Platte Institute Calls on Congress to Fix Federal CARES Act
Platte Institute Calls on Congress to Fix Federal CARES Act
State policy leaders from 16 states have co-signed a Platte Institute letter calling for more financial flexibility in the federal relief package.
What is the Economic Impact of COVID-19?
What is the Economic Impact of COVID-19?
Pennsylvania’s version of the CBO released estimates last week. If businesses remain closed through April 30th (6 weeks), they are looking at a $2.7 billion drop in revenues. If the shutdown goes 10 weeks Pennsylvania is looking at a $3.9 billion drop. http://www.ifo.state.pa.us/download.cfm?file=Resources/Documents/Revenue-Update-2020-04.pdf Nevada has one of the least diversified economies in the nation with...
By Sarah Curry
The Economic Impact of COVID-19 on the Nebraska Economy: First Cut
The Economic Impact of COVID-19 on the Nebraska Economy: First Cut
Ernie Goss & Scott Strain model the impact of COVID-19 on Nebraska jobs, economic activity, and tax revenues.
By Ernie Goss, Scott Strain
Webinar: Sen. John Stinner on Nebraska’s Budget & the COVID-19 Crisis
Webinar: Sen. John Stinner on Nebraska’s Budget & the COVID-19 Crisis
The Legislature's budget chair says he is planning for the worst and hoping for the best.
Chief Budget Writer Speaks on COVID-19 Impact
Chief Budget Writer Speaks on COVID-19 Impact
The Unicameral's budget chair is planning for the worst.
By Sarah Curry
Nebraska Ranked Worst in Nation for 2019 GDP Growth
Nebraska Ranked Worst in Nation for 2019 GDP Growth
Meanwhile, government grew faster than key industries like manufacturing.
By Sarah Curry
E-learning rules differ by state. Here’s where Nebraska and Iowa stand.
E-learning rules differ by state. Here’s where Nebraska and Iowa stand.
Too many restrictions on virtual learning can set everyone back.
By Sarah Curry
COVID-19 to Worsen Local Pension Debts
COVID-19 to Worsen Local Pension Debts
Officials and taxpayers cannot afford to be blindsided this time.
By Jim Vokal
Helping Hands at an Omaha Distillery
Helping Hands at an Omaha Distillery
Nebraska entrepreneurs are adapting to help meet emergency community needs.
By Jim Vokal