Syracuse senator to lead push to repeal Nebraska’s inheritance tax

By: Erin Bamer

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: October 1, 2026

Words: 573

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago


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LINCOLN — Following the departure of term-limited state Sen. Rob Clements of Elmwood, Sen. Robert Hallstrom of Syracuse is set to take over the fight to repeal Nebraska’s inheritance tax in the Legislature.

Conservative think tank the Platte Institute released a report Wednesday detailing its latest arguments for repealing the inheritance tax. Spokesman Ryan Kopsa said the group’s members are working with Hallstrom on legislation for an upcoming session.

Such legislation is not new to …

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