Tax-increment financing changes adopted
A bill intended to make certain redevelopment projects easier passed Aug. 13.
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Earlier parole eligibility approved
A bill that seeks to address the overcrowding crisis in Nebraska’s correctional system was passed by lawmakers Aug. 13.
Read MoreNatural resources omnibus bill approved
Senators passed a bill Aug. 13 that contains provisions of several proposals related to natural resources.
Read MoreStudent Discipline Act updated
Lawmakers passed a bill Aug. 13 that makes several changes to provisions in the Student Discipline Act related to suspension, expulsion and mandatory reassignment.
Read MoreBody art, nail technology changes adopted
Several changes to state law regulating nail technology and tattoo artists were approved Aug. 13.
Read MoreIncreased transparency for death penalty process approved
Lawmakers passed a bill Aug. 13 to increase transparency in the state’s execution protocol.
Read MoreAbortion procedure banned after cloture vote
Lawmakers passed a bill Aug. 13 that bans a specific abortion method in Nebraska.
Read MoreTax package clears final round after cloture vote
Lawmakers passed a bill containing several major tax proposals Aug. 13.
Read MoreResolution to affirm LGBTQ+ inclusivity approved
Lawmakers approved a legislative resolution Aug. 12 asserting protections against employment discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
Read MoreEMS changes approved
Lawmakers passed a bill Aug. 11 meant to ease the emergency medical service provider shortage in rural Nebraska.
Read MoreHuman trafficking bill approved
Lawmakers passed a bill Aug. 12 intended to assist victims of human trafficking.
Read MoreMedicaid buy-in program changes approved
Lawmakers passed a bill Aug. 12 that makes changes to a program meant to help individuals with disabilities maintain employment while retaining Medicaid coverage.
Read MoreDental hygienist changes approved
A bill intended to address the shortage of dental care providers in rural Nebraska passed Aug. 12.
Read MoreCampus sexual harassment reporting required
Public colleges and universities in Nebraska must submit a biennial report on sexual harassment and Title IX compliance to the Legislature under a bill passed by lawmakers Aug. 12.
Read MoreChild care tax credit expanded
Self-employed child care providers may apply for a state income tax credit under a bill approved by lawmakers Aug. 12.
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