The Full Platter
Virtual meetings: a good transparency measure, not just during a crisis
In the wake of the COVID-19 crisis we have seen local governments go to great lengths to maintain…
The Full Platter
State takes steps to adopt Platte Institute emergency recommendations
It’s amazing to reflect on how quickly COVID-19 has changed our lives in just a few weeks. On February…
The Full Platter
Nebraska Legislature votes on COVID-19 funding
The Speaker suspended the legislative session on March 16th in response to the COVID-19 situation, but reconvened on…
Government Spending
News Release: COVID-19 Budget and Economic Dos and Don’ts
The Platte Institute has released a list of recommendations for state policymakers on issues of tax compliance, budgeting,…
Regulatory Reform
Iowa suspends health care worker license requirements amid COVID-19 crisis
Nurses and doctors are at the forefront of the COVID-19 crisis. At a time when our country is…
Government Spending
Responding to the COVID-19 Crisis
The COVID-19 emergency response requires state policymakers to focus on the essential and conduct their business with transparency.
Government Spending
“Then let them play golf”
COVID-19 reminds us about the proper role of government.
The Full Platter
Can Minimalist Principles Be Helpful in the Midst of COVID-19?
I started my day today acknowledging that it’s been some time since I have written a blog post,…
The Full Platter
Legislative session suspended due to COVID-19
Suspending the legislative session is the responsible thing to do.
Regulatory Reform
COVID-19 shows importance of planning ahead
The last week or so has been something of a whirlwind here in Nebraska, as cases of coronavirus…
Tax Policy
Don’t “Bloomberg” Nebraska’s Property Tax Problem
Nebraska's approach to "property tax relief" isn't working.
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?