Bill would clarify Offutt land jurisdiction
A bill intended to clarify jurisdiction over five tracts of land inside the fence line of Offutt Air Force Base was heard Jan. 30 by the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee.
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Reinstatement of NRD water management levy considered
Certain natural resources districts would regain additional levy authority to pay for water management projects under a bill heard Jan. 30 by the Revenue Committee.
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Merger of energy, environmental quality agencies proposed
The Natural Resources Committee heard testimony Jan. 30 on a proposal to merge the state agencies responsible for recommending state energy policies and administering Nebraska’s environmental regulations.
Read MoreBill would fund improved doctor training
The Health and Human Services Committee considered a bill Jan. 30 that would enhance training for medical professionals.
Read MoreChanges proposed to correctional investigation process
Criminal activity within the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services would be investigated externally under a bill considered by the Judiciary Committee Jan. 30.
Read MoreBill could raise interest rate on installment loans
Nebraska lenders would be allowed to charge higher interest rates on installment loans under a bill considered by the Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee Jan. 29.
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Civics exam for middle and high schoolers proposed
The Education Committee heard testimony Jan. 29 on a bill intended to ensure civic competence among Nebraska students.
Read MoreImprovements in early childhood education sought
The Urban Affairs Committee heard two bills designed to expand and improve early childhood education Jan. 29.
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Bill would codify rules for short-term rentals
No municipality would be allowed to ban Airbnb or any other short-term rental company from operating in Nebraska under a bill heard by the Urban Affairs Committee Jan. 29.
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Autonomous vehicle liability provisions considered
Autonomous vehicle manufacturers could be held liable for accidents under a bill heard by the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee Jan. 29.
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Free meals proposed for low-income public school students
Nebraska public school students from low-income families would receive free breakfasts and lunches under a bill heard Jan. 28 by the Education Committee.
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Retirement plan administration changes advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval Jan. 29 to a bill that would make a number of governance and administrative changes to the Public Employees Retirement Board (PERB), Nebraska Public Employees Retirement System (NPERS), Nebraska Investment Council, Class V School Employees Retirement Plan and the Class V plan’s board of trustees.
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Family caregivers could qualify for unemployment
The Business and Labor Committee heard testimony Jan. 28 on a bill that would expand eligibility for unemployment benefits.
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Roads project bill advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval Jan. 28 to a bill that would allow the Nebraska Department of Transportation to complete roads projects more efficiently.
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Moser strikes the right note at the Capitol
Sometimes it can get a little loud at Sen. Mike Moser’s place of business, but that’s part of the deal. Moser, the former mayor of Columbus, has owned Columbus Music Company with his wife, Jan, for the past 42 years. The store has around 150 guitars in stock, and plenty of amps to go with them.
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