04/26/2024

How Much-Criticized Occupational Licenses May Reduce Pay Inequality

The rising number of U.S. workers who need a government-mandated license to do their job has become a target for liberal and conservative reformers looking for ways to revive the economy’s dynamism. Advocates for overhauling the current system say it can discourage people from entering desirable careers or relocating across state lines, while raising prices for…

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