Graduated accountability for juvenile probationers advanced
Lawmakers give first-round approval Feb. 23 to a bill that would change how violations of juvenile probation terms are addressed.
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Protection for teachers’ religious rights advanced
After two days of debate, senators gave first-round approval Feb. 22 to a bill that would protect the right of a public school teacher to wear religious dress or garb in the classroom.
Read MoreReview of state fossil fuel investments recommended
Nebraska would review its investments in fossil fuel companies under a bill heard by the Nebraska Retirement Systems Committee Feb. 21.
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Industrial hemp research proposed
The Agriculture Committee heard testimony Feb. 21 on a bill that would bolster research and development of industrial hemp for use in agribusiness, alternative fuels and other areas.
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Restrictions proposed for payday lenders
Borrowers of short-term, delayed deposit loans would receive more favorable loan terms under a bill heard by the Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee Feb. 21.
Read MoreRemoval of acupuncture referral requirement advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill to select file Feb. 21 that would remove a requirement that an individual receive a referral from a medical practitioner before seeking services from a licensed acupuncturist.
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Dental assistant licensure clears first round
Nebraska dental assistants would have the option of becoming licensed under a bill given first-round approval Feb. 21.
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Brewer signs on for a new tour of duty
After spending 36 years in uniform, and being twice wounded in combat, Sen. Tom Brewer said it would have been easy for him to retire and take life easy. Instead, he chose to run for the Nebraska Legislature.
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Bill allowing private electric retailers considered
The Natural Resources Committee heard testimony Feb. 16 on a bill that would allow private electricity companies to sell power to Nebraska customers.
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Overtime limits proposed for Correctional staff
Limiting the amount of overtime state Department of Correctional Services staff members are required to work was the focus of a bill heard by the Judiciary Committee Feb. 16.
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Food assistance eligibility changes proposed
The Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony Feb. 16 on two proposed eligibility changes to the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP).
Read MoreTwo-year freeze recommended for certain tax provisions
Members of the Revenue Committee heard testimony Feb. 15 on a bill that would temporarily halt certain tax provisions to raise general fund revenue.
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Water augmentation project procedures discussed
The Natural Resources Committee heard testimony Feb. 15 on a bill intended to provide oversight of projects that help Nebraska meet its obligations under a multi-state agreement to conserve water in the Republican River Basin.
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Bill would change tax brackets, rates and end some exemptions
The Revenue Committee heard testimony Feb. 15 on a bill that would restructure the state’s income tax brackets and expand the sales tax base.
Read MoreNew nurse licensure compact bill considered
A bill that would clear the way for Nebraska to join the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact was considered Feb. 15 by the Health and Human Services Committee.
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