Virtual meeting bill passed
Local political subdivisions have greater flexibility to meet virtually under a bill passed April 15. LB83, introduced by Norfolk Sen.
Read moreIn-state tuition for AmeriCorps participants approved
Senators passed a bill April 15 that makes certain AmeriCorp participants eligible for in-state tuition at Nebraska higher education institutions.
Read moreIn-state tuition for home-school students approved
Nebraska home-school students are eligible for in-state tuition at Nebraska postsecondary educational institutions under a bill approved by lawmakers April 15.
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Bill to expand SNAP eligibility advanced
More Nebraskans would be eligible for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as food stamps, under a bill advanced from general file April 14.
Read moreCloture attempt on student journalist, adviser free speech protections fails
A 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 moreRural-based broadband funding plan amended, advanced
A bill meant to give rural customers more input on their broadband carriers was advanced from select file April 14.
Read moreCarbon sequestration framework amended, advanced
Operators of carbon sequestration facilities in Nebraska would have to complete a seismic risk assessment before receiving a permit under a bill advanced to the final round of debate April 14.
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State budget amended, advanced with prison funding compromise
Following discussion of several proposed changes, lawmakers gave second-round approval April 13 to the state’s $9.7 billion budget package. The state budget is structured on a two-year basis, with the budget enacted during legislative sessions held in odd-numbered years.
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Pretrial DUI sobriety program clears first round
Individuals 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 moreBare-knuckle boxing, kickboxing regulation approved
Fight fans in Nebraska have more viewing options following passage of a bill April 12.
Read morePurple star designation for military friendly schools approved
Nebraska schools that take measures to welcome military-connected students may receive a special designation under a bill passed by the Legislature April 12.
Read moreVeteran license plate registry passed
Lawmakers approved a bill April 12 that imposes new requirements on individuals seeking certain armed services license plates.
Read moreIncome tax credit for passthroughs modified, advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval April 12 to a bill that would change the way in which passthrough entities claim a refundable income tax credit under the Property Tax Incentive Act.
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New timeline requirements for abandoned vehicles advanced
Nebraska law enforcement would be required to make timely abandoned vehicle reports under a bill advanced from general file April 12.
Read moreAppointments made to special committees
The Executive Board of the Legislature announced appointments to two special committees April 8.
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