School funding proposal held on first round
A proposal to modify Nebraska’s school funding formula and direct additional state aid to public schools was held on general file Feb. 11.
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Lake, water recreation projects proposed
Nebraska would build a lake between Omaha and Lincoln to boost recreational opportunities and economic development under a proposal heard Feb. 10 by the Natural Resources Committee.
Read MoreRepeal of state immunity against child sexual abuse claims proposed
A bill intended to create parity in public and private sector liability for child sexual abuse claims was heard by the Judiciary Committee Feb. 9.
Read MoreInheritance tax cut approved
Lawmakers passed a bill Feb. 11 that cuts inheritance tax rates on beneficiaries and increases the amount of property value that is exempt from the tax.
Read MoreExpanded children’s health care coverage sought
The Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony Feb. 10 on a bill intended to streamline the process for certain children in Nebraska to obtain health insurance.
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Offutt funding proposals considered
The Appropriations Committee considered two proposals Feb. 10 to help fund projects related to Offutt Air Force Base.
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Scrutiny of state purchasing, contracting practices sought
The Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee heard testimony Feb. 10 on a bill that would require an evaluation of Nebraska Department of Administrative Services procurement practices.
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Proposal to ban obscene digital resources considered
The Judiciary Committee heard testimony Feb. 9 on a bill aimed at prohibiting K-12 students from accessing digital content that is deemed obscene.
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Canal proposal seeks to preserve Nebraska water rights under compact
A canal would divert South Platte River flows from Colorado to Nebraska under a bill heard Feb. 9 by the Natural Resources Committee.
Read MorePandemic funds sought for independent meat processors
The Appropriations Committee heard testimony Feb. 9 on a proposal that would use federal pandemic relief funds to assist independent meat processors in Nebraska.
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Bill seeks to expedite rail access projects
More funds would be available for projects outlined in a recently enacted state law under a bill considered Feb. 8 by the Appropriations Committee.
Read MoreTemporary extension of youth transition program considered
Nebraskans aging out of the Bridge to Independence program could receive $1,000 a month for up to two years under a bill heard Feb. 9 by the Health and Human Services Committee. The program provides a system of supports for state wards and juvenile-adjudicated youth as they transition out of the foster care or juvenile justice systems.
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Bill to clarify retirement rules amended, advanced
A bill that would make several changes to laws covering administration of Nebraska’s state retirement programs was amended and advanced from general file Feb. 9.
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COVID-19 vaccine exemption amended, advanced
A bill providing a process for exemptions to employer COVID-19 vaccine mandates advanced from general file Feb. 9.
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Autism screening requirement proposed
School boards would require children to be screened for autism spectrum disorder under a bill heard Feb. 8 by the Education Committee.
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