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(KTNC) - Governor Dave Heineman bid good-bye to the Nebraska Legislature in a speech Wednesday, the final day of the 90-day session.
Heineman praised lawmakers for the work they accomplished, especially on agreeing to a two-year budget. (play audio :23 “the cash reserve.”)
In addition to the state budget, Heineman praised the legislature for passage of three tax reform bills and a juvenile justice reform bill. (play audio :14 “families involved.”)
The governor also praised the legislature for one thing it didn’t do. (play audio :23 “children’s education.”)
The governor says tax reform will be the top issue in the 2014 legislative session.
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