A Texas-Sized Licensing Problem
This article was originally published in Caller-Times. When it comes to promoting the best possible environment for business to thrive and people to prosper, Texas gets a lot of things right. Unfortunately for residents of the Lone Star state, licensing is not one of...
South Dakota Should Take Bigger Steps on Licensing Reform
This article was originally published in the DC Journal. South Dakota policymakers have a lot to be proud of. Coming in at 2.3 percent, South Dakota has the second-lowest unemployment rate in the nation — slightly higher than Utah....
Bitter Occupational Licensing News For Our Sweet Home
This article was originally published in Montgomery Advertiser. I grew up in Etowah County and I’m home visiting my parents, and their two poodles, every holiday. Each time I’m home I manage to catch up with old friends and every time they ask, “You’re the...
Alaskans Need Universal Temporary Licensure
This article was originally published in Anchorage Daily News. In many ways, Alaskans have come through the COVID-19 pandemic stronger than ever. However, despite a resilient recovery, there are still some significant challenges to overcome — particularly when it...
