An attempt to override the governor’s veto of a bill to eliminate the state’s lifetime ban on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility for individuals with certain drug-related convictions fell short May 19.
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Lawmakers gave final approval May 15 to six components of the state’s $11 billion, two-year budget package.
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Lawmakers gave final approval May 14 to a bill that updates the structure and duties of the state’s Commission on African American Affairs.
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A bill on final reading that would align Nebraska’s transportation statutes with federal regulations was returned to select file May 14 and amended to include a sunset date for a proposed driver record fee increase.
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A bill introduced to clarify the calculation of “good time” for individuals serving city or county jail sentences passed May 14.
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An omnibus bill related to purchasing, contracts and administrative procedures was approved by lawmakers May 14.
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Lawmakers passed a bill May 14 that makes changes to tourism marketing grants.
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Provisions of law related to pharmacy benefit managers were updated by passage of a bill May 14.
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A measure intended to strengthen confidentiality laws related to the residences of members of certain professions in Nebraska passed May 14.
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Senators approved a bill May 14 that updates state law regulating telecommunications companies and common carriers.
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A Natural Resources Committee omnibus bill that creates a battery collection and recycling program received final approval from lawmakers May 14.
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A measure that would establish registration and reporting requirements for certain foreign entities in Nebraska was amended and advanced from select file May 14.
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Lawmakers approved a bill May 14 intended to help additional rural fire protection districts qualify for state financial aid.
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Lawmakers approved a bill May 14 intended to ensure that motor vehicle manufacturers fairly compensate Nebraska new car and truck dealers for warranty service.
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A measure intended to manage the impact of cryptocurrency mining operations on Nebraska’s electrical grid received final approval from lawmakers May 14.
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