Increased law enforcement standards advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval April 21 to a bill that would increase certification and training standards for Nebraska law enforcement officers.
Read moreLawmakers gave first-round approval April 21 to a bill that would increase certification and training standards for Nebraska law enforcement officers.
Read moreNebraska judges will receive a raise under a bill passed by the Legislature April 20.
Read moreA bill to expand student journalist and advisor protections did not advance from select file April 14 after a motion to end debate and force a vote on the proposal failed.
Read moreIndividuals found guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs could enroll in an alternative diversion program under a bill advanced from general file April 12.
Read moreNebraska judges would receive a raise under a bill advanced from general file April 9.
Read moreLawmakers advanced a bill from general file April 7 that would ensure legal representation for juveniles facing removal from their home by the state.
Read moreIndividuals who have experienced domestic or sexual violence could avoid a lengthy and expensive reimbursement process under a bill advanced from general file April 6.
Read moreJuveniles housed in the state’s youth rehabilitation and treatment centers could be moved more quickly during an emergency situation under a bill advanced from general file March 29.
Read moreLawmakers advanced a bill from general file March 25 that was amended to include several changes to existing landlord and tenant statutes.
Read moreStudent journalists would have stronger First Amendment protections under a bill advanced from general file March 18 following debate spanning several days.
Read moreA bill that would allow patients to receive medical abortion services through telehealth was considered by members of the Judiciary Committee March 12.
Read moreA proposal meant to protect the privacy of certain personal information was heard March 11 by the Judiciary Committee.
Read moreA bill that would approve certain forms of cannabis for medical use was heard by members of the Judiciary Committee March 10.
Read moreMembers of the Judiciary Committee considered a proposal March 4 to add applicable human trafficking offenses under the state’s Sex Offender Registry Act.
Read moreJudges no longer could set cash bond as a condition for pre-trial release under a bill heard by the Judiciary Committee March 4.
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