Read our budget brief series

Read our budget brief series

With Nebraska facing a $1.2 billion shortfall through FY 21, figuring out how to close it will be one of biggest challenges for the Legislature. In order to prepare for the budget debate ahead, OpenSky has prepared three policy briefs to help inform the discussion. The first policy brief examined how previous large shortfalls were addressed. The second brief explored the contribution of past revenue measures to the current shortfall. The third brief discusses three recent reports that highlight future budget uncertainty as additional factors to be taken into consideration as the Legislature begins its work. Access the briefs below:

• Brief 1 – Big picture approach, not quick fix, needed for budget shortfall
• Brief 2 – Unclear impact of tax changes highlights need for review
• Brief 3 –  National trends highlight need for budgetary caution