2023-2024 Nebraska Occupational Licensing Review

The Platte Institute began its work in occupational licensing policy in earnest in 2016. Our 2018 review highlighted the many reasons for improving the licensing environment for Nebraskans seeking employment. In 2018, the Platte Institute celebrated the passage of LB299, the Occupational Board Reform Act (OBRA), which has since seen the review of every occupational license created under the Legislature’s jurisdiction.  

Our 2019-2020 Review discussed the changes made post-passage of LB299 in the legislative process and gave a brief history of occupational licensing in the U.S. We also looked at trends in occupational licensing around the country and provided some insight into what had happened during the first round of reviews in Nebraska, and what improvements in Nebraska’s structure should still be made.2 

After skipping the 2021-2022 review, this review provides an overview of what’s happened in Nebraska—and around the country—concerning occupational licensing in recent years. We celebrate successes that we’ve had in Nebraska in recent years and suggest areas for continued efforts in the future. 

To read and download the full report, click here: 2024 Occupational Licensing Review.