The Nevada Policy Research Institute (NPRI) recently released the 2016 edition of the Nevada Piggy Book. This is good because Nevada taxpayers need to know about government waste, which is an especially important topic while the Legislature is in … [Read more...] about Nevada Piggy Book: Required Reading for Taxpayers
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Intrusive and Unnecessary: Commerce Tax Registration
Has your company registered for the Commerce Tax? If so, you’ve obeyed the law, but you’ve also put yourself at risk unnecessarily. This tax was passed by the 2015 Legislature, supposedly to help fund education, and it applies to every company doing … [Read more...] about Intrusive and Unnecessary: Commerce Tax Registration
Stop Throwing Away Our Money!
You and I work hard for our money, and it’s painful to see government agencies wasting it with ridiculous projects and inefficient practices. If you want to see some prime examples of how our elected representatives in Washington are throwing away … [Read more...] about Stop Throwing Away Our Money!
Enough! Let’s Stop Bureaucrats from Increasing Our Property Taxes
In 2005, the state Legislature capped property tax increases for residential and commercial properties at 3 percent and 8 percent, respectively. Having two different rates seems unconstitutional to me and many others. Article 10, Section 1, of the … [Read more...] about Enough! Let’s Stop Bureaucrats from Increasing Our Property Taxes
Senator Michael Roberson – This Man Doesn’t Represent Us
A current State Senator of Nevada, Michael Roberson is not just any State Senator, he’s the Majority Leader. He also appears to resemble one of those ineffective Republicans in Congress and now he wants to be one. Many Nevada business leaders … [Read more...] about Senator Michael Roberson – This Man Doesn’t Represent Us
School Choice Bill: Congratulations Governor Brian Sandoval & NV Legislators
Nevada’s public schools have been receiving failing grades for many years, ranking among the lowest in the country for graduation rates, standardized test scores, and other measures of student achievement; but, thanks to Governor Sandoval and the … [Read more...] about School Choice Bill: Congratulations Governor Brian Sandoval & NV Legislators
Where’s Our Backbone? Speak Up Nevada!
No one seems to take a stand on political and social issues anymore. They don’t want to make waves or offend anybody. Maybe they’re afraid of being bullied, or in the case of politicians, they’re afraid that speaking out on an issue may alienate some … [Read more...] about Where’s Our Backbone? Speak Up Nevada!
The Solution to Education: Do What Works
The Nevada State Government needs to stop throwing good money after bad; and, it should begin now. As business people, we have just a few days to affect our Nevada State Legislators and what they do, and do not, vote for. What do you plan to do? Sit … [Read more...] about The Solution to Education: Do What Works
The Emperor Has No Clothes: Businesses Must Speak Out on Governor’s Tax Plan!
Most of you remember the fable that tells of a leader who showed up naked, yet was so powerful that no one said a word. Our Governor has shown strong leadership during our state’s worst economic crisis and enjoys high ratings among Nevadans. However, … [Read more...] about The Emperor Has No Clothes: Businesses Must Speak Out on Governor’s Tax Plan!
2015 Wish List: Eliminate Things That Don’t Make Cents
For many people, the New Year is a time to take a look at their lives and make resolutions to improve themselves, their families and their careers. It's a time to set goals and it's a time of the best of intentions. This year, I'd like to take a … [Read more...] about 2015 Wish List: Eliminate Things That Don’t Make Cents
Business Leaders Unite: Educate Your Employees about Question 3 – The Margin Tax
One of the dangers of the Margin Tax is that so many business owners think it’s such bad policy that it will never pass. However, a recent poll suggests otherwise. In fact the poll, which was conducted before the Coalition to Defeat the Margin Tax … [Read more...] about Business Leaders Unite: Educate Your Employees about Question 3 – The Margin Tax