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Licensing Wars Across America | Fort Wayne News
Oregon ranks dead last in occupational licensing ease, while Missouri leads with the fewest barriers—impacting over 20% of the workforce. A new Archbridge Institute report analyzed nearly 250 jobs, revealing that many licenses don’t improve service quality but inflate costs by up to 16%. Stricter rules stifle innovation and slow economic growth, especially when entrepreneurs can’t legally offer services. States like Ohio are simplifying regulations, while Mississippi adds more hurdles. The snapshot shows a shifting landscape where licensing policies directly shape livelihoods and national…
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