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Legislature Can Help Prevent Local Financial Strain
Nebraska’s state agencies must work to aid local communities in spotting early warning signs of financial distress.
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Local Officials Should Prioritize Essential Services
Funding non-essential services can prevent local governments from setting the right tax and spending priorities.
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2019 Nebraska Legislative Accomplishments
While the filibuster loomed large in 2019, some important legislation for economic opportunity did win strong, and sometimes unanimous, support.
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Facebook Friday: The 2019 Legislature Adjourns
Facebook Friday: the Legislature adjourns for the year with no major property tax reform, but senators did pass…
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Facebook Friday: Door Closes on Property Tax Reform
There's no chance for major property tax reform in 2019 at this point, so what can be done…
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Property Tax Proposal Removes Tax Hikes, But Also Shelves Reforms
AM1846 is expected to see debate next week.
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Facebook Friday: Debate Begins on LB289
Full legislative debate on property tax reform has started, but senators are short on time, and barriers to…
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Facebook Friday: Tax Reform Debate Preview
Legislative debate on the Revenue Committee's proposed property tax plan begins Tuesday.
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News Release: Statements on Approval of LB304 and LB445
LB304 and LB445 were approved by the Nebraska Legislature today.
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News Release: Legislative Bill Tracking for April 29
LB304 and LB445 are now on Final Reading.
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Facebook Friday: Pros and Cons of the Revenue Committee Tax Plan
The Revenue Committee unveiled its proposed tax plan. We review the pros and cons and how it could…
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Special Legislative Testimony on AM1381: Revenue Committee Property Tax Reform Plan
Neutral testimony on AM1381.