Omaha Sen. Ashlei Spivey’s roots run deep in Omaha. Born and raised in District 13, she has been involved in the North Omaha community throughout her life as a business owner, nonprofit executive director and now as a freshman state senator.
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The Health and Human Services Committee considered a bill March 13 intended to provide insurance “express lane eligibility” for children enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
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A bill that would provide certified teachers with paid family and medical leave was considered by the Education Committee March 10.
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A measure that would prohibit local government entities from imposing rent controls cleared the first round of debate March 10.
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A bill that would add mold and pest infestation to the list of maintenance emergencies that constitute a breach of contract between a landlord and tenant in Nebraska law was considered Feb. 20 by the Judiciary Committee.
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A proposal intended to connect postpartum mothers and infants enrolled in Medicaid with in-home support services was amended and advanced from general file Feb. 10.
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A bill that would redefine and limit the use of restrictive housing in the state’s correctional facilities was heard by the Judiciary Committee Jan. 24.
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Senators reconvened Jan. 17 to continue introduction of new bills.
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Senators reconvened Jan. 10 to continue introduction of new bills.
Read MoreThe Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony Feb. 14 on a bill that would provide Medicaid coverage for doula services in Nebraska.
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