Bill would allow expanded all-mail elections
All Nebraska voting precincts could potentially hold elections entirely by mail under a bill considered by the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee March 19.
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Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh
Extended access to lead service line funds considered
The Appropriations Committee heard testimony March 18 on a measure intended to ensure that state funds for lead service line replacement remain available for that purpose.
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Child care subsidy reimbursement changes advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval March 5 to a bill that seeks to change how child care providers are reimbursed under the state’s Child Care Subsidy program.
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Bill would expand youth transitional services
The Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony Feb. 12 on a bill that seeks to expand transitional services to young adults regardless of immigration status who are involved in the state’s foster care and juvenile justice systems.
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Cigarette tax increase proposed
An increase in cigarette taxes would be used to fund property tax relief and Medicaid waiver services under a bill heard by the Revenue Committee July 29.
Read MorePreservation of sexual assault forensic evidence extended
Individuals who have undergone a sexual assault forensic examination can request law enforcement to preserve their forensic evidence for an additional 20 years under a bill passed by senators April 11.
Read MoreMedicaid translation requirement approved
A bill that requires the state to provide coverage for all necessary translation and interpretation services for individuals who receive Medicaid passed April 11.
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Extended preservation of sexual assault forensic evidence advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval April 2 to a proposal that would allow individuals who have undergone a sexual assault forensic examination to request law enforcement to preserve their forensic evidence for an additional 20 years.
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Medicaid translation requirement clears first round
A bill that would require the state to provide coverage for all necessary translation and interpretation services for individuals who receive Medicaid was broadened and advanced from the first round of debate March 7.
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Bill would require annual TANF report
The Health and Human Services Committee considered a bill Feb. 28 that seeks to increase transparency regarding the use of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program funds.
Read MoreExtended preservation of sexual assault forensic evidence considered
Individuals who have undergone a forensic examination following a reported sexual assault could request that law enforcement preserve that forensic
Read MoreDay five bill introduction
Senators reconvened Jan. 9 to continue introduction of new bills.
Read MoreDoula services considered for incarcerated women, juvenile offenders
The Judiciary Committee heard testimony March 22 on a bill that would create a pilot program to offer doula services for pregnant incarcerated individuals and juvenile offenders.
Read MoreCapitol weapons ban considered
A bill introduced in the Judiciary Committee March 16 would prohibit possession of deadly weapons in the Nebraska State Capitol and on surrounding Capitol grounds.
Read MoreDirect cash assistance increase proposed
A bill intended to increase access to direct cash assistance for low-income families in Nebraska was considered by the Health and Human Services Committee March 8.
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