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George W. Bush Institute
2025 Policy Recommendations

The George W. Bush Institute is committed to offering Americans sound policy recommendations on a range of domestic and global priorities that will pave the way to a brighter future.

As we prepare for President Donald J. Trump’s inauguration, we have outlined a series of policy briefs for his new administration and the newly convened 119th Congress which reflect the values that guide the Bush Institute’s work: freedom, opportunity, accountability, and compassion.

The recommendations include insights on fixing our broken immigration system, making sure our students and veterans have the tools they need to succeed in their next stages in life, and tackling rising U.S. housing prices. We discuss how to do the right thing in Ukraine, develop a sound international trade policy, and enhance engagement in both the Western Hemisphere and Africa. We also outline how to use economic statecraft to impose effective costs against U.S. adversaries and how to combat the rising axis of China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.

At the same time, we urge Congress and the Trump Administration to recommit to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a program that has saved about 26 million lives and prevented 7.8 million babies from contracting HIV/AIDS in the past 22 years.

We hope that these ideas will help our nation and our world ensure opportunity for all, strengthen our democracy, and advance free societies.


Sincerely,

David J. Kramer
Executive Director of the Bush Institute

Read our recommendations

Getting Ukraine right

We must ramp up support for Ukraine to help it defeat Russia’s brutal military campaign.

Reforming our immigration system to maximize America’s potential

Our outdated immigration system needs a top-to-bottom overhaul to benefit our 21st century economy.

Trade and industrial policy for all Americans

How to expand economic opportunity and well-being for all working Americans.

Tackling migration: Strengthening democracy in the Western Hemisphere

We can’t ignore the problems plaguing our neighbors if we want to secure our borders and thrive economically.

America's housing crisis: A federal policy agenda for expanding supply and affordability

How to tackle housing inflation that’s causing significant hardship for millions of Americans.

Countering the China, Russia, Iran, North Korea challenge

We must prioritize democracy and human rights around the world to reduce the influence of these authoritarian regimes.

Helping veterans achieve their potential with higher education resources

Gaps in support can hinder a veteran’s ability to thrive academically and reintegrate successfully.

Ensuring PEPFAR’s success beyond 2030

The President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief has saved approximately 26 million lives over 22 years and prevented 7.8 million babies from contracting HIV, but the work isn’t done.

Reprioritizing engagement in Africa while countering Russian and Chinese influence

We must empower youth and advance freedom and opportunity in the continent with the world’s youngest and fastest-growing population.

Strong public schools need strong accountability policy

It’s critical for school leaders to prepare students to contribute to society and our economy.

Assessments play an important role in serving students

These measures of readiness tell us what our kids know.

Economic statecraft: The United States must bolster its economic tools to enhance national security

Sanctions and export controls aren’t the only methods we can use to combat adversarial countries.

Read our recommendations

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About the George W. Bush Institute

The George W. Bush Institute is a solution-oriented nonpartisan policy organization focused on ensuring opportunity for all, strengthening democracy, and advancing free societies. Housed within the George W. Bush Presidential Center, the Bush Institute is rooted in compassionate conservative values and committed to creating positive, meaningful, and lasting change at home and abroad. We utilize our unique platform and convening power to advance solutions to national and global issues of the day. Learn more at www.bushcenter.org.


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