Tax Policy
World-Herald Editorial: Not Passing Property Tax Reform Would Be an “Embarassing Failure”
Who has the most to lose from the property tax stalemate?
Tax Policy
Senators hear proposal for “Truth in Taxation” law
Taxpayers would receive a mailed notice of proposed property tax increases.
Tax Policy
Ranking Dings Nebraska for Low Growth & High Taxes
Policymakers should not be satisfied with this ranking for the state's business climate.
The Full Platter
Another Property Tax Stalemate?
Is the Legislature leaving the property tax issue up to voters?
Tax Policy
Jim Vokal Talks Consumption Tax with Gary Sadlemyer
Jim Vokal joined the KFAB Morning News to discuss a proposal to replace most state and local taxes…
Tax Policy
Consumption tax conversation overdue
Politicians have to back up their promises with a stable base of revenue.
Government Spending
Taxpayers must address appetite for spending
When I was running for the Legislature (both times), property taxes where high on peoples’ minds. I tried…
The Full Platter
Jim Vokal and Chris Baker Discuss Consumption Tax Proposal
Jim Vokal joined Chris Baker to talk about LR300CA.
Tax Policy
Erdman proposes consumption tax to replace property, income tax
Senator Steve Erdman dropped a surprise in the hopper on the last day of bill introduction. And his…
Tax Policy
Report on Nebraska Ag Taxes: “Almost any state would be better than here.”
A new report covers a lot of ground on Nebraska's property tax problems.
Government Spending
December state tax receipts above projections
Nebraska state tax receipts exceeded projections in December 2019.
Tax Policy
Sales Tax Bill Offers Different Approach to Reform
There's more than one path to creating a tax system that is simple and sustainable.