Disability savings program incentive approved
Lawmakers passed a measure May 30 intended to bolster a program that helps Nebraskans pay for disability-related expenses.
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TEEOSA review commission created
Lawmakers gave final approval May 30 to a measure that creates a commission to review the state’s school funding formula.
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Health reporting requirements modified, eliminated
A bill that makes a number of changes to reports that the state Department of Health and Human Services is required to provide to lawmakers was given final approval May 30.
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Nameplate capacity tax distribution to community colleges approved
Lawmakers passed a bill May 30 meant to address an unintended consequence of a recent change in the way community colleges are funded.
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New legislative oversight division created
Lawmakers gave final approval May 30 to creation of a new division within the Nebraska Legislature and reorganization of the institution’s oversight functions.
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Foster youth Social Security reforms approved
Senators passed a bill May 30 that seeks to reform the use of Social Security benefits received by eligible Nebraska foster children.
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Judicial public safety package approved
Senators passed a proposal May 29 that increases penalties for certain traffic violations and includes several other public safety measures.
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Judicial omnibus measure passed
Lawmakers passed a measure May 30 containing a number of bills addressing sentencing and the courts.
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Juvenile support pilot program clears final round
A bill intended to provide support services to at-risk Omaha youth and their families was given final approval May 30.
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Education package narrowed, advanced
An omnibus education proposal cleared the first round of debate May 27 after senators amended it to remove several elements of the package. The proposal was further amended on select file May 29 before advancing to final reading.
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Suicide prevention training for child welfare staff approved
Lawmakers gave final approval May 29 to a bill that requires suicide awareness and prevention training for staff who provide direct services within the state’s child welfare system.
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Judiciary omnibus measure amended, advanced to final round
A bill containing a number of bills addressing sentencing and the courts was amended and advanced to final reading May 28.
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Paid sick leave limitations approved
Senators passed a measure May 28 intended to clarify provisions of a ballot initiative passed by Nebraska voters that guarantees paid sick leave.
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Transportation omnibus bill approved
A bill to align Nebraska’s transportation statutes with federal regulations received final approval from lawmakers May 28.
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Bill defining male, female in state law for sports access passed after cloture vote
A measure that defines male and female in state law for purposes of access to interscholastic sports received final approval May 28.
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