A group of state senators in Nebraska, led by Sen. Brian Hardin of Gering, have withdrawn legislative proposals aimed at rewriting the state’s tax code in favor of consumption taxes. The effort, known as the “EPIC Option,” sought to eliminate property, income, corporate, and miscellaneous taxes in favor of retail consumption taxes by 2028. Despite falling short in the Legislature and through signature-gathering efforts, supporters remain determined to bring the issue to voters. Hardin cited the need for additional data and the timing of public hearings as reasons for the withdrawal, with plans to reintroduce the proposals in 2026 for a potential ballot appearance in 2026. State Sen. Steve Erdman, who originally championed the EPIC Option, expressed confidence in the movement’s future, emphasizing the need for big, bold changes in the state’s tax system. The withdrawal motions will go to a procedural vote of the full Legislature later in the session, with hopes for a revised and more effective effort in the future. The EPIC Option remains a significant issue for Nebraskans grappling with high taxes on homes, farms, and businesses, signaling a potential shift in tax policy in the state.
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