Nebraska's crime victims victimized again by state program that helps few, advocates say
Nebraska’s program aids only a fraction of crime victims when compared to most neighboring states.
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Nebraska’s program aids only a fraction of crime victims when compared to most neighboring states.
Nebraska lawmakers will have the same amount of tax revenue as they previously expected as they decide on the state budget and tax cuts, based on the latest forecast of
LINCOLN — The Nebraska Legislature’s budget committee voted out a proposed state budget Tuesday that calls for an average increase of 2.3% in spending over the next two fiscal years.
State spending would grow at a 2.3% annual rate under a budget plan advanced by the Appropriations Committee, with more than $703 million left for tax cuts or other uses.
Nebraska collected $92 million less than expected from November through March, catching lawmakers' attention but not causing alarm. Still, April's numbers could prompt shifts in tax and budget plans.