated places layer pop-up calculates for each feature, on the fly, the population weighted broadband score for the area, population served by speed, and breakdown by race/ethnicity.

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This powerful success story shows how the use of GIS helped advocates pass new legislation for faster ALS therapies and expanding access to care to those who need it most.

What can I learn about my community from the 2020 Census?

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