Public assistance research exemption approved
A bill aimed at promoting research on the impact of poverty on children was given final approval March 24. LB1081,
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Updates to state agency budget process approved
Lawmakers gave final approval March 24 to a bill that updates certain administrative budget practices for state agencies. Under LB1092,
Read MoreDirect primary care bill passed
A bill that specifies the requirements of direct primary care agreements was given final approval March 24. LB817, sponsored by
Read MoreProfessional licenses sought for young immigrants
A new class of Nebraskans would be eligible for professional licensure under a bill advanced from general file March 23.
Read MoreCriminal statutes updated, parole oversight advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill from general file March 23 that would update the state’s criminal statutes. The Legislature passed LB605
Read MorePrivate adoption provisions advance
Parents who conduct an adoption privately or through an agency would be authorized to enter into a communication and contact
Read MoreWorkplace discrimination protections stall
Lawmakers debated a bill March 23 that would protect employees from discrimination based on their sexual orientation and gender identity.
Read MoreCloture attempt on parole administration bill fails
After four hours of select file debate, an attempt to force a vote on a bill that would have granted
Read MoreWater appropriation stream flow bill advances
Water currently used for generating hydropower could instead be used to maintain stream flow for fish, wildlife and recreation under
Read MoreStatewide 911 system proposal advances
Lawmakers gave first-round approval March 22 to a proposal to create a statewide 911 system. LB938, as introduced by Sen.
Read MoreWorkforce innovation bill advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval March 23 to a bill that would provide future guidance for the state’s workforce investment system.
Read MoreEconomic development measures amended, advanced
Senators advanced a select file bill March 22 that would change several economic development provisions. LB1093, introduced by Omaha Sen.
Read MoreTax exemption for treatment centers, others advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill from general file March 22 that would provide a tax exemption for certain treatment centers. LB774,
Read MoreJuvenile court standards amended, advanced
Lawmakers amended and advanced a bill March 22 that would clarify the rights of individuals appearing in juvenile court. Under
Read MoreEntrepreneurship task force advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval March 21 to a bill that would create a legislative task force focused on innovation and
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