Constitutional property tax cap, other measures proposed
Proposals that would change how real property is valued and taxed in Nebraska were among those considered by the Revenue Committee August 1.
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Mobile sports betting proposals considered
The General Affairs Committee heard testimony July 31 on two proposals that would authorize sports wagering through mobile platforms in Nebraska.
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Bill would provide income tax credit for renters
Nebraska renters would be eligible to claim an income tax credit on rent paid during the previous year under a bill considered July 29 by the Revenue Committee.
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Day two bill introduction
Lawmakers reconvened July 26 to continue bill introduction.
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Special session convenes, bill introduction begins
Lawmakers convened July 25 to begin the first special session of the 108th Nebraska Legislature.
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Session Review: Appropriations Committee
Lawmakers made adjustments to the state’s two-year budget, approved a number of claims against the state and authorized millions in state dollars for private school K-12 scholarships this session.
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Session Review: Banking, Commerce and Insurance
Expanding coverage for cancer screenings, tightening regulations on land purchase transactions and updating banking regulations were among the issues considered by the Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee this session.
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Session Review: Government, Military and Veterans Affairs
Lawmakers removed a voting restriction for Nebraskans with felony convictions, approved a series of government reforms and placed a troubled state agency under the direct authority of the governor this session.
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Session Review: Natural Resources
Bills intended to ensure the reliability of the electric grid and better balance the conservation of Nebraska’s threatened and endangered species with highway maintenance were among those advanced by the Natural Resources Committee this session.
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Session Review: Nebraska Retirement Systems
Senators approved measures this session that make changes to laws covering administration of the retirement programs of the Nebraska State Patrol and certain firefighters.
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Session Review: Revenue
The Revenue Committee advanced bills this session creating an array of tax credits, allowing businesses to deduct certain expenses immediately and authorizing cities to use local tax revenue to pay for the development of special retail districts.
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Session Review: Urban Affairs
The Urban Affairs Committee advanced bills this session intended to coordinate anti-poverty initiatives, address concerns about Omaha’s public housing agency and give community members greater say in the development of a proposed inland port district in Omaha.
Read MoreRevenue package containing good life district changes approved
Lawmakers gave final approval April 18 to a package of tax-related measures, including one under which cities may use local tax revenue to pay for the development of special retail districts.
Read MoreFull expensing provisions clear final round
Lawmakers approved a bill April 18 intended to incentivize Nebraska businesses to invest in new equipment and technology.
Read MoreTax credits for caregivers, others created
Lawmakers approved a bill April 18 creating several new tax credits, including one to help Nebraskans offset expenses they incur when caring for a family member.
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