Policy & Outreach

Throughout the year, MAP mobilized leaders in our network to strengthen our democratic institutions, bring equity to our justice systems, build more resilient communities through improved energy infrastructure, and reimagine the future of work. Innovative policy solutions are a powerful tool to bridge political divides, especially amongst young legislators, and MAP supports this critical work by: sourcing notable legislative approaches, disseminating best practices, convening subject matter experts, and facilitating dialogue amongst policymakers on issues of critical importance.

SPOTLIGHT: STRENGTHENING DEMOCRACY

EXPLORING RANKED CHOICE VOTING

Convened legislators and experts from Utah, Virginia, Alaska, and New Mexico to address how ranked choice voting measures can be an effective nonpartisan tool to form a more representative government

DRAWING THE LINES

Engaged experts from the Campaign Legal Center to help young legislators understand the history, need, and process for redistricting as well as identify legislative solutions to draw more fair maps

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Equipped young legislators with “Post-2020 Election Talking Points” to rebuild faith in the security of American elections

CURATING ELECTION POLICIES

Identified bipartisan legislative packages that address issues relating to election security and ballot access to inspire and share effective practices across state lines

In April, four members of the Illinois Future Caucus convened a town hall, inviting constituents to get civically engaged and emphasizing the importance of building bipartisan coalitions to restore faith in our democratic institutions.

MILESTONE: PURSUING JUSTICE

The Criminal Justice Reform Advisory Council celebrates one year

The Criminal Justice Reform (CJR) Advisory Council set out to educate, engage, and mobilize young state legislators across our network to work to improve the criminal justice system through:

Sentencing Reform | Court Fees and Fine | Recidivism Reduction | Justice Reinvestment

Led by Representative Leslie Herod (D-CO) and Speaker Pro Tempore Tanner Magee (R-LA), the CJR Advisory Council mobilized legislators in Ohio, Tennessee, Georgia, Wisconsin, Colorado, Oregon, Illinois, Oklahoma, and Louisiana by successfully identifying, supporting, and advancing 14 legislative actions.

Co-Chair | Rep. Leslie Herod (D-CO)

Co-Chair | Speaker Pro Tempore Tanner Magee (R-LA)

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States and Congress tracked for developments in policy and legislation

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Policy resources published

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Virtual policy convenings held

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Resource campaign on Strengthening Democracy

POLICY PARTNERSHIPS

In 2021, MAP deepened collaborations with stakeholders and leaders to advance solutions in issue areas critical to the youngest generations of Americans. From think tanks to institutions of higher learning, and others driving the pursuit of solutions forward, we invested in relationships that will allow leaders of the future to build a more representative government, strengthen local economies, and create thriving communities. Our partnerships helped explore questions big and small, from measuring the impact of next-generation technologies on jobs and climate resiliency, to uplifting stories of people who have benefited from efforts to improve outcomes in the criminal justice system, how to depolarize election policy debates and focus on pragmatic solutions, and more. Together, we ensure that MAP is on the cutting edge of discovering, testing, and amplifying the solutions that will bring together diverse coalitions and help solve our biggest challenges.

MAP X FUTURE OF WORK

In 2021, MAP partnered with the Kauffman Foundation to raise the visibility of barriers to entrepreneurs and small businesses that can be solved through good legislation. Additionally, MAP laid the groundwork to launch a new Future of Work policy vertical with support from the Omidyar network. We look forward to seeing this program evolve in 2022.

MAP X MICROGRIDS

MAP commissioned a report, alongside the Civil Society Institute and RMI, showing the lasting impact on local economies and job growth from investing in renewable energy, battery storage and controls for microgrids. The culmination of this once-in-a-generation report is a result of years working together with these institutions and a shared commitment to clean energy and a sustainable environment.