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Add blog post explaining OBBBA modeling methodology #2705

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@MaxGhenis

Summary

Create a comprehensive blog post/report explaining how PolicyEngine models the Old-Age, Blind, and Disabled Basic Assistance (OBBBA) program.

Content to Include

The report should cover:

  1. Policy Rules Captured

    • Eligibility criteria we model
    • Benefit calculation methodology
    • Interaction with other programs (SSI, etc.)
    • Any simplifications or assumptions made
  2. Data Sources

    • Primary data sources used for OBBBA modeling
    • How we handle data limitations
    • Any imputation methods used
  3. Calibration Methodology

    • How we calibrate benefit losses to CBO's projections
    • Specific CBO estimates we target
    • Calibration parameters and their values
    • Validation of calibration results
  4. Technical Implementation Details

    • Key variables and parameters in the model
    • Any special handling or edge cases

Rationale

This documentation will help users understand:

  • The accuracy and limitations of our OBBBA modeling
  • How our estimates align with official projections
  • The methodological choices we've made

Suggested Format

  • Blog post in the PolicyEngine blog section
  • Technical but accessible to policy analysts
  • Include relevant charts/visualizations
  • Link to relevant code/parameters in policyengine-us

Related to the OBBBA household-by-household calculator and recent URL sync fixes.

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