Problem The growing rise of recidivism poses a threat to our society’s ability to prepare individuals to become contributing adults. Among the leading cause of recidivism is the lack of employment opportunities and limited educational opportunities for ex-offenders. Solution In order to reduce recidivism and improve ex-offender reintegration, prison systems […]

Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Eric Johnson | Mayor | Dallas, TX

Problem Good schools can greatly influence the economic vitality of a neighborhood by improving home values and attracting higher income residents. These residents in turn attract businesses and improve the overall economic development of the town. By channeling additional funds to a struggling school, the impact extends far beyond improved […]

Education | Eric Johnson | Mayor | Dallas, TX

Problem Access to a quality education at a young age is one of the most important pathways to future educational and economic success. Unfortunately, funding for such critical pre-k programs is often limited by tight budgets. Solution Currently, Dallas school districts with students who graduate a year early lose the […]

Education | Eric Johnson | Mayor | Dallas, TX

Problem Changing climate conditions, population growth, and agricultural innovation are placing significant strains on water management systems. Finding a way to more effectively set public policy for water planning is critical. Solution In Texas, Rep. Johnson has helped lead the way to implementing a regional approach to water planning. Beginning […]

Infrastructure | Eric Johnson | Mayor | Dallas, TX

Problem Currently, many small businesses and historically underutilized businesses struggle to gain access to capital and small business loans. While Texas, like many other states, has recently legalized intrastate online crowdfunding to let businesses raise capital in exchange for equity or debt, experience in other states indicates that established small […]

Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Eric Johnson | Mayor | Dallas, TX