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Tune in to the latest episode of Nebraskanomics as we welcome Platte Institute’s Senior Tax Policy Advisor Jared Walczak. During the episode Jared and Platte CEO Jim Vokal discuss a new report from the Platte Institute on tax principles and how Nebraska can pursue tax reform this 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 John Arch, Speaker of the Nebraska Legislature. During the episode Speaker Arch and Platte CEO Jim Vokal discuss what’s expected this session, how property tax reform can happen in a tight budget year, and lessons from his time as speaker.  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 Congressman Mike Flood who represents Nebraska’s First Congressional District in the U.S. House. During the episode Congressman Flood and Platte CEO Jim Vokal dive into efforts to reduce barriers to housing, how we grow Nebraska, and his priorities for 2026.  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 Tony Woodlief State Policy Network's Senior Executive Vice President and Senior Fellow for SPN's Center for Practical Federalism . During the episode the Tony and Platte Institute CEO Jim Vokal talk about federalism, the recent government shutdown, and how states can reclaim their own authority. 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 Tanya Storer who represents District 43 in the Nebraska Legislature. During the episode Senator Storer and Platte CEO Jim Vokal dive into county zoning in Nebraska and tax relief this upcoming 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 Mike Cassling Chair of the Board of Governors of the Aksarben Foundation. During the episode Mike and Platte CEO Jim Vokal dive into a new report from the Aksarben Foundation that shows Nebraska lagging behind our peers in job and wage growth and how this trend is hurting our 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 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.