Death penalty repeal considered
The Judiciary Committee heard a bill March 4 that would repeal Nebraska’s death penalty. Introduced by Omaha Sen. Ernie Chambers,
Read MoreThe Judiciary Committee heard a bill March 4 that would repeal Nebraska’s death penalty. Introduced by Omaha Sen. Ernie Chambers,
Read MoreSenators gave first-round approval March 4 to a bill that would repeal the Black-Tailed Prairie Dog Management Act. LB128, introduced
Read MoreThe Appropriations Committee heard testimony March 3 on a variety of proposals that would provide funding to the University of
Read MoreThe Appropriations Committee heard testimony March 2 on two bills intended to provide funds for postsecondary education in key fields
Read MoreThe Legislature’s redistricting process would include the help of an independent commission under a bill heard by the Executive Board
Read MoreAll newly-purchased school buses in Nebraska would be equipped with seat belts under a bill heard by the Transportation and
Read MoreThe state would be responsible for certain costs incurred for inmate deaths under a bill heard Feb. 12 by the
Read MoreBusiness investors could receive increased tax credits under a bill heard by the Revenue Committee Feb. 5. Currently, investors can
Read MoreSenators introduced 158 bills on the final day of bill introduction Jan. 21. Among them were: LB535, sponsored by Papillion
Read MoreSenators reconvened Jan. 14 to introduce bills. Among the 45 bills introduced were: LB238, sponsored by North Platte Sen. Mike
Read MoreSenators reconvened Jan. 9 to introduce bills. Among the 43 bills introduced were: LB118, sponsored by O’Neill Sen. Tyson Larson,
Read MoreBefore a crowded chamber of legislators, staff, family and friends, Pete Ricketts was sworn in Jan. 8 as the 40th
Read MoreSafety and accountability were priorities of the Legislature’s Education Committee while considering legislation this session. Accountability LB438, introduced by York
Read MoreChanges to state agency reporting, election laws and voting procedures were enacted this session. Government Lawmakers approved a bill meant
Read MoreChild welfare, licensure requirements and a second attempt to expand Medicaid topped the list of health and human services issues
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