Shortened unemployment eligibility discussed
Senators began first-round debate March 5 on a proposal that seeks to lessen the number of weeks a person can receive unemployment benefits in Nebraska under the Employment Security Act.
Read MoreSenators began first-round debate March 5 on a proposal that seeks to lessen the number of weeks a person can receive unemployment benefits in Nebraska under the Employment Security Act.
Read MoreThe Business and Labor Committee considered a bill Feb. 12 that would make changes to state law regarding name, image and likeness income opportunities for student athletes.
Read MoreAll Nebraska hotel employees would be required to undergo mandatory training on human trafficking issues under a bill considered Feb. 12 by the Business and Labor Committee.
Read MoreParents would be given paid time off to attend a family member’s school-related activities under a bill heard by the
Read MoreThe Business and Labor Committee heard testimony Jan. 22 on a bill intended to assist individuals who are receiving public benefits to achieve full-time employment through a registered apprenticeship program.
Read MoreLawmakers approved an omnibus bill this session relating to the regulation of business and labor law in Nebraska.
Read MoreA bill containing a variety of business and labor measures passed the final round of debate May 24.
Read MoreSeveral additional claims totaling more than $26 million were added during the second round of debate May 8 to a measure that would authorize payment of claims against the state.
Read MoreA bill containing a variety of business and labor measures advanced from general file April 20 after a successful cloture motion.
Read MorePayment of certain claims against the state would be approved by a bill advanced from general file April 11.
Read MoreThe Business and Labor Committee heard testimony March 13 on a bill that seeks to strengthen existing limits on an employer’s ability to inquire about an applicant’s criminal history.
Read MoreThe Business and Labor Committee heard testimony March 13 on a bill that would ensure Nebraskans who engage in marketplace network platforms remain independent contractors.
Read MoreThe Business and Labor Committee heard testimony Feb. 13 on a bill that would cap upcoming annual cost-of-living increases to the state’s minimum wage.
Read MoreA bill heard by the Business and Labor Committee Feb. 13 would expand workers’ compensation coverage for mental injuries and illnesses to include non-physical injury cases resulting from workplace violence.
Read MoreThe Business and Labor Committee heard testimony Jan. 30 on a bill that would create a youth minimum wage and a training wage for certain new employees in Nebraska.
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