Regulatory Reform
Government’s Job Is Keeping You Safe, Not Stylish
Job licensing is burdensome enough without getting the fashion police involved.
Regulatory Reform
Cut Red Tape So Nebraska Can Grow Again
Nebraska state senators can help encourage recovery in the face of a sluggish economy.
Government Spending
Government Data Show Nebraska’s Economy Shrinking – What Does It Mean?
In the first quarter of 2017, Nebraska had the lowest economic growth in the country.
Government Spending
Legislative Summit to Highlight the Good Life at Work
The Platte Institute is hosting its annual Legislative Summit in Lincoln on September 26.
Regulatory Reform
Could NYC’s Dog-Sitting Crackdown Come to Nebraska?
Nebraska can protect itself against bone-headed regulations passed in other states.
Regulatory Reform
Licensing Report Shows Nebraska Lawmakers Need Better Information
Without knowing which questions to ask, licensing laws can create more problems than they solve.
Regulatory Reform
Strong Jobs Nebraska: The 2017 Occupational Licensing Review
Platte Institute Policy Director Sarah Curry reviews the progress and barriers to creating more and better jobs in…
Regulatory Reform
News Release: Conference Call Reviews Legislative Progress on Licensing Reform
The Platte Institute will release a new report on occupational licensing reform on Tuesday, July 11.
Regulatory Reform
SCOTUS Decision Eviscerates Property Rights, States Must Defend Ownership
A Supreme Court decision underscores the need for states to safeguard property owners from harmful regulation.
Regulatory Reform
Which State Agency Is Nebraska’s Biggest Regulator?
Here are 10 state agencies issuing the most regulations.
Regulatory Reform
Governor Presses Pause on New State Regulations
An executive order will require state agencies to review their current regulations.
Regulatory Reform
Report: Nebraska’s Regulatory Code Would Take You 10 Weeks to Read
A new report uses a computer program to identify restrictions in Nebraska state regulation.