Number: RL31138
Title: Countercyclical Job Creation Programs of the Post-World War II Era
Authors: Linda Levine, Domestic Social Policy Division 
Abstract: This report presents a comparison of the four direct approaches-public works, public service, revenue-sharing, and employment tax credits-that were used to create jobs in the public or private sectors during recessionary periods. It then describes the specific, major countercyclical job creation activities that were initiated during the post-World War II period and includes a discussion of program evaluations.
Pages: 8
Date: Updated January 14, 2003