Tax Policy Archives - Platte Institute

Toyota-Mazda and Nebraska’s Business Tax Climate Ranking

The Tax Foundation has released its newest annual ranking of business tax climates.

We've run the numbers on the personal property tax burden in each county in Nebraska. Search for your county here.

A tax on business equipment comes with red tape that is harming economic growth in Nebraska.

The Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Legislature's Revenue Committee will join a discussion on reforming Nebraska's Personal Property Tax.

Highlights and speakers at our upcoming 2017 Legislative Summit.

Why is Nebraska one of only six states with an inheritance tax?

Nebraska has avoided using a tax policy gimmick that doesn't really help taxpayers or the economy.

In the first quarter of 2017, Nebraska had the lowest economic growth in the country.

Nebraska’s economy just took another hit to its otherwise solid reputation for growth.

The Platte Institute is hosting its annual Legislative Summit in Lincoln on September 26.

The Legislature is learning that it can't spend more without the economic growth to pay for it.

The Legislature may have adjourned, but we're still busy with research and programs to help remove more barriers to economic opportunity.

For the first time in years, the Nebraska Legislature will debate a comprehensive tax reform proposal.

Testimony opposing a $1.50 per pack increase in the state cigarette tax.