Expanded right-to-farm protections considered
The Agriculture Committee heard testimony Feb. 12 on a bill that would expand legal protections for agricultural producers under the state’s 1982 Right to Farm Act.
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Changes sought for prescription drug monitoring program
The Health and Human Services Committee considered a bill Feb. 13 that would make several changes to a state program designed to combat opioid addiction.
Read MoreDiversion, ignition interlock suggested for DUI offenses
Members of the Judiciary Committee heard testimony Feb. 13 on two bills proposing alternative penalties for certain driving under the influence offenses.
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Early childhood development bill advances
Local tax revenue could be used for early childhood development infrastructure under a bill advanced to select file Feb. 13.
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Transporter plate change advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval Feb. 13 to a bill that would change a record retention law for transporter plates.
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Natural resources rulemaking changes advance
A bill that would change rulemaking requirements for the state Department of Natural Resources advanced from general file Feb. 13.
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Radon mitigation standard proposed
The state’s building code would adopt standards for radon resistant construction for new houses under a bill considered Feb. 12 by the Urban Affairs Committee.
Read MoreBill would mandate statewide building code
A bill heard Feb. 12 by the Urban Affairs Committee would make the state’s building code the default code for municipalities.
Read MoreSpouse would be default retirement beneficiary
The surviving spouse of a deceased Nebraska retirement system member would be considered the default beneficiary under a bill heard Feb. 12 by the Nebraska Retirement Systems Committee.
Read MoreHemp regulatory plan proposed
The Agriculture Committee heard testimony Feb. 12 on a bill that would regulate the growing and handling of industrial hemp in Nebraska.
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Building code update considered
The Urban Affairs Committee heard testimony Feb. 12 on a bill that would update Nebraska’s building code.
Read MoreHome brewer bill advances
A bill that would allow non-licensed home alcohol brewers to participate in certain public events advanced from general file Feb. 12.
Read MoreRepeal of helmet law considered
A proposal to repeal the state’s motorcycle helmet requirement was considered by the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee Feb. 12.
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Patient safety fund bill advances
Legislators advanced a bill Feb. 12 that would fund enhanced safety training for medical professionals.
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Authorized restraint, removal of students considered
The Education Committee heard testimony Feb. 11 on a bill that would give teachers legal protection for defending themselves and others against violent students.
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