LINCOLN- Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry's President Bryan Slone says Nebraska is positioned to emerge in better economic standing than most states. He focused on opportunities created for people 18-34 years old that are able to be done remotely. He gave credit to the Legislature and Governor Ricketts for allowing the state to not go into a complete lockdown for the economic state.

Slone noted that senators applied the state sales tax to internet sales that "created a level playing field" for Nebraska's businesses. Nebraska's banks are a national leader in processing paycheck protection loans. He also said that child care "will be a significant issue" as the economy will be changed as 10%-20% of people will continue to work from home.

Jim Smith, president of Blueprint Nebraska, says the state needs to realign their tax strategy and create a more welcoming state for young people. Blueprint Nebraska was created to propose a statewide economic development plan.

Community colleges will be a crucial partner for Blueprint Nebraska's plans. Southeast Community College is opening a training center that will educate a skilled workforce in health sciences. Slone believes community colleges will be game-changers.

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