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Senator Slama previews upcoming Nebraska Legislative session

By John Nixon

01/07/2020

Senator Julie Slama

(KLZA)-- The 2020 Nebraska Legislative session begins Wednesday in Lincoln.

Senators will again attempt to come up with ways to lower taxes for homeowners and farmers. First District State Senator Julie Slama from Peru says a $200-million surplus in tax revenues should allow for significant cuts in property taxes. She is hoping to create property tax relief while avoiding the need to increase revenues or cutting spending.

The Senator says the surplus funds also mean there will be a number of programs coming before the Legislature looking for additional funding. Slama told MSC News that it is frustrating to see others coming with their hand out when the revenue forecast calls for extra funds, while she is attempting to get those funds back in the hands of taxpayers.

Another annual topic for debate during the legislative session will be funding public schools. She says how we fund rural schools is the root of our problem when 70 – 80 percent of urban districts get money from the state.

The 2020, 60 day session begins Monday in Lincoln.

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