The following report summarizes the work of the Government Task Force of the Nebraska Rural Development Commission. Additional information can be obtained by contacting the liaison identified in each section or by calling the Commission Office toll free at 877.814.4707. GAP or Nebraska Government Assistance Project is an emerging initiative being supported by the Commission in cooperation with other organizations. The following activities are now gathering under the GAP umbrella. LB1114 and LB806 are having dramatic combined effects on the ability of rural communities to finance K-12 education.
Additional information is now available regarding interim study actions.
Rural School Policy. Rural schools represent possibly the most important public institution in most rural communities. Support for this work is being provided by the Rural Education Forum, Center for Rural Affairs, School at the Center, and the Commission. Preliminary indications are that Nebraska may receive additional financial support from the Annenberg Foundation to assist with this project. 483.5410 for additional information.