The sweeping property tax cut package championed by Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen and his allies in the Legislature died Tuesday afternoon after it became evident the plan did not have the votes to advance.
Captured using a double exposure, state senators register their votes with red and green lights during a motion to end debate. Fierce opposition from a bipartisan group of lawmakers to Gov. Jim Pillen's tax plan kept the Legislature from ever voting directly on the proposal on Tuesday.
Sen. Julie Slama of Dunbar waits for a roll call vote to take place after a motion to end debate during the legislative special session at the Capitol on Tuesday.
Sen. Brad von Gillern of Elkhorn speaks during debate on a property tax proposal during the special session of the Legislature at the Capitol on Aug. 13.
The 2024 Central Nebraska Humane Society Drool in the Pool at was held a Island Oasis in Grand Island on Sunday. Many four legged furry friends attended and brought their humans too.
Captured using a double exposure, state senators register their votes with red and green lights during a motion to end debate. Fierce opposition from a bipartisan group of lawmakers to Gov. Jim Pillen's tax plan kept the Legislature from ever voting directly on the proposal on Tuesday.
Sen. Julie Slama of Dunbar waits for a roll call vote to take place after a motion to end debate during the legislative special session at the Capitol on Tuesday.
Sen. Brad von Gillern of Elkhorn speaks during debate on a property tax proposal during the special session of the Legislature at the Capitol on Aug. 13.
