Wind energy tax credit advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval April 22 to a bill that would increase the state’s production tax credit for renewable electric
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Omnibus liquor law bill amended, advanced
A bill that would make numerous changes to the state Liquor Control Act advanced from general file April 21. O’Neill
Read MoreNew commercial pet breeder regulations advanced
Senators gave first-round approval April 21 to a bill that would change the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act.
Read MoreCattle brand inspection fee increase advanced
The cattle brand inspection fee in Nebraska could be increased under a bill amended and advanced April 20. Introduced by
Read MoreCollege and career readiness funding stalls
School districts would have received funding for implementing college and career readiness programs under a bill that failed to advance
Read MoreMedicaid reimbursement bill advanced
A bill intended to close a loophole that allows individuals to shield assets from reimbursement for Medicaid-related services advanced from
Read MoreState energy plan assessment advanced
Senators gave first-round approval April 20 to a bill that would allow the state to develop an independent energy plan.
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Lindstrom propelled by history
As a history major, Sen. Brett Lindstrom’s favorite era to study was the Industrial Revolution.
Read MoreSenators advance death penalty repeal
Senators advanced a bill from general file April 16 that would repeal Nebraska’s death penalty. Introduced by Omaha Sen. Ernie
Read MoreLower wage advanced for youth workers
A bill to create a separate minimum wage for young workers was amended and advanced April 15. As introduced by
Read MoreRemoval of minimum sentences advanced
A bill that would alter sentencing procedures for Nebraska courts was amended and advanced from general file April 15. LB173,
Read MoreInmate confinement reform amended, advanced
A bill focusing on inmate isolation policies for Nebraska’s prisons was amended and advanced April 14. Introduced by Columbus Sen.
Read MorePrison reform measures amended, advanced
A bill addressing prison overcrowding was amended and advanced from general file April 14. Introduced by Omaha Sen. Heath Mello,
Read MoreIssuance of credentials based on military service advanced
Military education, training or service would result in issuance of health profession credentials under a bill advanced from general file
Read MoreTip earner minimum wage increase stalls
A bill that would have increased the minimum wage for Nebraska workers who earn tips failed to advance from general
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