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Sewer Rates One Example of Challenges to Taxpayer Savings

Increasing costs can send tax relief efforts down the drain.

Once Little-Known, Job Licensing Is Now a Major State Issue

Job licensing is entering the top tier of policy issues on the march in the Unicameral.

Facebook Live: Ballot Initiative Ends, But the Fun Just Beginning in 2018

What does the end of the property tax ballot initiative mean for tax reform, and else is going on in the interim at the Platte Institute?

Nebraska: A National Leader in Job Licensing Reform

A bill to review Nebraska’s job licensing laws has earned final approval in the Legislature.

By Adam Weinberg

Facebook Live Friday: One Day Left in Session

Nicole Fox joins Adam Weinberg to discuss the session as it winds down.

Legislature Prevents Imminent Income Tax Increase

While major tax reform stalled, state senators prevented an automatic tax increase.

By Sarah Curry

Legislature Passes Equine, Cat, and Dog Massage Bill Unanimously

A bill to end state licensing and regulation of professionals offering massage services for equines, cats, and dogs has been unanimously adopted by the Nebraska Legislature.

By Adam Weinberg

Don’t Create Red Tape When Markets Will Suffice

Convincing lawmakers to get out of the way has been a tough row to hoe.

By Sarah Curry

Job Licensing Reform Will Make Nebraska The Best Around

The Legislature should remember Mr. Miyagi's lessons as they reform job licensing.

By Adam Weinberg

Job Licensing Reform in Nebraska Is Only Beginning

The marathon to pass LB299 is only a warm-up for what lies ahead.

By Adam Weinberg

LB299 First Round Vote Discussed on Facebook Live

Adam and Nicole discuss a strong first round vote for LB299 and the work that remains on a job licensing review for Nebraska.

Facebook Live Friday: LB1090 Passes & Job Licensing Review Returns

Jim Vokal joins Adam Weinberg to discuss where things stand in the Legislature after Day 40.

Nebraska One of Many States Considering Changes After Federal Tax Reform

If an imminent state tax increase is not halted, Nebraska will fall behind other states two-fold.

By Sarah Curry

Does Nebraska Need More Regulations Than Minnesota?

Relative to more populated states, Nebraska has many state regulations on the books that may be excessive.

By Sarah Curry