Midwifery measure considered
The Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony Feb. 12 on a proposal that seeks to expand birthing options for Nebraska mothers.
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Committees
Bill would expand liability in certain sexual abuse cases
The state of Nebraska and its political subdivisions could be held legally liable for claims of child sexual abuse or sexual abuse of individuals with developmental disabilities under a measure discussed by the Judiciary Committee Feb. 12
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Bill seeks to increase adult liability for gun access, unsafe storage
A proposal aimed at strengthening legal liability for adults who allow children under 14 to access firearms in certain situations was considered by the Judiciary Committee Feb. 12.
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Recall option proposed for statewide office holders
The Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee considered a proposed constitutional amendment Feb. 11 that would allow Nebraska voters to recall statewide office holders.
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Bill would target fraudulent social media ads
The Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee heard testimony Feb. 10 on a measure that seeks to hold accountable social media platforms that accept paid advertising.
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Changes sought to Medicaid long-term care program
The Appropriations Committee heard testimony Feb. 9 on a measure that seeks to provide greater funding flexibility for Medicaid beneficiaries who choose to transition from institutional long-term care settings to alternative home and community-based settings.
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Two-tier property valuation system proposed
The Revenue Committee heard testimony Feb. 12 on a proposal to change Nebraska’s property valuation system and limit annual property tax increases.
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Municipal natural gas sales authorization amended, advanced
A bill that would allow certain Nebraska cities to contract with large-scale natural gas users advanced to the final round of debate Feb. 12 after lawmakers narrowed its scope.
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Central registry, prevention case changes approved
Lawmakers gave final approval Feb. 12 to a bill that establishes an appeals process for individuals before their names are added to either of two state registries dealing with abuse, neglect or exploitation of vulnerable adults and children.
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Health care certificate of need timeline extended
A bill that extends an application timeline for Nebraska health care facilities seeking to expand or increase capacity was approved Feb. 12.
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Pre-approval for certain public health measures approved
Lawmakers gave final approval Feb. 12 to a measure that puts constraints around community-wide directed health measures.
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Temporary event license for visiting body artists amended, advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval Feb. 9 to a bill that would create a temporary event license for body artists visiting Nebraska from other states.
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Stricter penalties proposed for burn permit violations
A measure aimed at strengthening Nebraska’s open burn laws was discussed by the Judiciary Committee Feb. 11.
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Game Law update amended, advanced
A bill updating several provisions related to the state Game and Parks Commission received first-round approval from lawmakers Feb. 11 after it was amended to remove a proposed penalty for wildlife trafficking.
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Retirement changes clear first round
Senators advanced three bills from general file Feb. 11 that would make changes to the state’s retirement systems.
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