Executive Board publication bill approved

State law related to the compilation, printing and distribution of several official legislative documents was updated by a bill passed April 9.

LB1236, introduced by the Executive Board, consolidates those duties under the Office of the Clerk of the Legislature and authorizes the clerk to distribute session laws, the legislative journal and state statutes in print, electronic or both formats.

The bill also eliminates mandatory provision of certain documents in specific quantities, instead making them available for distribution upon request.

LB1236 passed on a 49-0 vote and takes effect immediately.