The Full Platter
Breaking up with the Love of “Gov”
During these uncertain times, I think many of us are seeing that it is more evident than…
Government Spending
Webinar: COVID-19 and Nebraska’s Economy
Ernie Goss & Scott Strain on the economic impact of COVID-19 on Nebraska.
Government Spending
The Economic Impact of COVID-19 on the Nebraska Economy: Second Cut
The second installment in the series. Ernie Goss & Scott Strain model the impact of COVID-19 on Nebraska jobs,…
Tax Policy
Not all Property Taxes are Equal
Why did the Governor waive the late fees on personal property taxes? No, personal property is not the…
The Full Platter
Platte Institute Leads Way to Change Federal Policy for States
Use federal funds more effectively before spending more.
News Releases
News Release: Nebraska COVID-19 Losses at $834 Million, So Far
The totals are expected to climb as the crisis continues.
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Changes to Unemployment and Medicaid in the CARES Act
In March when Congress approved the CARES Act there was a provision making changes to the unemployment insurance…
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Want to Reopen Nebraska? It Takes Immigrants.
Economic freedom matters, no matter where a person is born.
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Education in the CARES Act
Did you know the CARES Act has a special provision and spending directly related to education? The Education…
Government Spending
News Release: Ernie Goss & Scott Strain Join Webinar on Economic Impact of COVID-19
The Platte Institute will host a webinar with Economists Ernie Goss, Ph.D. and Scott Strain, M.S. on the…
Regulatory Reform
How Are Small Businesses Adjusting to COVID-19?
43% of businesses have temporarily closed.
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How to avoid a property tax hike next year
Did you know the CARES Act only allows state and local governments to spend the money on NEW…