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Removing Barriers in Nebraska Part Three: How Our Taxes and Spending Compare
Compared to our economic rivals, Nebraska's government takes substantially more earnings from our residents in taxes.
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July 27: Nebraska Taxes Income Much More Than Key Economic Rivals
U.S. Census Bureau data show that taxpayers in Nebraska face significantly higher tax rates and tax burdens on…
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#PlatteChat Column: Budget Picture Strengthens Case for Tax Reform
Want more stable revenue? Support tax reform.
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Tax Reform Can Add Certainty to Nebraska’s Budget Picture
Recent budget projections provide an even better reason for Nebraska to reform its tax system.
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Removing Barriers in Nebraska Part Two: Where Are Nebraskans Moving?
Since 1992, the majority of income that has left Nebraska due to out-migration has relocated to just a…
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Five States Nebraskans Are Choosing Instead of Nebraska
Five states are Nebraska's key competitiors for the jobs, population, and incomes that lead to growth.
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Removing Barriers in Nebraska, Part One: Why Growing Nebraska Matters
Nebraska is falling behind the rest of the country in the creation of new jobs and population growth.
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Nebraska Ranks Below Average in Job and Population Growth
From 2004-2014, Nebraska ranked below the national average on two very important economic measures.
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Property Tax Levies Matter, Too
Why don't we hear more about the other half of our property tax bills?
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Should We Send the Nebraska Tourism Commission Packing?
Does Nebraska really need a taxpayer-funded tourism commission?
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Tax Freedom Isn’t Free
Nebraska doesn't have to be like Kansas to have lower taxes.
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Economic Barriers May Threaten Nebraska’s Future
Can Nebraska's economy weather any storm? A new ranking suggests not.