Below are statements from OpenSky Policy Institute Executive Director Dr. Rebecca Firestone following the release of more details on a proposal that would reduce property tax revenues through a shift to sales taxes.
The proposal would raise Nebraska’s state sales tax rate by 1 cent, an 18% increase that would move Nebraska into the top 10 for highest rates among states. Among bordering states, Nebraska’s rate of 6.5% would tie Kansas for the highest rate.