Tax Policy
Surprisingly, Nebraska Gets It Right on Sales Tax Holidays
Nebraska has avoided using a tax policy gimmick that doesn't really help taxpayers or the 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.
Tax Policy
Personal Property Tax Reform Could Relieve Slump in Economic Growth
Nebraska’s economy just took another hit to its otherwise solid reputation for growth.
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.
Government Spending
Taxpayers Aren’t to Blame for Revenue Shortfall
The Legislature is learning that it can't spend more without the economic growth to pay for it.
Regulatory Reform
Platte Institute Staying Busy Over Legislative Interim
The Legislature may have adjourned, but we're still busy with research and programs to help remove more barriers to…
Tax Policy
News Release: Revenue Committee Advances Tax Reform Plan
For the first time in years, the Nebraska Legislature will debate a comprehensive tax reform proposal.
Tax Policy
LB438 – Increase cigarette and tobacco taxes as prescribed and provide for the distribution of funds
Testimony opposing a $1.50 per pack increase in the state cigarette tax.
Government Spending
It’s Legislative Halftime, How Are Nebraska’s Senators Doing?
What can Nebraskans expect for the second half of the legislative session?
Tax Policy
LB570 – Exempt tangible personal property from property tax
Our testimony in support of LB570.
Tax Policy
LB313 – Increase the sales tax rate and provide property tax credits
Our testimony opposing LB313's sales tax rate increase.