Income tax reform in lincoln. He outlined his budget priorities, including investments in k through 12 education. He spoke for about half an hour. Thank you. President poly, speaker scheer, members of the 105th legislature, tribal chairman, distinguished guests, friends, fellow nebraskans, and, of course, our first lady, my lovely wife suzanne. Good morning. [ applause ] now, before we get started here today, i understand that we have somebody whos got a birthday today. Kitty, today is your 70th birthday today, is that right . Give her a round of applause. [ applause ] i will spare you my rendition of happy birthday. Everybodys happy about that, too. Well, congratulations on the commencement of the 105th Nebraska Legislature. I want to thank each and every one of you for your willingness to serve our fellow citizens. I also want to highlight that you are beginning a historic year. The 150th of our statehood which we will celebrate on march 1st, our sesquicentennial. [ applause ] i am h