Independent redistricting commission proposed
The Legislature would once again consider including the help of an independent commission in the redistricting process under a bill heard by the Executive Board Jan. 30.
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School aid certification delay discussed
Lawmakers debated a bill Jan. 30 that would delay the deadline for certifying state aid, budget authority and applicable allowable reserve percentages for state aid to schools.
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Experience abroad informs senator’s work at home
Sen. Bruce Bostelman, who is rooted in small Nebraska farming communities, witnessed agriculture’s global scale on a recent trip to South Korea where he stood in a dockyard watching ships unload American grain.
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State sales taxes for large online retailers proposed
The Revenue Committee heard two bills Jan. 27 that would require some online retailers to collect sales taxes on Nebraska transactions.
Read MoreChanges to pharmacy regulations proposed
The Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony Jan. 27 on a bill that would update state law regulating pharmacy practice in Nebraska.
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Bill would allow investigational drug use
Drugs in U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clinical trials could be used by eligible Nebraska patients under a bill heard Jan. 27 by the Health and Human Services Committee.
Read MoreBill would ensure legal representation for juveniles
Juveniles appearing before the court would be ensured legal representation under a bill heard by the Judiciary Committee Jan. 26.
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Tax credit for private school scholarship donations proposed
The Revenue Committee heard testimony Jan. 26 on a bill that would allow private donations to fund scholarships for students who attend private schools in Nebraska.
Read MoreMovie theater accommodations proposed
Movie theaters would provide special accommodations under a bill heard by the Judiciary Committee Jan. 26.
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Adjustments, cuts to HHS programs proposed
The Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony Jan. 25 on four bills that would make adjustments and cuts to programs in the state Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Children and Family Services.
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Tax credit carry-over extension proposed
Businesses that make large capital investments in Nebraska could carry over unused tax credits for a much longer period under a bill heard by the Revenue Committee Jan. 25.
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Bill would reschedule cannabidiol for use in medication
The Judiciary Committee heard testimony Jan. 25 on a bill that would proactively reschedule a drug designed to treat certain types of childhood epilepsy.
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Kintner resigns from Legislature
Sen. Bill Kintner of Papillion announced at a morning press conference Jan. 25 that he has resigned from the Legislature.
Read MoreEgg-handling rules clarification advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill from general file Jan. 24 that would update the state Department of Agriculture’s authority to regulate those who provide eggs for human consumption.
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Bill would protect students of failed for-profit colleges
The Education Committee heard testimony Jan. 24 on a bill that would offer financial protection to students of for-profit colleges and universities if those institutions shut down.
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