Acupuncture referral requirement removed
Lawmakers passed a bill March 23 removing a requirement that an individual receive a letter of referral from a medical practitioner before seeking services from a licensed acupuncturist.
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Bill would ban vehicular trespassing
Members of the Judiciary Committee heard testimony March 22 on a bill that would create penalties for entering others’ vehicles.
Read MoreRadon task force advanced
Senators advanced a bill March 22 intended to ensure radon levels are mitigated in new homes, schools, offices and other buildings.
Read MoreEntry into wildlife management compact advanced
Nebraska would work with other states to enforce wildlife management laws under a bill advanced to select file March 22.
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Delayed child care rate adjustment amended, advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval March 22 to a bill that would delay rate changes for child care subsidy providers.
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Security law updates advanced
A bill that would make updates to security law advanced from general file March 21.
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Streamlined road construction process advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval March 21 to a bill that would expedite road construction projects throughout the state.
Read MoreDay care building code alignment advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill to select file March 21 intended to align the state building code with state agency regulations.
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Civics education bills proposed
The Education Committee heard testimony March 20 on two bills intended to ensure that Nebraskans graduate high school with basic civic knowledge and skills.
Read MoreState claims bill considered
The Business and Labor Committee heard testimony March 20 on a bill that would authorize payment of claims against the state of Nebraska.
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Albrecht returns to public service
It can never be said that Sen. Joni Albrecht is afraid to take a risk. In fact, she has built a career on following her instincts and exceeding people’s expectations.
Read MoreCigarette tax increase proposed to fund health services
An increase in cigarette taxes would be used to fund public health services under a bill heard by the Revenue Committee March 17.
Read MorePenalties proposed for misrepresenting service animals
Rental property pet restrictions would be reinforced under a bill heard by the Judiciary Committee March 17.
Read MoreNonpartisan county elections considered
The Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee heard testimony March 17 on three proposals for nonpartisan election of county officials.
Read MoreExtended early voting hours proposed
Early voting hours would be extended in Douglas, Lancaster and Sarpy counties under a bill heard by the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee March 16.
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