What has Brad von Gillern done about property taxes?

Property taxes have been one of Brad’s primary areas of focus since entering the Legislature. He has supported major state investments in property tax relief and believes the next step must address the spending side of the equation.

Brad’s position is simple: when property valuations rise rapidly, local governments shouldn’t automatically receive a spending windfall. He supports stronger limits on the growth of local government spending so rising valuations don’t simply become higher property tax bills.

Even after providing 20% more relief, property taxes are still too high, and Brad considers additional property tax reform a top priority for a second term.

Does Brad von Gillern support public education?

Yes.

Brad believes Nebraska students should have some of the best educational opportunities in America. During his first term, he supported major state investment in public education and worked directly with educators on school funding, teacher recruitment, curriculum and classroom safety.

He also believes additional spending must produce better results for students. Brad supports attracting and retaining great teachers, improving student outcomes, maintaining safe classrooms and taking a serious look at Nebraska’s school funding formula.

Does Brad believe Nebraska spends too much on schools?

Brad does not believe the question should simply be whether Nebraska spends “more” or “less” on education.

The better question is whether students are getting the results they deserve from the resources taxpayers provide.

Brad supports strong funding for public education while also supporting accountability, better student outcomes and reform of Nebraska’s school funding system.

What has Brad von Gillern done on income taxes?

Tax policy has been a major focus of Brad’s first term. He helped carry legislation that cut Nebraska’s individual income tax rates in half and has continued working to keep Nebraska competitive with neighboring states.

Brad believes high income taxes make it harder to attract businesses, workers and investment and can encourage young Nebraskans to build their lives elsewhere.

His goal is a lower overall tax burden that allows families to thrive and Nebraska to compete and grow.

Why does Brad talk so much about government spending?

Because every dollar government spends ultimately comes from taxpayers.

Brad spent decades running a business before entering public office. That experience taught him to look at expenses, results and return on investment.

He believes government programs should have a purpose, produce measurable results and be regularly reviewed. Programs that no longer work or aren’t needed shouldn’t continue simply because they’ve always existed.

What does Brad von Gillern believe about economic development?

Brad believes Nebraska needs economic growth to create better jobs, increase wages and broaden the tax base.

That means maintaining competitive taxes, developing Nebraska’s workforce, investing wisely in infrastructure and creating an environment where businesses can start, expand and invest.

His goal isn’t simply attracting companies to Nebraska. It’s creating an economy where Nebraska businesses can grow and young Nebraskans have compelling reasons to stay.

What has Brad done on infrastructure?

Brad introduced legislation creating an Infrastructure Review Task Force to evaluate Nebraska’s highway system and infrastructure needs. The measure passed in 2025.

With decades of experience in construction, Brad believes Nebraska should identify infrastructure needs before they become emergencies and prioritize projects based on long-term value to taxpayers.

What does Brad believe about public safety?

Brad supports law enforcement, firefighters and other first responders and believes violent and repeat offenders should face meaningful consequences.

He has also worked on legislation involving school safety and stronger penalties for sexual assault in school environments.

Brad believes public safety policy should protect victims, support law enforcement and use effective education and rehabilitation programs where they can reduce recidivism.

Why did Brad von Gillern run for the Legislature?

For Brad, public service is an extension of a lifetime spent serving his community.

Before entering the Legislature, he spent decades involved with nonprofit and charitable organizations while building and leading a Nebraska construction company.

He approaches public policy much the same way he approached problems in business: understand what’s broken, find a practical solution and get to work fixing it.

What committees does Brad von Gillern serve on?

Brad serves as Chairman of the Nebraska Legislature’s Revenue Committee and is also a member of the Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee.

The Revenue Committee handles many of the tax issues that have been central to Brad’s work in the Legislature.

What is Brad’s top priority for a second term?

Other than balancing the budget, property tax relief remains near the top of the list.

Brad also identifies keeping Nebraska tax-competitive, creating jobs and improving educational opportunities as major priorities. In a 2026 candidate questionnaire, he specifically identified tax policy, job creation and educational opportunity as priorities for another term.

Does Brad believe his first term was successful?

Yes, but he doesn’t believe the work is finished.

Brad has pointed to income tax reductions, major investments in property tax relief and education, and his work with educators as some accomplishments from his first term. At the same time, he has said rising property taxes, Nebraska’s competitiveness and shortcomings in educational outcomes are reasons he is seeking another term.