Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy

Behavioral Economics: Policy Applications and Practical Guidance for State and Local Initiatives

March 22, 2024

9:15 AM - 1:45 PM (EDT)

Past

Materials

About

In this one-day meeting, individuals engaged in the development of behavioral interventions at the state and local levels will have the opportunity to hear presentations from members of the authoring committee for Behavioral Economics: Policy Impact and Future Directions and other experts on applying insights from behavioral economics to their work, learn from the experiences of their peers, and engage in small group discussions about challenges they may be currently grappling with and possible strategies for addressing the challenges. Space is limited, and registration is required to attend.

Links to clips shown at workshop:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yoh_Bm02LoE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yogk26tBj_g

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Not Closed

Contact

Tina Winters

twinters@nas.edu

Location

National Academy of Sciences Building

2101 Constitution Ave NW

Washington DC 20418, USA

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Webinar

What is the Future of Behavioral Economics and Public Policy? Takeaways from Behavioral Economics: Policy Impact and Future Directions

September 29, 2023

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM (EDT)

Past

About

Behavioral economics, which integrates insights from psychology and economics, has had a growing influence on research and policy. The recently released National Academies’ consensus report Behavioral Economics: Policy Impact and Future Directions offers an overview of the field’s history and core principles, evidence-based strategies for policy and practice, guidance for strengthening the field and supporting the implementation of tested ideas in real-world settings, and directions for future research.

This webinar will feature a 20 minute presentation from Stefano DellaVigna (University of California, Berkeley, and member of the authoring committee for the report) sharing key takeaways from the report. Following the presentation, Katy Milkman (University of Pennsylvania, and member of the National Academies’ Board on Behavioral, Cognitive, and Sensory Sciences) will engage Stefano in a dialogue about his presentation and then will moderate 15 minutes of audience Q&A.

Co-Hosts:

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Not Closed

Contact

Tina Winters

twinters@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Webinar

Report Release: Behavioral Economics: Policy Impact and Future Directions

April 25, 2023

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT)

Past

About

Behavioral economics--a way of examining human behavior and decision making that integrates evidence from psychology and related fields with economics analysis--has had a growing influence on research and policy. A substantial array of tools has been developed based on well established findings about behavior, and they have been applied in the development of policies at multiple levels in the United States and around the world. A new report from the Board on Behavioral, Cognitive, and Sensory Sciences assesses applications of behavioral economics research in six public policy domains: health, retirement savings, social safety net benefits, education, criminal justice, and climate change. The report offers an overview of the field’s history and core principles, evidence-based strategies for policy and practice, guidance for strengthening the field and supporting the implementation of tested ideas in real-world settings, and directions for future research. Members of the committee who wrote the report will give an overview of the key issues, conclusions, and recommendations.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Not Closed

Contact

Alexandra Beatty

(202) 334-3473
abeatty@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy: Committee Meeting 5

November 30 - December 1, 2022

Past

About

The Committee on Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy will hold its fifth and final meeting from November 30 through December 1, 2022, and continue deliberations. This consensus study will examine the history and progress of the field of behavioral economics in order to assess future prospects for research and possible impacts on policy.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Alison Buttenheim
Robert Moffitt
Stefano DellaVigna
Catherine Eckel
Angela Fontes
Joshua Graff Zivin
Rachel Kranton
Leonard Lopoo
Eldar Shafir
Jennifer Trueblood
Kevin Volpp

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Review Report Chapters
Conclusions and Recommendations
Report Dissemination

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

Statement of Task
Updated Study Timeline

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

December 02, 2022

Contact

Molly Checksfield Dorries

(202) 334-3461
mdorries@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy: Committee Meeting 4 - Day 2

October 19, 2022

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EDT)

Past

About

On October 12 & 19, 2022 the Committee on Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy will hold its fourth meeting and continue its information gathering and deliberations. This consensus study will examine the history and progress of the field of behavioral economics in order to assess future prospects for research and possible impacts on policy.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Alison Buttenheim
Robert Moffitt
Stefano DellaVigna
Catherine Eckel
Angela Fontes
Joshua Graff Zivin
Rachel Kranton
Leonard Lopoo
Jennifer Trueblood
Kevin Volpp

