Nebraska Opportunity Zones 2.0
Nebraska has 112 tracts eligible for Opportunity Zone 2.0 designation. Track the selection process, deadlines, and nominations as they happen.
Selection Process
Nebraska OZ 2.0 Selection Process
Last updated: April 17, 2026. Status: Active — accepting applications through May 1, 2026.
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) is leading Nebraska's OZ 2.0 selection process. Nebraska has 112 census tracts eligible for OZ 2.0 designation, and the state can nominate up to 28 tracts under the 25% federal cap.
Process timeline:
- March 2, 2026: DED opened the OZ 2.0 application window to municipalities, counties, tribal nations, and economic development organizations.
- May 1, 2026: Applications close.
- Summer 2026: DED reviews applications and refers recommendations to Governor Jim Pillen.
- By September 29, 2026: Governor Pillen submits final nominations to Treasury.
Governor Pillen, announcing Nebraska's process, stated: "Opportunity Zones are powerful tools that help create jobs and growth in areas that need new investment."
Submit questions or applications to: [email protected] or Laura Strimple at (402) 580-9495.
Where Nebraska is in the process
Get notified when Nebraska files OZ 2.0 nominations
One email the moment Nebraska's governor submits nominations to Treasury. One more when Treasury certifies.