Illinois can ease dentist shortage by passing student dental license reform – Illinois Policy

There are 24.7 percent of Illinoisans who need an occupational license – essentially a government-issued permission slip – to work the job of their choice. Another 5 percent require workforce certification. These regulatory obstacles hurt Illinois’ economy, including an estimated 135,000 lost jobs and $15.1 billion in misallocated resources.
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Truth in Cook County
1 year ago

Occupational licenses exist to limit the supply of providers and keep prices artificially high. The state politicians are in on the scam, harvesting campaign contributions. Also, I wonder how many illegals are now lined up for free dental services?

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