Public service

Government testimony

Testimony and written evidence presented to legislative, governmental, and commission audiences.

March 16, 2022 · Hearing testimony

U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship

Small Business Franchising: An Overview of the Industry, SBA's Role, and Legislative Proposals

Franchising in labor markets and lending.

July 20, 2015 · Written testimony

Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors

Extending the Minimum Wage to Unincorporated Areas of Los Angeles

Labor-market effects of a proposed county minimum wage.

October 30, 2014 · Committee testimony and written responses

Louisville Metro Council, Labor and Economic Development Committee

Ordinance O-470-14 concerning a citywide minimum wage

Economic effects of a proposed citywide minimum wage; written responses submitted November 3, 2014.

January 23, 2004 · Commission testimony

Atlanta Living Wage Ordinance Independent Review Commission

Do Living Wages Accomplish Their Intended Purpose?

Evidence on living-wage ordinances and intended policy outcomes.