The Economic Benefits of Statewide LGBTQ Nondiscrimination in Texas
Infographic Published on May 27, 2020Discrimination in employment, housing, and access to public places such as restaurants, hotels, and shops leads not only a loss of dignity and opportunity for those on the receiving end of such treatment, but also involves significant economic costs stemming from both a diminished ability to attract knowledge workers and reduced opportunities for tourism, conventions, and related activity. This infographic summarizes key findings in The Perryman Group's recent report: "The Potential Impact of a Comprehensive Nondiscrimination Act on Business Activity in Texas."
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- discrimination,
- nondiscrimination,
- CNDA,
- tourism,
- LGBTQ,
- technology
Future of Work Summit: The Economic Effects of COVID‑19
Video Delivered on July 30, 2020Dr. Perryman discusses his latest projections for the Texas and Austin area economies, the potential for recovery from the fallout of COVID-19, and potential implications for workforce needs and education/training at Austin Community College's "Future of Work Summit."
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- COVID-19,
- coronavirus,
- Austin
A Conversation with Terry Maness: Economic Impact of COVID‑19
Video Delivered on July 28, 2020Dr. Perryman has a conversation with Baylor's Hankamer School of Business Dean Terry Maness about the US, state and local economies post COVID-19 and the road to recovery.
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- Baylor,
- coronavirus,
- COVID-19
Pandemic and Petroleum: An Economic Perspective on the Current and Potential Future Landscape
Video Delivered on March 30, 2020Dr. Ray Perryman sat down with Collin Sewell for an hour to discuss the coronavirus pandemic and petroleum.
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- COVID-19,
- coronavirus,
- oil,
- petroleum
An Open Letter to Elected Officials, Leaders, Professionals, and Others Interested in Health Care in Texas
Press Release Released on November 09, 2020The pandemic and resulting economic dislocations are creating significant fiscal challenges for the State and local governments. In particular, the budgetary process in the upcoming legislative session will be daunting.
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- Medicaid,
- health care,
- Texas