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The Final Reconciliation Package: Implementation of Key Provisions

On July 4, 2025, H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, was signed into law. The implementation dates for key health care provisions in the law vary, with some taking effect immediately upon passage and others being implemented over several years. This resource details key dates for the implementation of the law’s most significant health care provisions. 

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Deadlines in Health-Related Executive Orders and Presidential Memoranda

This GIH policy resource details many of the health-related executive orders issued by the administration and includes a calendar of upcoming implementation deadlines.

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The Children’s Foundation

“Action is where philanthropy demonstrates its true value. At the Children’s Foundation, this means supporting community-led solutions, participating in collaborative funding efforts, and advocating for policies that strengthen public health, uplift nonprofit partners, and reinforce the philanthropic sector. Action requires transparency, trust, and long-term commitment.”

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2025 Congressional Calendar

Developed in collaboration with Leavitt Partners, this calendar tracks when each house of congress will be in session in 2025.

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Policy Resource: Overview of Congressional Staff and Member Outreach

Developed in collaboration with Leavitt Partners, this resource provides a detailed overview of how congressional offices, committees, and leadership are staffed. In addition, it provides recommended best practices for meeting with Members of Congress and their staff.

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Policy Resource: Overview of the 119th Congress

Developed in collaboration with Leavitt Partners, this resource provides a detailed overview of the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate, including leadership in both houses and key committee and subcommittee members.

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Reports and Publications

Raising the Value of Philanthropy

This report, based on a series of interviews with leaders in health philanthropy, focuses on the characteristics of foundation programs and assessment strategies that appear to be most effective.  It considers some of the seminal challenges facing the field and offers insights on operational structures and styles.

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A Profile of New Health Foundations, March 2001

This March 2001 GIH report profiles new health foundations.

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Building Consensus Around a Health Funding Agenda

This GIH Issue Focus explores consensus building as a critical means of effective problem solving in society.

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Trustee Resources

Explore this page to browse resources, publications, and events related to foundation trustees.