Martin Lueken

EdChoice Fiscal Research and Education Center

Martin Lueken is director of EdChoice’s Fiscal Research and Education Center (FREC), where he focuses on research and analysis of issues that pertain to school choice bills, current programs, and school funding. His work includes providing expert support and advice for policy makers in helping understand the fiscal impact of current school choice programs and potential fiscal effects of programs introduced in state legislatures. He also conducts data analysis and research on school choice.

May 8, 2020 • Commentary

School Choice Can Help Ease Georgia’s Looming Fiscal Issues

By Dr. Benjamin ScafidiMartin Lueken

The COVID-19 recession is leading to sharp reductions in tax revenues. State and local governments need to conserve funds for urgent priorities – aid to the une