Platte Institute

Legislature Can Help Prevent Local Financial Strain

Nebraska’s state agencies must work to aid local communities in spotting early warning signs of financial distress.

Laura Ebke Talks Job Licensing on Go Vote, Omaha!

Platte Institute Senior Fellow for Job Licensing Reform Laura Ebke joins Go Vote, Omaha! to discuss the upcoming implementation of Nebraska's new Occupational Board Reform Act.

Facebook Friday: REINing in Red Tape

We discuss regulatory reform and a REINS Act for Nebraska with Jon Sanders from the John Locke Foundation.

Local Officials Should Prioritize Essential Services

Funding non-essential services can prevent local governments from setting the right tax and spending priorities.

By Michael McClellan

Nebraska REINS Act: A good-government way to provide oversight of major regulations

Legislators should be able to double-check major regulations to make sure they're the right choice for the state.

By Jon Sanders

2019 Nebraska Legislative Accomplishments

While the filibuster loomed large in 2019, some important legislation for economic opportunity did win strong, and sometimes unanimous, support.

By Adam Weinberg

Facebook Friday: The 2019 Legislature Adjourns

Facebook Friday: the Legislature adjourns for the year with no major property tax reform, but senators did pass some good economic freedom legislation this year.

Facebook Friday: Door Closes on Property Tax Reform

There's no chance for major property tax reform in 2019 at this point, so what can be done now?

Property Tax Proposal Removes Tax Hikes, But Also Shelves Reforms

AM1846 is expected to see debate next week.

By Adam Weinberg

Facebook Friday: Next Property Tax Debate Scheduled for Wednesday

A new property tax-related amendment is expected to see legislative debate on Wednesday.

Home Baking Law Gives Rise to New Cottage Businesses

Meet five cottage food producers from different corners of Nebraska, who are now able to open their food-selling businesses:

By Adam Weinberg

Facebook Friday: Debate Begins on LB289

Full legislative debate on property tax reform has started, but senators are short on time, and barriers to a compromise remain high.

AM1572: What Does It Do?

The Nebraska Legislature’s Revenue Committee has advanced its long-awaited property tax reform plan.

By Adam Weinberg

Facebook Friday: Tax Reform Debate Preview

Legislative debate on the Revenue Committee's proposed property tax plan begins Tuesday.