Nebraska’s Truth in Taxation law brought transparency, but we need more accountability to be truly effective. In the Omaha World-Herald, Jim Vokal explains what Nebraska can learn from Kansas about keeping property taxes in check. Read more: omaha.com/opinion/column… #neleg

Record crowd of 268 for our annual Legislative Summit! Amazing interest in Platte Institute and moving Nebraska forward!

It was a pleasure to have Rep. Don Bacon 🇺🇸✈️🏍️⭐️🎖️ meet with us today to discuss taxes and growing Nebraska. Thank you Congressman for stopping by, and for your dedication to our state!

Nebraska can’t afford to lose workers, employers, and opportunity. On the latest Nebraskanomics episode we break down what’s driving the “brain drain” and how tax policy and competitiveness can turn things around. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/1X524m…

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning for our regulatory modernization workshop! Let’s carry this momentum into session to create a more accountable, transparent, and less burdensome government. #neleg

Inconsistent zoning standards are holding back Nebraska producers. Our latest report outlines the issue and the reforms needed to bring clarity and fairness to the permitting process. Read more: platteinstitute.org/nebraska-zonin…

Check out the latest episode of Nebraskanomics where Jim Vokal is joined by Rep. Mike Flood to discuss housing barriers, growing Nebraska, and the issues guiding his work as we look toward 2026. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/0nsYFK…

Happy birthday to Governor Jim Pillen! Thank you for your leadership and dedication to Nebraska.

Tune in to NewsRadio 1110 KFAB tomorrow morning at 8:35 am to hear Jim Vokal preview the legislative session! #neleg

Today marks the start of the 2026 Legislative Session at the Nebraska Capitol. Our team will be on the ground meeting with senators and providing analysis on the policies shaping Nebraska’s future. Follow along for updates throughout session. #neleg platteinstitute.org

Check out the latest episode of Nebraskanomics featuring Speaker John Arch. During the episode we discuss what to expect this session, property tax reform in a tight budget year, and lessons from his time as Speaker. Listen to the full episode here: open.spotify.com/episode/34Y4IQ…