Extension of natural resources district levies proposed
The Revenue Committee heard testimony Feb. 2 on a bill that would extend the cutoff date of certain natural resources districts’ levy authority.
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Tax credit requested for employers of apprentices
Nebraska employers could apply for an income tax credit on wages paid to apprentices under a bill heard by the Revenue Committee Feb. 1.
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Proposal for convention of the states discussed
The Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee discussed a resolution Feb. 1 that would serve as Nebraska’s application for a convention of the states.
Read MoreMedicaid oversight committee proposed
A bill that would establish legislative oversight of the state’s new Medicaid integrated managed care system was considered Feb. 1 by the Executive Board.
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State earned income tax credit increase sought
The Revenue Committee heard testimony Feb. 1 on two bills that would increase the amount of a nonrefundable income tax credit for working people with low to moderate incomes.
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Bill would donate property to community college
The Executive Board heard testimony Feb. 1 on a bill that would direct the state to donate excess land at the Norfolk Regional Center to Northeast Community College.
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Mid-budget cuts recommended
A bill that proposes cuts to the state’s budget for the current fiscal year was debated Jan. 31 and Feb. 1. The reductions are needed to offset an unexpected budget shortfall of nearly $1 billion.
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Bill would end master teacher program
A program that provides aid to teachers who complete a credentialing program would be terminated by a bill heard by the Education Committee Jan. 31.
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Elimination of school bus permits proposed
A bill that would streamline the licensing process for school bus operators was heard by the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee Jan. 31.
Read MoreTwo-person crews requested for freight trains
Members of the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee heard testimony Jan. 31 on a bill that would improve safety for freight train crews.
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Vacant property registration proposed
A bill intended to address the problem of vacant properties was considered Jan. 31 by the Urban Affairs Committee.
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Bill to assist pregnant and parenting students discussed
The Education Committee heard testimony Jan. 30 on a bill that would accommodate pregnant and parenting students as they complete their education.
Read MoreSchool aid certification delay advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill Jan. 31 that would delay the deadline for certifying state aid, budget authority and applicable allowable reserve percentages for state aid to schools.
Read MoreAeronautics, Roads merger proposed
The Transportation and Telecommunications Committee heard testimony Jan. 30 on a bill that would create a new, unified transportation department.
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New mowing restriction requested
Members of the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee heard testimony Jan. 30 on a bill that would help encourage wildlife habitat growth and fight soil erosion.
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