Abhi Bhambri

Abhi Bhambri

Texas, United States

Abhi Bhambri is a Fellow at SPRING.

Greenhill School

Abhi Bhambri is a curious and driven freshman at Greenhill School, eager to explore the intersections of technology, law, and science. Outside of the classroom, Abhi is passionate about tennis, piano, violin, film production, and debate. With a keen eye for detail and a love for problem-solving, Abhi is excited to delve deeper into these fields and contribute to innovative solutions for the future.

Publications

A Review on the CMS and Peace Corps Matching Program

In June 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed the establishment of a computer matching program with the Peace Corps to verify eligibility for Affordable Care Act premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions. The program will check Marketplace applicants against Peace Corps volunteer records, thus automatically disqualifying current and recently separated volunteers from receiving subsidies during their period of eligibility. This brief will explore the potential benefits and setbacks of the program, if implemented. It will evaluate the impact of the program on different groups of people and cover its likely implications. All in all, this program represents a meaningful addition to the overall goal of the ACA. It expands on its current eligibility verification infrastructure while keeping these additions modest and central to the CMS's goals. However, this program's ultimate effectiveness is contingent on consistent agency compliance, regular oversight, and strict care.

By Abhi Bhambri

September 4, 2026

Public Comment on the European Union Critical Raw Materials Centre

The European Union's dependence on concentrated critical raw material supply chains – above all on China – has shifted from a long-recognised vulnerability to an active crisis. China's 2025 export restrictions on rare earth elements exposed the limits of the EU's existing policy toolkit: benchmarks without enforcement, matchmaking without contracts, and monitoring without purchasing power. The Critical Raw Materials Act and the RESourceEU Action Plan have established the right objectives but lack the institutional capacity to deliver them. This submission argues that the proposed Critical Raw Materials Centre represents a genuine opportunity to close that gap: but only if its founding regulation is built around binding commitment rather than voluntary coordination. Across all four strands, the difference between a Centre that works and one that merely convenes will be determined by legislative design choices made now. This submission, prepared by The SPRING Group, provides analysis and recommendations on joint purchasing, stockpiling, investment support, market intelligence, and governance, with particular attention to transparency, human rights due diligence, and SME access.

By Abhi Bhambri

August 31, 2026

An Economic Analysis of Global Trade on Monetary Policies in Emergency Markets and Economies

Over the past decade, emerging markets have demonstrated resilience and adaptability in the face of global inflation challenges. As these nations continue to adapt, their ability to navigate inflationary pressures positions them for long-term success in an evolving global economy. As part of our continued goal to highlight youth viewpoints on issues of concern to them, SPRING seeks to bring the unique perspectives of students into global policies to implement more sources of renewable energy. This paper analyzes how recent inflationary trends affect global trade policies within emerging markets, providing background information on three case studies in India, the Congo, and Mexico.

By Abhi Bhambri

November 7, 2025

Info Report On The Overtime Pay Tax Relief Act Bill

The Overtime Pay Tax Relief Act seeks to make overtime compensation tax-deductible for workers, allowing up to 20% of eligible overtime earnings to be excluded from taxable income and phasing out benefits at higher income levels. By increasing take-home pay and incentivizing additional hours, the bill aims to support workers during ongoing labor shortages and stimulate bottom-up economic growth. However, the legislation introduces concerns about federal revenue loss, tax-code complexity, and potential inequities between workers with similar annual earnings but different wage structures. To strengthen equity and sustainability, the article recommends adopting a graduated deduction and implementing safeguards to prevent wage distortion and misclassification.

By Abhi Bhambri

June 1, 2025