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What explains occupational licensing?
How and why does occupational licensing exist? As policymakers consider reforms, Hamilton Project Policy Director Ryan Nunn and Gabriel Scheffler of Penn Law S…
Three proposals to give Americans a tax break and increase labor force participation
This tax season, some Americans will receive a financial boost from federal and state refunds while others will face unexpected payments. The Hamilton Project …
Jay Shambaugh testifies on the impact of proposed work requirements for SNAP recipients
On April 3, 2019, Jay Shambaugh testified before the U.S. House Agriculture Subcommittee on Department Operations Oversight, Nutrition and Forestry during the …
Eliminating the anti-competitive effects of occupational licensing
Overly restrictive regulations can prevent many workers from finding the employment that best fits their talents and training. In this op-ed, Hamilton Project …
Six charts on the immigrants who call the US home
Kriston McIntosh, Ryan Nunn and Jay Shambaugh of The Hamilton Project highlight select figures from a set of economic facts about the role of immigration in th…
The labor market is booming, why aren’t your wages?
If the labor market is showing signs of strength, why is there nearly zero growth in wages after adjusting for inflation? In this commentary, Ryan Nunn and Jay…
Place-based policies for shared economic growth
Where people live in the United States is often a key determinant of their economic outcomes. This article explores the disparities that exist between counties…
The places America’s rich and poor call home
Where people live in the U.S. makes a big difference to their chances of enjoying a long and prosperous life. Kriston McIntosh, Ryan Nunn and Jay Shambaugh exp…
