by Byron Schlomach | Mar 24, 2017 | Research
Raising Teacher Pay: Things to Consider and Do Authors Byron Schlomach, Baylee Butler Abstract This paper looks at the costs of increasing Oklahoma’s average teacher pay and how different raises will affect Oklahoma’s position compared to other states. It...
by Byron Schlomach | Mar 15, 2017 | Research
Critique of the Incentive Evaluation Commission’s Tax Incentive Evaluation Report: 2016 Author Byron Schlomach Abstract This paper looks at the first report of Oklahoma’s Incentive Evaluation Commission (IEC) and finds it wanting. The IEC was created to...
by Byron Schlomach | Mar 9, 2017 | Research
Barbering and Cosmetology Licensure in Oklahoma Author Byron Schlomach Abstract This paper briefly describes the state of cosmetology and barbering licensing in the state. It recommends that the licensing statute in this area be allowed to expire July 1, 2017...
by Byron Schlomach | Feb 22, 2017 | Research
Policy Maker’s Guide to Evaluating Proposed and Existing Occupational Licensing Laws Authors Byron Schlomach, Vance H. Fried Abstract This paper describes the two conditions under which occupational licensing would be proper – real, high risk of physical...
by Byron Schlomach | Feb 1, 2017 | Research
Rising Above Mere Politics: General Principles for Spending Taxpayers’ Money Author Byron Schlomach Abstract This paper argues that state budget writers should ask five basic questions: Is a program or agency consistent with the mission of Oklahoma’s state...
by Byron Schlomach | Jan 1, 2017 | Research
A Truly Universal Education Savings Account Proposal, Including Fiscal Implications Authors Byron Schlomach, Vance H. Fried Summary This paper proposes a $4,500 ESA for every school-age child in Oklahoma that parents can supplement. It recommends specifics of what...
