• Helping democratic institutions keep pace with a rapidly changing world

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Governing Capacity & Technology

Through technical assistance, research, prototyping, and maintaining collaborative communities of practice, POPVOX Foundation helps governments understand and incorporate emerging technologies into their work.

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Legislative Strengthening

POPVOX Foundation supports global democratic resilience by helping legislatures leverage emerging technologies and open data platforms to modernize legislative workflows, enhance real-time information sharing, and ensure data sovereignty.

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Constituent Engagement

POPVOX Foundation helps legislators in the US and abroad better connect with their constituents to ensure public policies prioritize public needs and reinvigorate civic participation in the democratic process.

Recent Events

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A CapitolStrong Thank You!
Dec 3
A CapitolStrong Thank You!

Join POPVOX Foundation, CapitolStrong, and partner organizations for coffee, snacks, and a moment to recharge as we say thank you for the work you’ve put in this year.

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AI and Congress: Practical Steps to Govern and Prepare
Nov 17
AI and Congress: Practical Steps to Govern and Prepare

Join POPVOX Foundation for an intimate, nonpartisan discussion that cuts through the hype to focus on how Congressional staff can be prepared to advise their boss and engage with constituents as AI is increasingly integrated into American life.

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Artificial Intelligence and Parliamentary Modernization
Oct 7
Artificial Intelligence and Parliamentary Modernization

The Digital Parliaments Project is a new global initiative to equip parliaments with the data standards, tools, and training they need to thrive in the age of AI.

This side event at the Open Government Partnership Global Summit will formally launch the project and bring together MPs from across Latin America, Europe, Africa, and Asia to exchange perspectives on AI and openness in legislatures.

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Anticipating Casework III: Navigating Consumer Protection Casework
Sep 25
Anticipating Casework III: Navigating Consumer Protection Casework

Constituent complaints involving private companies can be some of the most confusing and “grey-area” casework — but there are clear avenues to direct some of these inquiries to appropriate government agencies, including the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. In this webinar, we’ll hear from former CFPB and FTC CTO Erie Meyer about how these agencies handle consumer complaints, and what Congressional offices should know about the landscape of government resources for consumer protection.

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Crafting Legislation with Implementation in Mind
Jul 24
Crafting Legislation with Implementation in Mind

Join the Niskanen Center and POPVOX Foundation for a virtual discussion on how to level up your bill writing before the August recess, and learn about tools you can use to write a great first draft.

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POPVOX Foundation 2025: A Transformative Year
POPVOX Foundation 2025: A Transformative Year

POPVOX Foundation’s 2025 year-in-review highlights a transformative year advancing AI-ready legislatures in the US and around the world — strengthening Congressional capacity, modernizing casework and data infrastructure, and building global partnerships to help democratic institutions keep pace with rapidly evolving technology.

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Seasonal Greetings and a 2025 Recap
Seasonal Greetings and a 2025 Recap

ModParl closes out 2025 with a practical example of AI in action, spotlighting Anguilla’s House of Assembly and its new AI-powered Hansard and legislative website. We also look back on a year of legislative modernization — from Europe to Africa and Asia.

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Simply Having a Wonderful Congress-time
Simply Having a Wonderful Congress-time

Wrapping up 2025 on Capitol Hill by highlighting a year of Congressional modernization, AI shaping the future of legislatures, new constituent service tools, and leadership transitions. Plus, holiday cheer, campus updates, and a look ahead to 2026’s big tech initiatives like the White House Genesis Mission and agentic AI at federal agencies.

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AI in Parliaments is a Journey, Not a Switch
AI in Parliaments is a Journey, Not a Switch

A conversation with Andy Williamson of the Inter-Parliamentary Union examines why adopting AI in parliaments is a gradual institutional journey. Centered on the new Maturity Framework for AI in Parliaments, the conversation explores how legislatures can assess readiness, build governance and capacity, and focus on democratic impact while learning from peer institutions.

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Finding Good Work Worth Doing
Finding Good Work Worth Doing

This year-end edition of Casework Navigator reflects on the everyday reality of Congressional casework while sharing the latest casework news and federal agency developments.

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Public Witness Testimony on Modernizing Constituent Engagement Through Emerging Technology
Public Witness Testimony on Modernizing Constituent Engagement Through Emerging Technology

On December 17, 2025, POPVOX Foundation Director of Global Initiatives Aubrey Wilson submitted testimony to the Committee on House Administration’s Subcommittee on Modernization and Innovation on how emerging technologies — particularly AI — are reshaping constituent engagement in legislatures around the world and what lessons the US House can draw from these efforts.

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Parliaments as Living Information Systems
Parliaments as Living Information Systems

A global shift is underway as AI pushes parliaments to evolve from paper-bound institutions into fully digital, adaptive information systems. This post explores why past tech waves fell short, what today’s “pacing problem” means for democracy, and how coordinated international action can drive genuine digital transformation.

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Why Teletownhalls Aren’t a Cop Out
Why Teletownhalls Aren’t a Cop Out

A deep dive into how teletownhalls, modern outreach tactics, and the limits of Congressional tech shape how Members connect with the people they serve — featuring an inside-the-weeds conversation with Ashley Julyan of the AEJ Group on what actually drives constituent engagement at scale.

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A Morning of Gratitude for Hill Staff from POPVOX Foundation and CapitolStrong
A Morning of Gratitude for Hill Staff from POPVOX Foundation and CapitolStrong

POPVOX Foundation and CapitolStrong hosted a thank you event for Congressional staff, offering coffee, treats, and a visit from therapy dog Teddy. Over 100 staffers joined to recharge and connect after a busy year, highlighting the coalition’s support for the people who keep Congress running.

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Featured Projects & Resources

  • Artificial Intelligence for the Legislative Branch

    Information-sharing and best practices for automated technologies in the Legislative branch

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  • Casework Resources

    Webinars, workshops, resources, and research on the state of casework today, and the future of constituent service in a landscape of rapidly-evolving technology and expectations of government

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  • ModParl

    Modern Parliament (“ModParl”) is a newsletter from POPVOX Foundation that provides insights into the evolution of legislative institutions worldwide.

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  • Voice/Mail

    Voice/Mail is a newsletter about how people and their governments talk to each other.

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  • Future-Proofing Congress

    Future-Proofing Congress” is a newsletter created for the busy Congressional staffer to keep you updated (and inspired!) about operational improvements and new resources on and off the Hill.

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  • Outcomes-Driven Legislation

    Resources for Members and Congressional staff on policymaking in the post-Chevron landscape

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