Economic Growth: 4th Quarter of 2018 and 2018 Annual Growth
Economic Growth: 4th Quarter of 2018 and 2018 Annual Growth
Nebraska's economy is estimated to have seen growth in 2018, but trailed the national average.
Facebook Friday: Pros and Cons of the Revenue Committee Tax Plan
Facebook Friday: Pros and Cons of the Revenue Committee Tax Plan
The Revenue Committee unveiled its proposed tax plan. We review the pros and cons and how it could be improved.
Tax Foundation: Proposed Tax Rate Increases Undo Impact of Property Tax Cuts
Tax Foundation: Proposed Tax Rate Increases Undo Impact of Property Tax Cuts
A leading national tax think tank says that without some changes, the Revenue Committee's property tax plan could do more harm than good.
Facebook Friday: The Revenue Committee Announces a Property Tax Plan
Facebook Friday: The Revenue Committee Announces a Property Tax Plan
The Revenue Committee released its proposed property tax reform plan.
Medieval Guilds and Modern Occupational Licensing
Medieval Guilds and Modern Occupational Licensing
The goal of policymakers should be the protection of the public from well-defined harm, not the protection of guild-like occupational structures.
Facebook Friday Highlights for April 12
Facebook Friday Highlights for April 12
The Revenue Committee will soon host a special hearing on its proposed property tax reform plan.
Drive to Succeed: Transportation Law Shuts Out Competition
Drive to Succeed: Transportation Law Shuts Out Competition
A state law allows transportation companies to prevent newcomers from competing with them. Marc Nda would like to change that.
The Economics of a Cigarette Tax Increase
The Economics of a Cigarette Tax Increase
Evidence from other states show cigarette taxes are not a stable source of revenue for reducing property taxes.
Facebook Friday: Halfway Through Session, Priority Bills Shape Landscape
Facebook Friday: Halfway Through Session, Priority Bills Shape Landscape
With the 2019 legislative session now half over, bill hearings are complete. Senators, committees, and the Speaker have selected their priority bills. We discuss one priority bill that might cut your cell phone bill.
Facebook Live: March Legislative Highlights
Facebook Live: March Legislative Highlights
Even in these difficult times for Nebraska, state senators advanced numerous bills to remove barriers to opportunity. Plus, Laura Ebke is on the road promoting the Nebraska model of job licensing reform in other states.
Licensing with Laura: Punishing Initiative and Innovation
Licensing with Laura: Punishing Initiative and Innovation
Laura Ebke describes how job licensing laws can reduce opportunities for individual iniative and new, innovative professions.
New Law Helps Nebraskans Stand Up to Property Tax Hikes
New Law Helps Nebraskans Stand Up to Property Tax Hikes
The Nebraska Legislature has given final approval to a new limit on local property taxes.
The Revenue Committee’s Greatest Hits
The Revenue Committee’s Greatest Hits
We review key policy options heard before the Revenue Committee that could be combined for substantial, sustainable property tax reform.
Facebook Live: The Revenue Committee’s Best Options
Facebook Live: The Revenue Committee’s Best Options
Nicole Fox discusses how the 2019 legislative session is shaping up, Laura Ebke explains how industries are seeking "Legitimacy Through Licensing," and Adam Weinberg reviews the best policy options for property tax reform.