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

• Statement of task and project timeline
• Discuss Commissioned Papers
• Plans for final meeting
• Topics for the committee's report
• Discussion on Report Review Process

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

• Agenda, committee/staff roster,
• Statement of task and timeline
• Background text and draft outlines for sections of the report
• Academies Review Process PPT

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

October 27, 2022

Contact

Molly Checksfield Dorries

(202) 334-3461
mdorries@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy- Committee Meeting 4- Day 1

October 12, 2022

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EDT)

Past

About

On October 12 & 19, 2022 the Committee on Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy will hold its fourth meeting and continue its information gathering and deliberations. This consensus study will examine the history and progress of the field of behavioral economics in order to assess future prospects for research and possible impacts on policy.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Alison Buttenheim
Robert Moffitt
Stefano DellaVigna
Catherine Eckel
Angela Fontes
Joshua Graff Zivin
Rachel Kranton
Leonard Lopoo
Eldar Shafir
Jennifer Trueblood
Kevin Volpp

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

• Statement of task and project timeline
• Discuss Commissioned Papers
• Plans for final meeting
• Topics for the committee's report

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

• Agenda, committee/staff roster,
• Statement of task and timeline
• Background text and draft outlines for sections of the report

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

October 27, 2022

Contact

Molly Checksfield Dorries

(202) 334-3461
mdorries@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy: Committee Meeting 3.75 - Report Progress Review

September 20, 2022

2:00 PM - 9:00 PM (EDT)

Past

About

The committee on Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy will have a brief meeting to review the progress of the report on September 20, 2022.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Alison Buttenheim
Robert Moffitt
Stefano DellaVigna
Catherine Eckel
Angela Fontes
Joshua Graff Zivin
Rachel Kranton
Leonard Lopoo
Eldar Shafir
Jennifer Trueblood

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Review on the progress of the report

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

Current Chapter Drafts

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

September 21, 2022

Contact

Molly Checksfield Dorries

(202) 334-3461
mdorries@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy: Committee Meeting 3.5- Report Check-In

August 15, 2022

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)

Past

About

The committee convened on August 15th from 3-5 pm to have a brief check-in on the progress of each chapter of the report.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Alison Buttenheim
Robert Moffitt
Angela Fontes
Joshua Graff Zivin
Rachel Kranton
Leonard Lopoo
Eldar Shafir
Jennifer Trueblood
Kevin Volpp

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Report Progress Updates

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

Chapter Drafts
Commissioned Paper Outlines

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

August 23, 2022

Contact

Molly Checksfield Dorries

(202) 334-3461
mdorries@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy: Committee Meeting 2

June 8 - 9, 2022

Past

About

On June 8-9, 2022 the Committee on Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy will hold its second meeting and continue its information gathering and deliberations. This consensus study will examine the history and progress of the field of behavioral economics in order to assess future prospects for research and possible impacts on policy.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Alison Buttenheim
Robert Moffitt
Stefano DellaVigna
Catherine Eckel
Angela Fontes
Rachel Kranton
Leonard Lopoo
Eldar Shafir
Jennifer Trueblood
Kevin Volpp

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

• Review report outline and discuss possible updates related to the statement of task
• July 18 -19 workshop planning
• Discuss report development process
• First look at conclusions and recommendations

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

• Report draft outline
• Study timeline
• Statement of Task
• The i-frame and the s-frame: How focusing on individual-level solutions has led behavioral public policy astray

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

June 23, 2022

Contact

Molly Checksfield Dorries

(202) 334-3461
mdorries@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy: Committee Meeting 1- Day 3

March 3, 2022

11:00 AM - 4:30 PM (EST)

