Banking, Commerce and Insurance
Emergency medical billing and updates to a variety of banking laws were among the issues considered by the Legislature this session.
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Banking Commerce and Insurance
Omnibus banking bill passed
Senators passed a bill Aug. 11 that makes a number of changes to state banking laws.
Read moreDermatology access expanded
Dermatology services conducted through asynchronous review may be covered by a patient’s individual health insurance under a bill passed July 31.
Read moreMeasure to address surprise medical bills approved
Lawmakers passed on final reading a bill that would reduce “surprise billing” for emergency medical care July 21.
Read moreOmnibus banking bill passed
A bill that updates Nebraska banking law passed July 21.
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Bill to expand dermatology access advances
Dermatology services conducted through asynchronous review could be covered by a patient’s individual health insurance under a bill advanced from general file March 5.
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Omnibus banking bill advances
A bill that would change the Nebraska Model Business Corporation Act was amended to become an omnibus banking bill and advanced from general file March 5.
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Proposal to curb unexpected medical bills advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill from general file Feb. 20 that would reduce “surprise billing” for emergency medical care.
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Expanded insurance coverage for certain medications considered
The Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee considered two bills Feb. 18 designed to increase access to life-saving medication.
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Omnibus banking bill clears first round
A bill that would make several updates to Nebraska banking law was amended to become an omnibus banking bill and advanced from general file Feb. 18.
Read moreBill aims to protect vulnerable adults, seniors
Seniors and vulnerable adults would have greater protection from financial fraud under a bill discussed Jan. 28 by the Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee.
Read moreChanges sought for CPA exam
Students nearing the completion of an accounting degree would have more time to take the certified public accountant exam under a bill discussed Jan. 21 in a Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee hearing.
Read moreSession Review: Banking, Commerce and Insurance
Insurance coverage for children’s hearing aids and behavioral health services were addressed this session, along with regulation of automatic teller machine fees and real estate licenses.
Read moreHearing aid coverage for children approved
Lawmakers gave final approval May 23 to a bill that requires most health insurance plans to pay for hearing aids for young Nebraskans.
Read moreATM fee changes approved
Lawmakers passed a bill April 18 that changes certain ATM fees.
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