Regulatory Reform Archives - Page 5 of 38

Facebook Live Friday: LB1090 Passes & Job Licensing Review Returns

Jim Vokal joins Adam Weinberg to discuss where things stand in the Legislature after Day 40.

Does Nebraska Need More Regulations Than Minnesota?

Relative to more populated states, Nebraska has many state regulations on the books that may be excessive.

By Sarah Curry

News Release: Debate on Horse Massage Bill Begins

Debate on LB596 will begin today.

Vote on Horse Massage Law Scheduled

Any day now, Nebraska state senators will have the chance to rein in another burdensome job licensing law.

By Adam Weinberg

News Release: Bill to Ease Horse Massage Restrictions Prioritized

A bill to streamline requirements for working as a horse massage practitioner will get a vote in the Nebraska Legislature.

Statement: Jim Vokal on First Round of LB299 Debate

STATEMENT from the Platte Institute February 20, 2018 Contact: Adam Weinberg (402) 452-3737 aweinberg@platteinstitute.org Jim Vokal on LB299, Job Licensing Review, General File Debate OMAHA, NE – This is a statement by Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal following General File debate on Sen. Laura Ebke’s Legislative Bill 299 and its committee...

News Release: LB299 on Today’s Legislative Agenda

LB299 will receive its first round of debate in the Legislature.

News Advisory: Three State Senators Offer Economic Opportunity Bills

Scrutinizing and cutting red tape is a nonpartisan issue that creates more pathways to a paycheck for hardworking Nebraskans.

Nebraska’s Hidden Tax: Red Tape Regulation Harming Economic Growth

Sarah Curry explains why scrutinizing state regulation removes barriers to economic growth in Nebraska.

By Sarah Curry

Polls Show Strong Support for LB299 Policy

Strong majorities of Nebraska voters across party lines support a review of Nebraska's job licensing laws.

By Adam Weinberg

News Release: 62% of Nebraska Voters Support Job Licensing Review

New polls show that Nebraska voters support the policy behind LB299.

62% of Likely Voters Support a Job Licensing Review

Polls from across the state show strong support for the policy behind LB299.

By Adam Weinberg

School Bus Permit Repeal Bill Presented to Governor

A bill to reduce paperwork and headaches for school bus drivers and districts is about to become law.

By Sarah Curry

Legislative Testimony for LB1135, Alternative Certification for Teachers

Testimony in support of LB1135, which provides reciprocity and alternative paths to teacher certification.

By Nicole Fox