Growing Nebraska's Innovation

Produced in cooperation with NET Television, the Growing Nebraska's Innovation video highlights the role of Nebraska entrepreneurs and the state's efforts to improve the economic climate for businesses and entrepreneurs throughout Nebraska.

Final TI2 Action Plan

Download the Talent & Innovation Initative
brochure and funding matrix

One of the most important accomplishments of the recently concluded legislative session was the passage of several bills focused on creating new momentum for developing and attracting businesses rooted in technology and innovation—Talent and Innovation Initiative. The Nebraska Department of Economic Development has implemented these programs, and additional information on each bill will be posted on its own page below.

1. Intern Nebraska Program
   The program went into effect on June 1st.
   Creates new internship opportunities for college and university students to gain job experience working with companies across the state. Program information and applications can be found on its program page here. The paid internship portal can be found at InternNE.com.
2. Angel Investment Tax Credit
   The program went into effect on August 10th.
   Encourages investment in high-tech and other startup Nebraska enterprises by helping attract private funding. The tax credit is refundable and available to a wide range of industries making Nebraska's Angel Investment Tax Credit one of the most competitive in the nation. Program information and applications can be found on its program page here.
3. Site and Building Development Fund
   The program went into effect on October 3rd.
   Increase industrial sites available and ready for business development. 
4. Business Innovation Act
   The program went into effect on October 3rd.
   Provides funding to help businesses develop new technologies that lead to quality job opportunities across the state. Competitive grants will provide funding and technical assistance for research at Nebraska institutions, new product development and testing, and help expand small business and entrepreneur outreach efforts. Program information and applications can be found on its program page here.

Monthly New Initiatives Report