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We Advance Policies That Remove
Barriers to Growth and Opportunity in Nebraska
Top Issues
Tax Reform
Advocating for a fair, transparent tax code that removes barriers to economic growth and helps families keep more of what they earn.
Energy
Supporting solutions that ensure Nebraska has abundant, affordable, and reliable power for economic growth
Workforce
Providing insights to help develop the state’s workforce and attract young professionals to Nebraska.
Government Transparency
Promoting accountability and ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent efficiently and responsibly at all levels of government.
Why We’re Here
The Platte Institute is dedicated to advancing policies that remove barriers to growth and opportunity in Nebraska. We believe charity empowers individuals, supporting free enterprise, and holding government accountable, we can build a more prosperous future for every Nebraskan.
Nebraska faces a consequential choice. We can create the conditions that encourage college graduates to build their careers here, allow retirees to remain in the communities they call home, and give businesses the confidence to invest and grow—or we can continue losing people and investment to more competitive states.
Government policies play an important role in that choice. High and unfair taxes can price people out of their homes and discourage investment. Unnecessary regulations can limit career choices and make it harder to start or grow a business. A lack of transparency and public input can weaken trust in how taxpayer dollars are spent.
Nebraska needs a constant, credible voice for a different path. The Platte Institute provides policymakers with rigorous research, practical policy solutions, strategic support, and legislative expertise to advance economic freedom and make Nebraska more competitive.
