Bill aimed at protecting youth online passed
A proposal meant to protect children’s private information and provide parental tools to monitor their online safety was given final approval May 28.
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Business park project boundary change approved
Lawmakers passed a bill May 28 intended to provide greater flexibility in the siting of a proposed North Omaha business park.
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Middle-income housing program expanded
The construction of rent-to-own housing units in urban areas will qualify for state assistance under a bill approved by lawmakers May 28.
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Behavioral health provider measure passed
Senators approved a bill May 28 that establishes new requirements for behavioral health contract service providers, managed care organizations and Medicaid integrity audits.
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State boards and commissions modified, eliminated
Lawmakers passed a bill May 28 that modifies or eliminates more than three dozen state-established entities.
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Aging agency funding bill approved
A measure intended to address a budget deficit within agencies that support aging Nebraskans passed May 28.
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Fire marshal fees increased
An array of fees charged by the State Fire Marshal will increase under a bill given final legislative approval May 28.
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Election measure approved
Senators gave final approval May 28 to the state’s annual election cleanup bill.
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Potential third term for state senators approved
Nebraska voters will decide whether to amend the state constitution to extend term limits for members of the Legislature under a measure given final approval May 28.
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Elimination of SNAP eligibility sunset date approved
A bill relating to eligibility and work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program was given final approval May 28.
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Judge salary increases approved
Lawmakers gave final approval May 28 to a measure that raises the salary of Nebraska judges.
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Good life district fixes amended, advanced
A bill that would update a state initiative intended to spur large retail developments advanced to the final round of debate May 27 after lawmakers amended it to address concerns related to projects in Bellevue and Grand Island.
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Veto of housing agency bed bug requirements sustained
An attempt to override the governor’s veto of a measure requiring the Omaha Housing Authority to address bed bug infestations fell short May 27.
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Judicial package amended, advanced to final round
Lawmakers amended a package of judicial measures before advancing it from select file May 22.
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Line-item vetoes delivered, returned to governor
Gov. Jim Pillen sent a message dated May 21 to lawmakers announcing a handful of vetoes to line-items contained in two components of the state budget package passed last week.
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