Regulatory Reform
Looking Ahead to Fewer Barriers for Recovery
Scroll through the assorted blog posts on this page, or take a look at the Platte Institute website,…
Regulatory Reform
Don’t Call it a “Stimulus”
Federal relief may help, but it can't stimulate a shut down economy.
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…
The Full Platter
E-learning rules differ by state. Here’s where Nebraska and Iowa stand.
Too many restrictions on virtual learning can set everyone back.
The Full Platter
Helping Hands at an Omaha Distillery
Nebraska entrepreneurs are adapting to help meet emergency community needs.
Regulatory Reform
Governor Ricketts signs emergency order for health care licensing reciprocity
An emergency executive order can help more medical personnel respond to the COVID-19 crisis in Nebraska.
Regulatory Reform
Are we there yet? Looking ahead to life after COVID-19
I suspect that we’ve all been just a little out of sorts lately. While I personally work from…
Regulatory Reform
State should allow to-go mixed drink sales
UPDATE: Govenor Ricketts issued Executive Order “to provide relief to restaurants and bars” In a time of emergency…
Tax Policy
Nebraska should eliminate excise tax on spirits
On March 18th the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau waived some of the regulations associated with…
Regulatory Reform
Nebraska ranked 9th for health care openness and access
To see the study – click here. To see the details on Nebraska – click here. The Mercatus…
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…
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…