Support the troops license plates advanced
Senators advanced a bill from general file April 15 that would create several new specialty license plates.
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Public service is a way of life for Gragert
When most people think of retirement, they might envision leisurely games of golf, time with family or days spent on a warm beach. Sen Tim. Gragert, on the other hand, decided to spend his retirement in the George Norris Legislative Chamber.
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Expanded right-to-farm protections advanced
A bill that would expand legal protections for agricultural producers under Nebraska’s 1982 Right to Farm Act cleared the first round of debate April 10 after a successful cloture motion.
Read MoreGrant fund proposal for 211 service advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval April 11 to a bill that would provide grant funding to a statewide health and human services referral program.
Read MoreInfrastructure grant program for ethanol-gasoline blends advanced
A state grant program would help gas station owners install tanks and pumps used to store and dispense ethanol-gasoline blends under a bill advanced from general file April 10.
Read MoreBuilding code updated
A bill updating Nebraska’s building code was given final approval April 11.
Read MoreHealthy soils task force approved
A 17-member task force will develop a plan to improve soil health in Nebraska under a bill passed by the Legislature April 11.
Read MoreCompensation disclosure bill approved
Senators passed a bill April 11 intended to combat wage discrimination in Nebraska.
Read MoreIn-school behavioral health reimbursement clarified
A bill that clarifies coverage of behavioral health services provided in a school setting passed April 11.
Read MoreOmnibus retirement bill passed
Lawmakers gave final approval April 11 to an omnibus retirement measure.
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Special financing for highway construction advanced
A bill that would expedite highway construction projects in Nebraska was advanced from general file April 10.
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Study of OPS retirement system management clears first round
Lawmakers gave first-round approval April 9 to a bill that would explore the possible transfer of management of the Omaha school retirement plan to the state.
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Resident tuition for dependents of military personnel advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill from general file April 9 that would provide resident college tuition rates for spouses and dependents of active duty military personnel who are assigned to duty outside Nebraska.
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Bill to end tax credit advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill April 9 intended to increase assistance available to startup companies through the state Department of Economic Development.
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Commercial cargo transportation requirements advanced
Commercial vehicle operators would be required to store cargo more securely under a bill advanced from general file April 9.
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