Code for America CEO Amanda Renteria on partially funding SNAP, "Every single day of delay means more suffering, more hunger, more desperation. This isn't complicated–fund the program fully and do it today. Anything less is a choice to let Americans go hungry." Read more here https://bit.ly/4oofDAo

FormFest 2025 was packed with big ideas + bold solutions for the future of digital government. 🚀

Relive the highlights

The IRS is asking people once again their opinion on an IRS-provided tax filing tool even though 94% of Direct File users rated it as "excellent" or "above average." Learn more about this new survey and our work to expand, not replace, Direct File. bit.ly/3K45uJE

Work requirements don’t have to mean more red tape.

👉 Automate data sharing
👉 Simplify reporting
👉 Put people before paperwork

These principles can turn a compliance exercise into an opportunity to build trust and deliver benefits with dignity.

Read more: codeforamerica.org/news/three-p...

AI-powered systems rely on consistent, clean, and reliable data to be effective. As government agencies explore how to integrate these systems into their work, we put together a four-step guide to ensure data systems are AI-ready. Is your data ready? hubs.ly/Q03Bm1Xh0

Next Friday is the last day to submit your session proposal for #FormFest2025! It’s the perfect place to share how you’ve used forms to improve government. Learn more about the Call for Proposals and submit yours today: hubs.ly/Q03wfX7K0
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#FormFest2025 Call for Proposals is now open! Help us improve the future of government form design and service delivery by sharing your innovative ideas and best practices. Submit your proposals for a virtual session by July 18.
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🚨Save the date! Join us on Sep 30 for #FormFest2025—the ultimate deep-dive into government’s favorite online tool.

🗓️Call for proposals opens June 30.

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Whether we’re simplifying tax filing, automating Medicaid renewal, or advancing Clean Slate policies, we remain dedicated to making government more effective, equitable, and accessible for all.

Explore more impactful #civictech projects at hubs.ly/Q03ry7BX0

Summit 2025 might be over, but planning for next year’s event has already begun. Make a note to join us in Chicago next May for Summit 2026! This will be our first time hosting in the “Windy City.”