Texas should eliminate the current licensing requirement for geoscientists. Occupational licensing of geoscientists burdens business, limits career opportunities for individuals who may conduct geoscientific work, and has not proven to protect consumers or the public.
Higher Education
Higher Education Subsidization: Why and How Should We Subsidize Higher Education?
We provide massive college subsidies at both the federal and state level. This paper explores the justifications for these college subsidies, subsidy design considerations, and evaluates the main subsidy programs to assess whether they are well-designed. Our evaluation discovers reasons to eliminate some subsidies and ways to improve other subsidies. Key points: Subsidies for higher...
April 24, 2024