Senators Discuss Personal Property Tax Reform
Senators Discuss Personal Property Tax Reform
The Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Legislature's Revenue Committee will join a discussion on reforming Nebraska's Personal Property Tax.
Senators, Governor, FTC & ACLU to Speak at Legislative Summit
Senators, Governor, FTC & ACLU to Speak at Legislative Summit
Highlights and speakers at our upcoming 2017 Legislative Summit.
A Summer’s Swim through the Unexpectedly Murky Waters of Local Government Finance
A Summer’s Swim through the Unexpectedly Murky Waters of Local Government Finance
Why is Nebraska one of only six states with an inheritance tax?
By Albert Gustafson
Surprisingly, Nebraska Gets It Right on Sales Tax Holidays
Surprisingly, Nebraska Gets It Right on Sales Tax Holidays
Nebraska has avoided using a tax policy gimmick that doesn't really help taxpayers or the economy.
By Sarah Curry
Government Data Show Nebraska’s Economy Shrinking – What Does It Mean?
Government Data Show Nebraska’s Economy Shrinking – What Does It Mean?
In the first quarter of 2017, Nebraska had the lowest economic growth in the country.
By Sarah Curry
Personal Property Tax Reform Could Relieve Slump in Economic Growth
Personal Property Tax Reform Could Relieve Slump in Economic Growth
Nebraska’s economy just took another hit to its otherwise solid reputation for growth.
By Luke Ashton
Legislative Summit to Highlight the Good Life at Work
Legislative Summit to Highlight the Good Life at Work
The Platte Institute is hosting its annual Legislative Summit in Lincoln on September 26.
By Luke Ashton
Taxpayers Aren’t to Blame for Revenue Shortfall
Taxpayers Aren’t to Blame for Revenue Shortfall
The Legislature is learning that it can't spend more without the economic growth to pay for it.
By Albert Gustafson
News Release: Revenue Committee Advances Tax Reform Plan
News Release: Revenue Committee Advances Tax Reform Plan
For the first time in years, the Nebraska Legislature will debate a comprehensive tax reform proposal.
By Adam Weinberg
LB438 – Increase cigarette and tobacco taxes as prescribed and provide for the distribution of funds
LB438 – Increase cigarette and tobacco taxes as prescribed and provide for the distribution of funds
Testimony opposing a $1.50 per pack increase in the state cigarette tax.
It’s Legislative Halftime, How Are Nebraska’s Senators Doing?
It’s Legislative Halftime, How Are Nebraska’s Senators Doing?
What can Nebraskans expect for the second half of the legislative session?
By Adam Weinberg
LB570 – Exempt tangible personal property from property tax
LB570 – Exempt tangible personal property from property tax
Our testimony in support of LB570.
LB313 – Increase the sales tax rate and provide property tax credits
LB313 – Increase the sales tax rate and provide property tax credits
Our testimony opposing LB313's sales tax rate increase.