Bill aimed at wage discrimination advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval March 14 to a bill intended to combat wage discrimination in Nebraska.
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Greater polling place accessibility sought
The Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee heard testimony March 14 on a bill that would make polling sites more accessible to voters with limited mobility.
Read MoreReal estate license changes approved
Lawmakers gave final approval March 15 to a bill that changes education requirements for new real estate licensees in Nebraska.
Read MoreNatural resources rulemaking changes approved
Lawmakers approved a change to rulemaking requirements for the state Department of Natural Resources March 15.
Read MoreLicensure fee waiver approved
Senators passed a bill March 15 that waives initial licensing fees for a variety of health professions under the Uniform Credentialing Act.
Read MoreMerger of energy, environmental quality agencies approved
Lawmakers voted March 15 to approve a merger of the state agencies responsible for recommending state energy policies and administering Nebraska’s environmental regulations.
Read MoreEarly childhood development bill passes
Lawmakers passed a bill March 15 that allows municipalities to use local tax revenue for early childhood development infrastructure.
Read MoreRemote seller sales tax requirements passed
Internet retailers without a physical presence in Nebraska are required to collect and remit state sales tax on purchases made by Nebraska residents under a bill passed by lawmakers March 15.
Read MoreCritical infrastructure public records bill approved
Lawmakers passed bill March 15 intended to protect information related to critical infrastructure in Nebraska.
Read MoreUpdate to American civics requirements amended, returned to final round
A bill on final reading that would update social studies requirements for Nebraska schools was amended March 15 after lawmakers voted to return it to select file.
Read MoreTransporter plate change approved
Lawmakers passed a bill March 15 that changes a record retention law for transporter plates.
Read MoreBill would require emergency contraception information for assault survivors
The Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony March 14 on a bill that would require hospitals to offer more information to sexual assault survivors.
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Sales tax exemption for renewable energy equipment proposed
Wind turbines and solar panels would be exempt from state sales and use tax under a bill heard March 14 by the Revenue Committee.
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Omnibus election bill clears first round
A bill that was amended to become an omnibus elections measure advanced to select file March 14.
Read MoreBill would alter economic development tools for startups
Nebraska would increase assistance available to startup companies through the state Department of Economic Development under a bill heard March 13 by the Appropriations Committee.
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