State funding sought for rail access project
The state would provide matching funds for the development of an industrial rail access business park under a proposal heard Feb. 18 by the Revenue Committee.
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DUI alternative sobriety program considered
Individuals found guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs could enroll in an alternative diversion program under a bill heard Feb. 17 by the Judiciary Committee.
Read MoreInheritance tax rate cuts proposed
The Revenue Committee considered a proposal Feb. 18 that would cut state inheritance tax rates while increasing the amount of property value that is exempt from the tax.
Read MoreRanked-choice voting considered
The Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee heard testimony Feb. 18 on a bill that would end traditional voting in certain elections and instead allow voters to rank candidates.
Read MoreRedistricting proposal considered
The Executive Board heard testimony Feb. 17 on a proposal to guide the Legislature’s redistricting process.
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COVID-19 liability protections considered
The Judiciary Committee heard testimony Feb. 18 on a proposal meant to discourage frivolous lawsuits related to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
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Insurance changes sought for certain damaged vehicles
Nebraska insurers would be restricted in the use of aftermarket parts for certain vehicles under a bill considered Feb. 16 by the Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee.
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Voter ID constitutional amendment proposed
Nebraskans would decide if photo identification is required for voting under a constitutional amendment considered Feb. 17 by the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee.
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Sentencing reform proposed for younger offenders
Members of the Judiciary Committee heard testimony Feb. 17 on a bill that would change certain sentencing provisions for young offenders.
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Bill would reinstate winner-take-all electoral system
All five of Nebraska’s Electoral College votes would be assigned to the statewide winner in presidential elections under a bill considered Feb. 17 by the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee.
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“Clean slate” proposed for certain convictions
The Judiciary Committee heard testimony Feb. 17 on a bill meant to address the stigma of criminal conviction.
Read MoreBill seeks to address university deferred maintenance needs
The University of Nebraska would have more tools to address facilities maintenance under a bill considered Feb. 16 by the Appropriations Committee.
Read MoreBill would double auto insurance liability minimums
The Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee heard testimony Feb. 16 on a bill that would double the minimum automobile insurance coverage required in Nebraska.
Read MoreNebraska Property Tax Incentive Act update sought
The Revenue Committee heard testimony Feb. 17 on a bill that would change the way that a refundable income tax credit is calculated under the Nebraska Property Tax Incentive Act.
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Bill would expand SID authority
Sanitary and improvement districts could build off-street parking facilities under a bill considered Feb. 16 by the Urban Affairs Committee.
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