The coronavirus outbreak poses a tremendous challenge to California, the nation, and the global community. PPIC’s analyses examine the impacts of COVID-19 and how policy choices and other actions can help address them.
From our blog
How Will the Coronavirus Affect California’s Economy?
The effects of COVID-19 on the state’s economy will be substantial, with a particularly large impact among certain occupations and regions. Learn More
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Wastewater Treatment Kills Most Pathogens, Including COVID-19 Virus
April 13 2020
Californians reuse treated wastewater for water supply, to irrigate crops, and to support freshwater ecosystems. We talked to two experts about managing coronavirus in the “sewershed.”
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Remote Learning for English Learners and Special Needs Students during COVID-19
April 10 2020
As districts across California roll out distance learning plans, educators must develop alternate methods to effectively serve English Learners and students with special needs.
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Displaced by COVID-19: Moving Out of College Housing
April 10 2020
Moving students out of campus housing is necessary to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, but most students are now farther from academic support and other important services.
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Unemployment Benefits in the COVID-19 Pandemic
April 9 2020
Nearly 2 million unemployment insurance claims have been filed in California over the past three weeks. What kind of benefits can these newly unemployed workers receive?
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Online Medical Care during COVID-19
April 8 2020
The central role of telehealth services during the pandemic makes addressing disparities in online access especially important.