Energy Tax Policy: Issues in the 112th Congress
Description:
The economic rationale for interventions in energy markets helps inform the debate surrounding energy tax policy. This report begins by providing background on the economic rationale for energy market interventions, highlighting various market failures. After identifying possible market failures in the production and consumption of energy, possible interventions are discussed. The report concludes with an analysis of the current status of energy tax policy.
Date:
March 28, 2012
Creator:
Sherlock, Molly F. & Crandall-Hollick, Margot L.
Partner:
UNT Libraries Government Documents Department