Rolling Back Harmful Red Tape
Rolling Back Harmful Red Tape
Governor Ricketts writes in his weekly column about action being taken to cut red tape regulation.
A Summer’s Swim through the Unexpectedly Murky Waters of Local Government Finance
A Summer’s Swim through the Unexpectedly Murky Waters of Local Government Finance
Why is Nebraska one of only six states with an inheritance tax?
Surprisingly, Nebraska Gets It Right on Sales Tax Holidays
Surprisingly, Nebraska Gets It Right on Sales Tax Holidays
Nebraska has avoided using a tax policy gimmick that doesn't really help taxpayers or the economy.
While Nebraska Debates Job Licensing Reform, Montana Just Does It
While Nebraska Debates Job Licensing Reform, Montana Just Does It
A proposal that was controversial in Nebraska was a cakewalk in another rural state.
Policy Brief: One Size Fits All Federal Policy Endangers Omaha Children and Families
Policy Brief: One Size Fits All Federal Policy Endangers Omaha Children and Families
Something as simple and local as a crosswalk in your neighborhood can sometimes be determined by policies from Washington, D.C.
Government’s Job Is Keeping You Safe, Not Stylish
Government’s Job Is Keeping You Safe, Not Stylish
Job licensing is burdensome enough without getting the fashion police involved.
Cut Red Tape So Nebraska Can Grow Again
Cut Red Tape So Nebraska Can Grow Again
Nebraska state senators can help encourage recovery in the face of a sluggish economy.
Government Data Show Nebraska’s Economy Shrinking – What Does It Mean?
Government Data Show Nebraska’s Economy Shrinking – What Does It Mean?
In the first quarter of 2017, Nebraska had the lowest economic growth in the country.
Personal Property Tax Reform Could Relieve Slump in Economic Growth
Personal Property Tax Reform Could Relieve Slump in Economic Growth
Nebraska’s economy just took another hit to its otherwise solid reputation for growth.
Legislative Summit to Highlight the Good Life at Work
Legislative Summit to Highlight the Good Life at Work
The Platte Institute is hosting its annual Legislative Summit in Lincoln on September 26.
Could NYC’s Dog-Sitting Crackdown Come to Nebraska?
Could NYC’s Dog-Sitting Crackdown Come to Nebraska?
Nebraska can protect itself against bone-headed regulations passed in other states.
Taxpayers Aren’t to Blame for Revenue Shortfall
Taxpayers Aren’t to Blame for Revenue Shortfall
The Legislature is learning that it can't spend more without the economic growth to pay for it.
Nebraska Falls Slightly in Fiscal Ranking, But Could Fall Again
Nebraska Falls Slightly in Fiscal Ranking, But Could Fall Again
Resting on our laurels can be a competitive weakness for our state.
Licensing Report Shows Nebraska Lawmakers Need Better Information
Licensing Report Shows Nebraska Lawmakers Need Better Information
Without knowing which questions to ask, licensing laws can create more problems than they solve.