Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Platte Institute's Senior Tax Policy Advisor Michael Lucci. During the episode the Michael and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss Platte Institute’s new report “Nebraska’s Tax Treatment of Non-Profits” and why this matters for lowering taxes in Nebraska.
To read the full report, visit this link: https://platteinstitute.org/nebraskas-tax-treatment-of-non-profits/.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Bridgeport Nebraska based ag producer Cassie Lapaseotes. During the episode Cassie and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss the challenges and opportunities facing agriculture, rural Nebraska, and how public policy can have an impact.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome the 41st Governor of the State of Nebraska, Governor Jim Pillen. During the episode Governor Pillen and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss how we provide property tax reform for Nebraskans, the importance of making the most of federal funds, and what’s next for Nebraska.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
To register for Platte Institute's Legislative Summit, please visit: https://platteinstitute.org/events/.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Reeve Bull, the Director of Virginia’s Office of Regulatory Management. During the episode Reeve and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss how Virginia is saving taxpayers money through cutting regulations, the hidden cost of red tape, and how Nebraska can improve its regulatory structure.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome economist, conservative commentator, and the 2025 Platte Legislative Summit keynote speaker Stephen Moore. During the episode Stephen and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss Platte's upcoming Legislative Summit, federal policy's impact on states, and where we go from here to make Nebraska more competitive.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
To register for Platte Institute's Legislative Summit, please visit: https://platteinstitute.org/events/.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome award-winning author and rural policy expert Brian Reisinger. During the episode Brian and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss the decline of family farming and how we can address the issues facing agriculture today.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome State Auditor Mike Foley. During the episode Auditor Foley and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss the role of his office, recent news reports highlighting his efforts, and how Nebraska can prevent future fraud and waste in government.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome the Chief Executive Officer of the Kansas Policy Institute Dave Trabert. During the episode the Dave and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss a new report from the Kansas Policy Institute on educational outcomes, and how Nebraska compares to other states.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Platte Institute's Senior Tax Policy Advisor Michael Lucci. During the episode the Michael and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss the budget shortfall facing the state, what it means for Platte Institute's priorities, and what we can do this session to be more competitive as a state.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Chairs of the Appropriations and Revenue Committees Senators Clements and von Gillern. During the episode the senators and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss the budget shortfall facing the state, steps they are taking to fill the gap, and what it means for tax relief in Nebraska.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Jennifer Butler of State Policy Network’s Center for Practical Federalism. During the episode Jennifer and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss recent policy changes at the federal level, how those changes impact states, and why federalism is so important in the modern era.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Senator Tony Sorrentino of District 39. During the episode Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal and Senator Sorrentino discuss his bill to reinstate tax credit scholarships, his background, and why school choice is so important for Nebraska’s future.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Andrew Handel Director of ALEC’s Education and Workforce Development Task Force. During the episode Andrew and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss ALEC’s new report “2025 ALEC Index of State Education Freedom: A 50-State Guide to Parental Empowerment”, why school choice matters in terms of migration, and how Nebraska can improve its ranking.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome newly elected Aurora City Council Member Esther Bergen. During the episode Councilwoman Bergen and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss what inspired Esther to run for office, the challenge of restraining local budgets, and how Truth in Taxation can drive change in Nebraska.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Speaker John Arch. During the episode Speaker Arch and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss Platte Institute’s priorities for 2025, the emphasis on legislative oversight this session, and how the legislature will navigate the $432 million budget shortfall.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome three newly elected state senators, Jared Storm of District 23, Bob Hailstorm of District 1, and Bob Andersen of District 49. During the episode the new senators and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss their priorities for the 109th legislature, next steps for property tax relief, and repealing Nebraska's inheritance tax.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Chair of the Board of Opportunity Scholarship Nebraska, Rick Bettger. During the episode, Rick and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss school choice in our state following the repeal of Nebraska's opportunity scholarships law.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Platte Institute Senior Policy Advisor Michael Lucci. During the episode Michael and Platte Institute Chief Executive Officer Jim Vokal discuss Platte Institute’s new report on the annual cost of medicaid expansion, the Tax Foundation’s latest state tax rankings, and our expectations for the 2025 legislative session.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud.
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Senator Danielle Conrad of District 46 in the Nebraska Legislature. During the episode Sen. Conrad and Platte CEO Jim Vokal give valuable insight into LB 16, it's passage last year, and next steps to modernize Nebraska's regulatory environment.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud
Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Chris Ingstad president of the Iowans for Tax Relief Foundation. During the episode Chris and Platte CEO Jim Vokal give valuable insight into how Nebraska and Iowa compare on taxes and where we can both take steps to make our states better.
If you want more economic freedom in Nebraska, please visit platteinstitute.org to make a donation to help fund our research and advocacy.
It's time to stop the status quo. Let's remove economic barriers and make Nebraskans proud