News Releases
News Release: Platte Institute Calls on Congress to Fix Federal CARES Act
In a letter to Congressional leaders, the Platte Institute called for additional financial flexibility in the federal CARES…
Government Spending
Platte Institute Calls on Congress to Fix Federal CARES Act
State policy leaders from 16 states have co-signed a Platte Institute letter calling for more financial flexibility in the…
Regulatory Reform
Don’t Call it a “Stimulus”
Federal relief may help, but it can't stimulate a shut down economy.
The Full Platter
What is the Economic Impact of COVID-19?
Pennsylvania’s version of the CBO released estimates last week. If businesses remain closed through April 30th (6 weeks),…
Government Spending
The Economic Impact of COVID-19 on the Nebraska Economy: First Cut
Ernie Goss & Scott Strain model the impact of COVID-19 on Nebraska jobs, economic activity, and tax revenues.
Government Spending
News Release: Ernie Goss & Scott Strain Track Nebraska Economic Impact of COVID-19
The Platte Institute is releasing the first report in a series on the economic impact of COVID-19 in…
Podcasts
Webinar: Sen. John Stinner on Nebraska’s Budget & the COVID-19 Crisis
The Legislature's budget chair says he is planning for the worst and hoping for the best.
The Full Platter
Chief Budget Writer Speaks on COVID-19 Impact
The Unicameral's budget chair is planning for the worst.
News Releases
Video: Sen. John Stinner on COVID-19 State Budget Impact
Download the webinar: "Nebraska's Budget & the COVID-19 Crisis."
The Full Platter
Nebraska Ranked Worst in Nation for 2019 GDP Growth
Meanwhile, government grew faster than key industries like manufacturing.
News Releases
Owen Palm Elected to Chair Platte Institute Board, Jim Jenkins Appointed to Board
Owen Palm is the new chair of the Platte Institute Board of Directors. He is joined by new…
Regulatory Reform
Lifting Regulations is how Nebraska’s Economy can Stay Alive During and After COVID-19
To see the version of this article published in the Lincoln Journal Star, click here. The pandemic that…