Data collection program to improve broadband availability advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval Feb. 18 to a bill that would help Nebraska obtain federal funding for increased broadband availability.
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Data collection program proposed to improve broadband availability
The Transportation and Telecommunications Committee heard testimony on a bill Feb. 3 that would help Nebraska obtain federal funding for increased broadband availability.
Read moreTwo-person crews requested for freight trains
A bill intended to improve safety for freight train crews was considered March 5 by the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee.
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Brandt brings rural issues to the Capitol
Sen. Tom Brandt never envisioned being a politician. The fourth-generation farmer from Plymouth was content working his 1,100 acres, but the misconceptions that some Nebraskans had about rural life bothered him.
Read moreNew mapping system for rural telecom capacity proposed
The Transportation and Telecommunications Committee heard a proposal Feb. 4 aimed at providing a better understanding of rural access to
Read moreDay eight bill introduction
Senators reconvened Jan. 18 to introduce new bills.
Among the 73 measures introduced were:
LB413, sponsored by Plymouth Sen. Tom Brandt, which would change application submission deadlines under the Nebraska Advantage Act;
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