Government Spending
A School Board Member Faced a Recall. The Reason May Surprise You.
You may be surprised to find out why this school board member faced a recall.
Government Spending
Before Black Friday, November 21 Is “Economic Growth Tuesday”
Some big news that will be delivered on November 21 might get lost in the Thanksgiving festivities.
Regulatory Reform
November 14: Omaha Town Hall on Nebraska Job Licensing
The Platte Institute is partnering with the ACLU of Nebraska and Nebraska state Sen. Laura Ebke for a…
Regulatory Reform
Study: Nebraska Can Reach Top 5 for New Jobs with Licensing Reforms
A new study finds Nebraska stands to gain more from job licensing reforms than other states.
Tax Policy
Personal Property Tax Reform: A Realistic Option
Other states in our region have shown that personal property tax reform is practical and helpful to economic…
Tax Policy
Toyota-Mazda and Nebraska’s Business Tax Climate Ranking
The Tax Foundation has released its newest annual ranking of business tax climates.
Regulatory Reform
FTC Chairman Says Too Much Job Licensing Undermines Freedom to Work
Watch remarks on Occupational Licensing Reform by Federal Trade Commission Acting Chairman Maureen K. Ohlhausen shown at the…
Tax Policy
How Does Personal Property Tax Impact Your County?
We've run the numbers on the personal property tax burden in each county in Nebraska. Search for your…
Tax Policy
This Time, It’s Personal: Nebraska’s Personal Property Tax
A tax on business equipment comes with red tape that is harming economic growth in Nebraska.
Tax Policy
Senators Discuss Personal Property Tax Reform
The Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Legislature's Revenue Committee will join a discussion on reforming Nebraska's Personal Property…
Government Spending
Senators, Governor, FTC & ACLU to Speak at Legislative Summit
Highlights and speakers at our upcoming 2017 Legislative Summit.
Regulatory Reform
ACLU, Platte Institute and Senator Laura Ebke Announce Town Halls on Professional Licensing Reform
The ACLU of Nebraska is partnering with the Platte Institute and Nebraska state Sen. Laura Ebke for a…