Omnibus health licensing bill advanced
A bill that would provide temporary credentialing for military spouses was amended March 23 to become an omnibus health care licensure bill.
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Bill would eliminate many tax exemptions, credits
The Revenue Committee heard testimony March 22 on a bill that would modify or repeal several sales tax exemptions, income tax deductions, credits and incentives.
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Prescription drug monitoring changes considered
The Health and Human Services Committee considered a proposal March 23 that would make changes to the state’s drug monitoring program.
Read MoreRules of evidence proposed for parental termination
The Judiciary Committee heard testimony March 23 on a bill related to the termination of parental rights.
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Holiday proposed to recognize indigenous leaders
The Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee heard testimony March 23 on a bill that would create a new state holiday honoring indigenous leaders.
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Alternative response for low-risk child welfare cases amended, advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill March 23 that would extend an alternative response pilot program and allow it to be used statewide. The bill was amended to include three additional child welfare related measures.
Read MoreConsolidation of veterans’ services advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill March 23 that would consolidate veterans’ services in Nebraska.
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Solitary confinement process questioned
Members of the Judiciary Committee heard testimony March 22 on a bill that would make several changes to state Department of Correctional Services procedures for inmates in solitary confinement.
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Grants to address rural housing shortage advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval March 22 to a bill that would provide grant funds to communities looking to address workforce housing shortages.
Read MoreComprehensive banking law updates adopted
A comprehensive update of Nebraska’s banking laws was approved March 23.
Read MoreCity population clarification approved
A bill that clarifies how population thresholds for certain cities are met and verified in state law was approved March 23.
Read MoreProtection for teachers’ religious rights passed
Lawmakers passed a bill March 23 that protects the right of a public school teacher to wear religious dress or garb in the classroom.
Read MoreBill passed to require payment of penalties before candidacy
The resolution of civil sanctions will be required of candidates for public office under a bill passed by lawmakers March 23.
Read MoreDental assistant licensure approved
Nebraska dental assistants have the option of becoming licensed under a bill given final approval March 23.
Read MoreGraduated accountability for juvenile probationers approved
Lawmakers passed a bill March 23 that changes how violations of juvenile probation terms are addressed.
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