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News|March 28, 2025|

State Licensing Reform Liberates Workers

By Cato Institute

Economics of Flourishing

From the Cato Daily Podcast:

Several states have recently moved ahead with recognizing occupational licenses issued elsewhere. Ed Timmons explains what it means for employment, worker mobility, and consumer welfare.

Listen to the episode.

Read the 2024 State Occupational Licensing Index report here.

 

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