Programs or projects may receive direct financial assistance in addition to the portable 1 aid that is offered to individuals and families. Transportation subsidies for capital costs and operating assistance are provided in addition to user fees and any portable transportation subsidies that are made available to low-income families. Public support is viewed as economic development, not charity. Housing and transportation subsidies are the best examples. Both are clearly seen as investments in the construction trades as well as supports for families.
Higher education takes a similar approach.
In higher education, government relies on private accrediting bodies with expertise in evaluating colleges and universities to ensure that programs meet standards of quality. The health care industry also relies on accreditation by private entities, coupled with licensing of practitioners, to assure a baseline of quality. Housing policy rewards investors who maintain housing in good repair and keep it rented to low-income families. Transportation policy includes measures that allow contractors to make more money if they perform repairs at night or during off-peak hours. Tax benefits are large enough to affect consumer behavior and the policies are strategically crafted to promote quality.