Computer science requirement for public schools advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval March 8 to a bill intended to ensure that Nebraska students receive computer science and technology education before graduating from high school.
Read MoreLawmakers gave first-round approval March 8 to a bill intended to ensure that Nebraska students receive computer science and technology education before graduating from high school.
Read MoreLawmakers advanced a bill from select file March 3 meant to facilitate relationships between technology firms and research institutions in historically underserved areas of Nebraska.
Read MoreA bill that would require diaper changing tables in public bathrooms was heard by the Business and Labor Committee Feb. 28.
Read MoreThe Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee heard testimony Feb. 16 on a bill to facilitate creation of a museum honoring former state senator Ernie Chambers of Omaha.
Read MoreNebraskans aging out of the Bridge to Independence program could receive $1,000 a month for up to two years under a bill heard Feb. 9 by the Health and Human Services Committee. The program provides a system of supports for state wards and juvenile-adjudicated youth as they transition out of the foster care or juvenile justice systems.
Read MoreAn offender serving a life sentence or who has certain medical illnesses could be eligible for parole under a bill heard by the Judiciary Committee Jan. 26.
Read MoreLawmakers advanced a bill from general file Jan. 26 meant to facilitate relationships between technology firms and research institutions in historically underserved areas of Nebraska.
Read MoreSenators introduced 95 new measures on the final day of bill introduction Jan. 20.
Read MoreSenators reconvened Jan. 12 to continue introduction of new bills.
Read MoreLawmakers gave final approval May 20 to a bill intended to improve the personal finance skills of Nebraska students.
Read MoreA bill to extend employment discrimination protections was approved by lawmakers April 29.
Read MoreLawmakers gave first-round approval April 28 to a bill intended to improve the personal finance skills of Nebraska students.
Read MoreA bill that seeks to extend employment discrimination protections was advanced from general file April 6.
Read MoreMembers of the Business and Labor Committee discussed a proposal March 1 to increase the minimum wage incrementally over 10 years.
Read MoreNebraskans with nonviolent drug convictions could apply for “clean slate” relief under a bill heard by the Judiciary Committee Feb. 19.
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