Nebraskanomics
Nebraskanomics: Jonathan Williams on How Nebraska Ranks
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Jonathan Williams, Chief Economist and Executive Vice…
Nebraskanomics
Nebraskanomics: David Brunori on Good Tax Policy
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome economist, author, and tax policy expert David…
Government Spending
Matt Wynn on Tracking Government Salaries
The Flatwater Free Press is Nebraska’s first independent, nonprofit newsroom focused on investigations and feature stories that matter.…
Regulatory Reform
4 Ways to Make Nebraska Compete with Anyone
As Nebraskans, we’re proud to say our state is the place for the Good Life. Over the years,…
Regulatory Reform
A View from Behind the Glass: What to Expect in the 108th Legislature
As we prepare for the new legislative session, Nebraska’s facing a substantially changed landscape in the Unicameral. There…
Tax Policy
Michael Lucci on the Future of Nebraska’s Tax Policy
Nebraska ranks 39th in the country for property tax competitiveness. How do we modernize our tax policy to…
Regulatory Reform
No More Excuses: Post the Unicameral’s Meeting Videos Online
In 2022, the State of Nebraska made it easier for taxpayers to get involved in the process of…
Regulatory Reform
Nicole Fox on Why Transparent Governments Post Hearings Online
Today, we’re talking about transparency in government and the need to post legislative debate and hearings online. Nicole…
Tax Policy
Make Nebraska property taxes honest with Truth in Taxation
Want a say in how your property taxes are decided? Participate in a Truth in Taxation hearing. Every…
Tax Policy
Preparing for Truth in Taxation, Nebraska’s Property Tax Transparency Law
Jim Vokal and Laura Ebke discuss how you can help keep Nebraska property taxes in check and learn…
Nebraskanomics
How the Platte Institute Can Help Nebraskans with Elizabeth Hallgren
Platte Institute Community Engagement Director Elizabeth Hallgren joins Jim Vokal to talk about her experiences as an educator…
Government Spending
Tracking Waste, Fraud & Abuse in Nebraska with Addie Costello & Deputy Auditor Craig Kubicek
City clerks in 17 small Nebraska towns have been caught stealing from taxpayers in recent years. Addie Costello…