Garrett Watson Senior Policy Analyst Contact Garrett Watson Follow Garrett Watson on Twitter Request Garrett Watson as a Speaker Garrett Watson is a Senior Policy Analyst at the Tax Foundation, where he conducts research on federal and state tax policy. His work has been featured in The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Politico, the Associated Press and other major outlets. Previously, Garrett was a program manager at a nearby think tank and conducted policy research on economic opportunity and labor markets, including non-compete clause reform. Garrett earned a bachelor’s degree from St. Lawrence University in upstate New York, where he studied economics and philosophy. Garrett lives in Arlington, Virginia, and is an avid hockey fan and snowboarder. Written Works Who Benefits from the State and Local Tax Deduction? January 25, 2021 President Biden Outlines Plan for Additional Coronavirus-Related Relief and Stimulus January 15, 2021 What to Expect During the 2021 Tax Season January 15, 2021 COVID-19 Relief Package FAQ December 22, 2020 Congress Passes $900 Billion Coronavirus Relief Package December 21, 2020 Pandemic Highlights the Need for Better Tax Policy for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses December 21, 2020 Senate Policymakers Release $908 Billion Bipartisan COVID-19 Relief Proposals December 15, 2020 Individual and Business CARES Act Tax Provisions Due to Expire on December 31 December 9, 2020 What Federal Policymakers Can Learn from Business Tax Refunds in 2020 December 4, 2020 Potential Regulatory Changes in Tax Policy Under the Biden Administration November 24, 2020 See Full List Back to Staff Page