(KLZA)--Auburn native Tony Fulton is resigning from his job as the Commissioner of the Nebraska Department of Revenue.
Governor Pete Ricketts thanked Fulton for his excellent service when making the announcement on Thursday.
Fulton has served as Commissioners since January 2016. During that time the State has been able to amass a record $1.7 billion in its cash reserves while also delivering historic amounts of tax relief.
Fulton ran a small business and represented a Lincoln-based district in the Legislature from 2007 - 2013.
Fulton's last day on the job will be December 30. He plans to retun to his business and become active in the private sector.
Deputy Tax Commissioner Glen White will become the interim Commissioner for the Department of REvenue on December 31.
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