Steven Hamilton

Steven Hamilton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at The George Washington University, affiliated with the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences. He joined GW in 2018 after completing his Ph.D. in Public Policy and Economics at the University of Michigan. His research focuses on public finance, particularly taxpayer behavioral responses to tax policy, including tax evasion mechanisms and the design of equitable tax systems. He has contributed to policy discussions on fiscal sustainability, pandemic responses, and energy reform.

Hamilton's expertise spans public finance, program evaluation, and tax policy. His work often bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical evidence, as seen in studies like 'United we evade' (2024), which examines tax evasion under third-party reporting systems. Recent research includes analyses of pandemic economic policies, retirement-savings behavior, and electricity emissions reduction strategies.

While his publications span topics from tax reform to climate policy, a common thread is rigorous evaluation of policy impacts. His 2023 critique of intergenerational fiscal reporting underscores his advocacy for transparent policy discourse. Though no scientific awards are listed, his active policy engagement reflects his influence in public economics.

No advisees or grants are explicitly mentioned, but his research collaborations likely involve interdisciplinary teams. He maintains an office at Monroe Hall, Washington, DC, and can be reached via his institutional website.