Members give lobbying direction on five issues
NFIB thanks its Nebraska members who took the time to vote their state ballot. Other associations poll their members but NFIB is the only one which centers its lobbying positions, both in Lincoln and Washington D.C., on what its members tell it through annual surveys are their concerns. The 2019 Nebraska State Ballot asked five questions.
1. Should each Nebraska resident be required to carry health insurance or pay a penalty?
Yes—13 percent
No—76 percent
Und.—11 percent
2. In light of a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling, should Nebraska enact legislation promoting public sector union membership?
Yes—2 percent
No—85 percent
Und.—13 percent
3. Should Nebraska provide more funding for workforce development/job training?
Yes—45 percent
No—40 percent
Und.—15 percent
4. Do you support legislation to waive fines and penalties for first-time regulatory infractions that cause no immediate harm?
Yes—85 percent
No—9 percent
Und.—6 percent
5. Should business and occupational licensing be done only at the state level?
Yes—63 percent
No—16 percent
Und.—21 percent
