Requirement for correctional overcrowding emergency plan advanced
The state Department of Correctional Services would be required to develop an accelerated release plan for inmates under a bill advanced by the Legislature March 29.
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Title X compromise reached, state budget adjustments advance
Lawmakers reached a compromise on Title X provisions in the state’s mainline budget March 28, amending and advancing the bill to final reading.
Read MoreEarly miscarriage commemorative certificates advance
A bill that would authorize the provision of a commemorative certificate of nonviable birth for early miscarriages cleared the first round of legislative debate March 28.
Read MoreProhibition against threatening electronic communications approved
Lawmakers gave final approval March 29 to a bill making it a criminal offense to threaten someone with a text or email message.
Read MoreElectronic transfer of keno funds approved
Lawmakers passed a bill March 29 that would change the way keno locations handle keno revenue.
Read MoreChild welfare reporting requirements approved
Reporting requirements regarding the state’s child welfare and juvenile justice systems are strengthened under a bill passed March 29.
Read MoreCreation of 911 service committee approved
The Legislature passed a bill March 29 that improves access to 911 services throughout the state.
Read MoreTighter controls on opiate prescriptions passed
A bill to tighten restrictions on dispensing opiates in Nebraska was passed by the Legislature March 29.
Read MoreAssault protections extended to health care providers
The Legislature passed a bill March 29 that enhances assault penalties for health care providers.
Read MoreBill equalizes district court caseloads
Lawmakers passed a bill March 29 that will help equalize caseloads in the district court system.
Read MoreProcess approved for health care surrogacy
The Legislature passed a bill March 29 that allows people to make health care decisions for certain adults and emancipated minors.
Read MoreChild support updates approved
A bill that harmonizes Nebraska’s child support program with federal law passed March 29.
Read MoreDevelopmental disability funding priority for military dependents approved
A new funding priority for military dependents with developmental disabilities was created under a bill passed March 29.
Read MoreMechanism for Willa Cather property preservation approved
Lawmakers approved a proposal March 29 to fund preservation and restoration of properties related to author Willa Cather.
Read MoreGreater child seat requirements approved
Child safety seats will get more use under a bill passed by lawmakers March 29.
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