Past

About

On February 17, March 1, and March 3, 2022, the Committee on Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy will hold its first meeting. This consensus study will review the evidence regarding the application of insights from behavioral economics to key public policy objectives, and examine past applications and controversies that have arisen as the field progressed. The committee's goal will be to develop guiding principles for applying behavioral economics research to policy, as well as a research program to support future progress, including possible avenues for collaboration across disciplines that could advance theory and method. There will be a short session open to the public on March 1, 2022, that will include the study sponsors providing introductory remarks, discussion, and committee member Q&A.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

• Alison Buttenheim
• Robert Moffitt
• Stefano DellaVigna
• Catherine Eckel
• Angela Fontes
• Joshua Graff Zivin
• Rachel Kranton
• Leonard Lopoo
• Eldar Shafir
• Stacey Sinclair
• Jennifer Trueblood
• Kevin Volpp

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

• Discuss preliminary report outline

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

• Agenda, committee/staff roster, and member bios
• Statement of task and timeline

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

March 03, 2022

Contact

Molly Checksfield

(202) 334-3461
mchecksfield@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting

Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy: Committee Meeting 1- Day 2

March 1, 2022

11:00 AM - 4:15 PM (EST)

Past

Agenda

Download the Agenda

About

On February 17, March 1, and March 3, 2022, the Committee on Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy will hold its first meeting. This consensus study will review the evidence regarding the application of insights from behavioral economics to key public policy objectives, and examine past applications and controversies that have arisen as the field progressed. The committee's goal will be to develop guiding principles for applying behavioral economics research to policy, as well as a research program to support future progress, including possible avenues for collaboration across disciplines that could advance theory and method. There will be a short session open to the public on March 1, 2022, that will include the study sponsors providing introductory remarks, discussion, and committee member Q&A.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

• Alison Buttenheim
• Robert Moffitt
• Stefano DellaVigna
• Catherine Eckel
• Angela Fontes
• Joshua Graff Zivin
• Rachel Kranton
• Leonard Lopoo
• Eldar Shafir
• Stacey Sinclair
• Jennifer Trueblood
• Peter Ubel
• Kevin Volpp

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

• Committee conflict of interest and bias discussion
• Committee debrief on Open Session

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

• Agenda, committee/staff roster, and member bios
• Statement of task and timeline

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

March 03, 2022

Contact

Molly Checksfield

(202) 334-3461
mchecksfield@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy: Meeting 1-Day 1

February 17, 2022

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EST)

Past

About

On February 17, March 1, and March 3, 2022, the Committee on Future Directions for Applying Behavioral Economics to Policy will hold its first meeting. This consensus study will review the evidence regarding the application of insights from behavioral economics to key public policy objectives, and examine past applications and controversies that have arisen as the field progressed. The committee's goal will be to develop guiding principles for applying behavioral economics research to policy, as well as a research program to support future progress, including possible avenues for collaboration across disciplines that could advance theory and method. There will be a short session open to the public on March 1, 2022, that will include the study sponsors providing introductory remarks, discussion, and committee member Q&A.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

• Alison Buttenheim
• Robert Moffitt
• Stefano DellaVigna
• Catherine Eckel
• Angela Fontes
• Joshua Graff Zivin
• Rachel Kranton
• Leonard Lopoo
• Eldar Shafir
• Stacey Sinclair
• Jennifer Trueblood
• Peter Ubel
• Kevin Volpp

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

• Overview of National Academies and Consensus Studies
• Overview of Study and Timeline
• Overview Statement of Task

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

• Agenda, committee/staff roster, and member bios
• Statement of task and timeline

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

March 03, 2022

Contact

Molly Checksfield

(202) 334-3461
mchecksfield@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

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Behavioral Economics: Policy Applications and Practical Guidance for State and Local Initiatives

What is the Future of Behavioral Economics and Public Policy? Takeaways from Behavioral Economics: Policy Impact and Future Directions

Report Release: Behavioral Economics: Policy Impact and Future Directions

Workshop on Behavioral Economics: Exploring Applications and Research Methods