Infrastructure repayment period extended
Lawmakers passed a bill May 4 that allows certain cities more time to repay special assessments levied for infrastructure projects.
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Modification, elimination of state boards and commissions advanced
A bill that would modify and eliminate various state-established boards and commissions was amended and advanced to select file May 3.
Read MorePalliative care bill approved
Senators passed a bill May 3 that seeks to improve knowledge of and access to palliative care in Nebraska.
Read MoreDevelopmental disability provider methodology bill approved
A bill that would ensure Nebraska compliance with federal regulations related to certain developmental disability facilities was passed May 3.
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Election administration clarifications amended, advanced
The Legislature amended and advanced a bill from select file May 3 that would change how legislative vacancies are filled.
Read MoreRiverfront development authority bill approved
A new economic development tool aimed at riverfront areas was given final approval May 3.
Read MorePrescription drug monitoring changes approved
Changes to the state’s drug monitoring program were approved by lawmakers May 3.
Read MoreStatute of limitations removed for child sex assault
A bill that allows child victims of sexual assault more time to seek damages was passed by the Legislature May 3.
Read MoreArchery ban for convicted felons eliminated
A felony conviction will no longer preclude a person from owning archery equipment under a bill passed by the Legislature May 3.
Read MoreBiologic substitution rules approved
Pharmacists are allowed to substitute biological products with FDA-approved interchangeable biologics under a bill given final approval May 3.
Read MoreMotor vehicle sales license requirement repealed
Lawmakers voted May 3 to repeal a requirement for motor vehicle salespersons to obtain a special license.
Read MoreCounty-city sewerage agreements approved
A bill that enables counties and cities to cooperate to build regional sewerage systems received final approval from the Legislature May 3.
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Bill to cut taxes, reduce ag land valuation falls short
A bill that would cut the state’s top income and corporate tax rates if projected state revenue growth meets certain targets and change the way agricultural land is assessed stalled on general file May 2.
Read MoreAccommodations for pregnant and parenting students approved
The Legislature gave final approval May 2 to a bill that requires schools to adopt a policy to accommodate pregnant and parenting students.
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Cash transfer, state claims budget bills advance
Three bills that make up a portion of the state’s budget package were advanced to select file May 2. The mainline budget bill and other components of the $8.9 billion biennial budget were advanced last week.
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