Nebraska’s projected deficit for 2028-29 budget worsens to $1.2 billion
New economic forecasts keep state’s current budget deficit flat, while increasing future shortfall
Former State Treasurer Tom Briese, a former state senator who is also one of the newest members of the the Nebraska Economic Forecasting Advisory Board, during a board meeting at the Nebraska State Capitol on Oct. 30, 2026, in Lincoln. (Photo by Zach Wendling/Nebraska Examiner)