September 2024 NEBRASKA CATTLEMAN 29 YOUR BEST SHOT... at Strategic Trace Mineral Supplementation Research-proven to support immunity1 Multimin® 90 (zinc, copper, manganese, and selenium injection) is a one-of-a-kind solution to provide trace minerals. Research shows that supplementing trace minerals with Multimin 90 in a calf vaccination program tended to result in higher BVDV1 titers, resulting in 80% of calves reaching protective antibody levels versus 53% of the control group. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR MULTIMIN® 90: Not for use in humans, keep out of reach of children. Multimin 90 has a preslaughter withdrawal time of 14 days after injection. Do not use during the first trimester of pregnancy or in pre-ruminant calves as safety has not been established. Selenium and copper are toxic if administered in excess and may lead to sudden death, depression, weakness, ataxia, salivation, and drooling. Do not use concurrently with other selenium or copper injections or boluses. Maximum volume per injection site is 7 mL. Allow a minimum of 30 days before considering repeat dosing. See prescribing information. 1Palomares, R.A., et al. 2016. Veterinary Immunology and Immunopathology. 178(1):88-98. AX-00002-00 © 2024 Axiota® (zinc, copper, manganese, and selenium injection) Visit axiota.com or scan the QR code for more information. MATTHEW MELCHOR | NC DIRECTOR OF STATE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS tax credits to account for the state’s increased cost of funding K-12 education. The cost of this proposed tax bill is estimated at nearly $3 billion. On August 12, an amendment was made to LB 34 consolidating pieces of LB 1 and LB 9. Major changes in this amendment are the elimination of ag machinery and equipment sales or excise tax, an increase in the property tax levy from an originally stated $0.25 in LB 9 to $0.30 by 2028. The bill includes the elimination of more than 70 tax exemptions and repurposing of the Tier I tax credits. After hours of debate, this modified amendment passed the Legislature by a vote of 36-8-4, which frontloads Tier II credits and places spending caps on local governments. There will be no additional funding for schools, and the current school funding formula will not be changed. NC has also been tracking LB 2 and LB 3, which look to reallocate funds from state agencies and repurpose appropriations. There are concerns with provisions of LB 3 including reallocation of Corn Checkoff funds and expansion of powers of state agency directors, giving them the ability to change fees without the current rules and regulations process. NC legislative positions are based on policy language adopted by the NC Board in January, which reads: Nebraska Cattlemen supports increasing sales tax collected by broadening the base, increasing the rate or a combination thereof so long as sales taxes are not placed on true business inputs, with the net effect being long-term reductions in property taxes. Nebraska Cattlemen further supports mechanisms that reduce, cap or limit the spending of political subdivisions. The special session is a fast-moving and ever-changing environment. The information provided above is as up-to-date as Nebraska Cattlemen can provide as of press time. NC staff will continue to monitor hearings, testimonies and motions at the Capitol in Lincoln. Property tax relief and reform is a top priority for Nebraska Cattlemen, and we will continue to advocate for meaningful change that aligns with NC policy. If you have questions or concerns regarding the special legislative session, you can contact me at mmelchor@necattlemen.org or (402) 475-2333. ~NC~ During Special Session
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