An omnibus education proposal cleared the first round of debate May 27 after senators amended it to remove several elements of the package. The proposal was further amended on select file May 29 before advancing to final reading.
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Lawmakers gave final approval May 29 to a bill that requires suicide awareness and prevention training for staff who provide direct services within the state’s child welfare system.
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A bill containing a number of bills addressing sentencing and the courts was amended and advanced to final reading May 28.
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Senators passed a measure May 28 intended to clarify provisions of a ballot initiative passed by Nebraska voters that guarantees paid sick leave.
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A bill to align Nebraska’s transportation statutes with federal regulations received final approval from lawmakers May 28.
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A measure that defines male and female in state law for purposes of access to interscholastic sports received final approval May 28.
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A proposal meant to protect children’s private information and provide parental tools to monitor their online safety was given final approval May 28.
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Lawmakers passed a bill May 28 intended to provide greater flexibility in the siting of a proposed North Omaha business park.
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The construction of rent-to-own housing units in urban areas will qualify for state assistance under a bill approved by lawmakers May 28.
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Senators approved a bill May 28 that establishes new requirements for behavioral health contract service providers, managed care organizations and Medicaid integrity audits.
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Lawmakers passed a bill May 28 that modifies or eliminates more than three dozen state-established entities.
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A measure intended to address a budget deficit within agencies that support aging Nebraskans passed May 28.
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An array of fees charged by the State Fire Marshal will increase under a bill given final legislative approval May 28.
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Senators gave final approval May 28 to the state’s annual election cleanup bill.
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Nebraska voters will decide whether to amend the state constitution to extend term limits for members of the Legislature under a measure given final approval May 28.
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