Local Officials Should Prioritize Essential Services
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
2019 Nebraska Legislative Accomplishments
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 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
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
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
Facebook Friday: Next Property Tax Debate Scheduled for Wednesday
A new property tax-related amendment is expected to see legislative debate on Wednesday.
Facebook Friday: Debate Begins on LB289
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?
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
Facebook Friday: Tax Reform Debate Preview
Legislative debate on the Revenue Committee's proposed property tax plan begins Tuesday.
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.
By Adam Weinberg