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PL SC 404: Analyzing Public Policy in the American States

Policy Reports and Working Papers

Writing White Papers

Finding white papers: White papers may be written by organizations seeking to influence policy or by those doing research for members of the legislature. Begin by identifying your target area for research, and then seek out organizations in that area. For example, the Pennsylvania State Education Association produces white papers on various topics of concern to educators and legislators in the state of Pennsylvania.