News Release: Tax Foundation Makes Case for Reform at August 17 Summit
News Release: Tax Foundation Makes Case for Reform at August 17 Summit
The Tax Foundation will present a new study on Nebraska tax reform at the Platte Institute's summit on August 17.
More Spending Won’t Grow Nebraska
More Spending Won’t Grow Nebraska
Bigger government? Smaller government? Which side is right?
By Sarah Curry
Compared to Rivals, Nebraska Takes More from Taxpayers
Compared to Rivals, Nebraska Takes More from Taxpayers
Nebraskans pay much more in taxes per person than residents in the states to which we lose the most income and population.
By Sarah Curry
Removing Barriers in Nebraska Part Three: How Our Taxes and Spending Compare
Removing Barriers in Nebraska Part Three: How Our Taxes and Spending Compare
Compared to our economic rivals, Nebraska's government takes substantially more earnings from our residents in taxes.
July 27: Nebraska Taxes Income Much More Than Key Economic Rivals
July 27: Nebraska Taxes Income Much More Than Key Economic Rivals
U.S. Census Bureau data show that taxpayers in Nebraska face significantly higher tax rates and tax burdens on income and property per person than in states to which Nebraska is losing income and population.
#PlatteChat Column: Budget Picture Strengthens Case for Tax Reform
#PlatteChat Column: Budget Picture Strengthens Case for Tax Reform
Want more stable revenue? Support tax reform.
Tax Reform Can Add Certainty to Nebraska’s Budget Picture
Tax Reform Can Add Certainty to Nebraska’s Budget Picture
Recent budget projections provide an even better reason for Nebraska to reform its tax system.
By Sarah Curry
MEDIA ADVISORY: August 17 Tax Reform Summit in Lincoln
MEDIA ADVISORY: August 17 Tax Reform Summit in Lincoln
The Platte Institute will be joined by the Tax Foundation for its 2016 Tax Reform Summit on August 17 in Lincoln.
By Adam Weinberg
Removing Barriers in Nebraska Part Two: Where Are Nebraskans Moving?
Removing Barriers in Nebraska Part Two: Where Are Nebraskans Moving?
Since 1992, the majority of income that has left Nebraska due to out-migration has relocated to just a handful of faster-growing states.
Five States Nebraskans Are Choosing Instead of Nebraska
Five States Nebraskans Are Choosing Instead of Nebraska
Five states are Nebraska's key competitiors for the jobs, population, and incomes that lead to growth.
By Adam Weinberg
Nebraska Ranked Among Worst for Small Business
Nebraska Ranked Among Worst for Small Business
The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council ranks Nebraska alongside infamous high-tax states like Maryland and Connecticut.
By Adam Weinberg
Removing Barriers in Nebraska, Part One: Why Growing Nebraska Matters
Removing Barriers in Nebraska, Part One: Why Growing Nebraska Matters
Nebraska is falling behind the rest of the country in the creation of new jobs and population growth.
Nebraska Ranks Below Average in Job and Population Growth
Nebraska Ranks Below Average in Job and Population Growth
From 2004-2014, Nebraska ranked below the national average on two very important economic measures.
By Adam Weinberg