Which State Agency Is Nebraska’s Biggest Regulator?
Which State Agency Is Nebraska’s Biggest Regulator?
Here are 10 state agencies issuing the most regulations.
Governor Presses Pause on New State Regulations
Governor Presses Pause on New State Regulations
An executive order will require state agencies to review their current regulations.
Report: Nebraska’s Regulatory Code Would Take You 10 Weeks to Read
Report: Nebraska’s Regulatory Code Would Take You 10 Weeks to Read
A new report uses a computer program to identify restrictions in Nebraska state regulation.
REINS Acts Take Down Barriers to Growth
REINS Acts Take Down Barriers to Growth
States legislatures need to provide more scrutiny of red tape regulation.
Occupational Licensing Creates Barriers for Nebraskans No Longer Behind Bars
Occupational Licensing Creates Barriers for Nebraskans No Longer Behind Bars
After leaving prison, finding a job can be an ex-offender’s most essential step for reintegrating into society. But their criminal record can also make it one of their most difficult.
Nebraska Lawmakers Heard This Doctor’s Call for Licensing Reform
Nebraska Lawmakers Heard This Doctor’s Call for Licensing Reform
A doctor correctly diagnosed a problem with Nebraska's licensing laws and provided a cure.
States Still “CON” Patients Long After Federal Repeal
States Still “CON” Patients Long After Federal Repeal
A little-known health care law can deprive patients of affordable access to care.
When Omaha Works with Food Trucks, the College World Series Wins
When Omaha Works with Food Trucks, the College World Series Wins
Omaha's food truck scene will be open for business during the College World Series.
City’s Response to Licensing Debacle Should Inspire Nebraskans
City’s Response to Licensing Debacle Should Inspire Nebraskans
An Alabama suburb's quick effort to cut unfair red tape was the subject of national news.
Platte Institute Staying Busy Over Legislative Interim
Platte Institute Staying Busy Over Legislative Interim
The Legislature may have adjourned, but we're still busy with research and programs to help remove more barriers to economic opportunity.
Session Highlights: Nebraska Legislature Unanimously Approves 3 Job Licensing Reform Bills
Session Highlights: Nebraska Legislature Unanimously Approves 3 Job Licensing Reform Bills
Senators in all political parties made cutting red tape a priority in 2017.
Legislative Committees to Study Job Licensing Barriers
Legislative Committees to Study Job Licensing Barriers
The legislative chamber may sit empty soon, but some lawmakers are sticking around.
There’s One Less Job in Nebraska That Requires a Government Permission Slip
There’s One Less Job in Nebraska That Requires a Government Permission Slip
Lawmakers are cutting red tape for Nebraskans working in motor vehicle sales.
News Release: Nursing, Audiology Licensing Reforms Approved Unanimously
News Release: Nursing, Audiology Licensing Reforms Approved Unanimously
LB88e, an occupational licensing reform bill, was approved unanimously in the Legislature.