Legalization of medical cannabis stalls
A bill that would approve certain forms of cannabis for medical use did not advance from general file May 12 after a motion to end debate and force a vote on the proposal failed.
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Judiciary
COVID-19 liability protections advanced
Senators advanced a proposal from general file May 11 intended to prohibit frivolous coronavirus-related lawsuits.
Read moreIncreased law enforcement standards amended, advanced
Lawmakers amended and advanced a bill from select file May 10 that would increase certification and training standards for Nebraska law enforcement officers.
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Changes to state truancy statutes advanced
Students with excessive school absences could receive additional resources under a bill advanced from general file May 10.
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DNA collection for felony charges advanced after cloture
Forensic evidence would be collected upon arrest for felony charges under a bill advanced from general file May 7.
Read moreHair discrimination banned
A bill to extend employment discrimination protections was approved by lawmakers April 29.
Read moreFinancial assistance approved for assault patients
Individuals who have experienced domestic or sexual violence can avoid a lengthy and expensive reimbursement process under a bill passed by the Legislature April 29.
Read moreTenant protection omnibus bill passed
Senators passed a bill April 29 that makes several changes to existing landlord and tenant law.
Read moreJuvenile court standards amended, advanced
Lawmakers narrowed and advanced a bill from select file April 28 that would ensure legal consultation for juveniles facing serious criminal charges.
Read moreEmergency YRTC placements amended, advanced
Juveniles housed in the state’s youth rehabilitation and treatment centers could be moved more quickly during an emergency situation under a bill amended and advanced from select file April 28.
Read morePretrial DUI sobriety program amended, advanced
Individuals awaiting trial for driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs could enroll in an alternative diversion program under a bill amended and advanced from select file April 27.
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Increased law enforcement standards advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval April 21 to a bill that would increase certification and training standards for Nebraska law enforcement officers.
Read moreJudicial salaries increased
Nebraska judges will receive a raise under a bill passed by the Legislature April 20.
Read moreCloture attempt on student journalist, adviser free speech protections fails
A bill to expand student journalist and advisor protections did not advance from select file April 14 after a motion to end debate and force a vote on the proposal failed.
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Pretrial DUI sobriety program clears first round
Individuals awaiting trial for driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs could enroll in an alternative diversion program under a bill advanced from general file April 12.
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