Medical marijuana legalization stalled
A bill was bracketed May 27 that would legalize medical marijuana in Nebraska. Introduced by Bellevue Sen. Tommy Garrett, LB643
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Pork production restrictions could be eased
Meat packing companies could own swine during production under a bill advanced by senators May 26. Currently, a restriction under
Read MoreRebate advanced for clean fuel vehicles
Owners of clean fuel-burning vehicles could receive a rebate under a bill advanced from general file May 26. Under LB581,
Read MoreBill would authorize county solicitor ordinances
Counties could issue ordinances regulating panhandling under a bill advanced by the Legislature May 26. LB577, introduced by Gretna Sen.
Read MoreChanges to downsizing assistance advanced
Senators gave first-round approval May 26 to a bill that would make changes to funds intended to mitigate the impact
Read MoreJudges’ retirement plan revisions passed
Senators passed a bill May 26 to change the retirement plan for Nebraska judges. LB468, introduced by Omaha Sen. Jeremy
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Craighead focuses on the positive
Years before her election to the Legislature, Joni Craighead was dispensing valuable advice in the form of her first book, “First Impressions: Tips to Enhance Your Image:”
Read MoreMedical marijuana pilot study passed
Medical marijuana will be available in Nebraska on a limited basis under a bill passed May 21. Introduced by Bellevue
Read MoreOut-of-home juvenile placement measure passed
Senators passed a bill May 21 concerning collection and management of information about juveniles in out-of-home care. Introduced by Lincoln
Read MoreLawmakers pass inmate confinement reform
Senators passed a bill May 21 that revises inmate confinement policies for Nebraska’s prisons. Introduced by Sen. Paul Schumacher of
Read MoreCorrectional system reforms passed
Lawmakers approved extensive revisions to Nebraska’s correctional system May 21. Introduced by Omaha Sen. Heath Mello, LB605 makes numerous changes
Read MoreChild offender registry restrictions passed
A bill intended to prevent children from mistakenly being registered as child abuse offenders passed May 21. Introduced by Lincoln
Read MoreLivestock, community garden development passed
Senators passed a measure May 21 that encourages development of livestock and community gardening projects in Nebraska. Introduced by Ogallala
Read MoreMedicaid payment for juvenile multisystemic therapy approved
A bill that authorizes Medicaid reimbursement for a therapy used to assist troubled Nebraska youth passed May 21. LB500, sponsored
Read MoreAging and disabled, Alzheimer’s bill passed
A bill seeking to improve access to existing services and support for Nebraskans who are aging or disabled, including those
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