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Nebraskanomics: A GAAP in Nebraska Budgeting Practices
William Glasgall and former New York Lt. Gov. Richard Ravitch of the Volcker Alliance join Jim to discuss…
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Nebraska should invest in its accounting infrastructure
The news of the latest federal infrastructure bill, which follows the CARES Act and the American Rescue Plan…
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News in Nebraska with Matt Wynn of the Flatwater Free Press
A new nonprofit journalism outlet will help to fill gaps in Nebraska’s media market by telling statewide stories…
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5 top priorities in Nebraska’s latest budget (and 8 you might miss)
In odd numbered years, the Nebraska Legislature enacts its biennial (two-year) budget. The Appropriations Committee’s proposal typically comes…
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Platte Institute recommendations for American Rescue Plan dollars
Nebraska will receive around $5 billion from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the latest round of COVID…
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Omaha and Lincoln’s Growing Challenge in Pension Funding
Executive Summary Public pension debts from three major municipal plans in Nebraska are approaching $1 billion, and an…
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New state COVID aid dollars may have confusing strings attached
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021 will provide more than $500 billion of aid to state…
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The Full Platter Podcast: 21 Great Bills for 2021
Senators have introduced hundreds of bills in the new legislative session. We discuss 21 of them that we’re…
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November tax revenues remain strong as 2021 Legislature approaches
Nebraska’s November General Fund tax revenues are in, and the good news is that revenue forecasts were both…
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Nebraska highways ranked 12th ahead of a less-traveled holiday season
As health officials advise to avoid large family gatherings this Thanksgiving, and gas prices remain on the lower…
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Economic Forecasting Board projects higher state tax receipts
The Nebraska Economic Forecasting Advisory Board met today and increased the forecast for the expected tax revenue the…
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Nebraska has spent half its CARES Act funds, but more transparency is needed
Where did all the CARES Act money go in Nebraska? Federal taxpayers in Nebraska have a right to…