Proposal to fund Game and Parks advanced
A bill that would divert state sales tax revenue to the state Game and Parks Commission was advanced to select
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Evaluation of tax incentive programs advanced
The Executive Board heard testimony March 4 on a proposal to provide ongoing evaluation of the state’s tax incentive programs.
Read MoreChange to background checks advanced
A bill that would bring Nebraska into compliance with federal regulations regarding background checks for certain employees advanced from general
Read MoreExotic animal sale regulation advanced
Senators gave first-round approval March 4 to a bill that would redefine and expand the state’s authority to regulate exotic
Read MoreBill to curb teen indoor tanning amended, advanced
Nebraskans younger than 16 would need a parent’s signature before using a tanning bed under a bill advanced from general
Read MoreEducation trust fund proposed
Members of the Education Committee heard testimony Feb. 28 on a bill that would establish an education trust fund. Under
Read MoreBill to curb teen indoor tanning debated
Lawmakers began debate Feb. 28 on a bill aimed at curbing indoor tanning among teenagers in Nebraska. As introduced by
Read MoreAbortion clinic signs proposed
Health care facilities that perform abortions would be required to post signs notifying women of their rights under a bill
Read MoreConcealed handguns for school employees proposed
Teachers would be permitted to carry concealed weapons in schools under a bill heard by the Judiciary Committee Feb. 28.
Read MoreEconomic forecasting board raises revenue projections
The Nebraska Economic Forecasting Advisory Board voted to raise revenue projections during a Feb. 28 meeting at the Capitol. The
Read MoreBill would mitigate property disputes
Land developers would have more time to reclaim ownership of their property under a bill heard by the Judiciary Committee
Read MoreHandgun purchase eligibility records sought
Records of individuals who have been denied handgun purchases in Nebraska would be provided to the Legislature under a bill
Read MoreExpansion of synthetic drug ban considered
Additional variations of synthetic drugs known as “K2” or “spice” would be banned under legislation heard by the Judiciary Committee
Read MoreStreamlined process for capital construction projects advances
Senators gave first-round approval Feb. 27 to a bill that would streamline the approval process for certain bond projects. Under
Read MoreHunting permits for developmentally disabled advanced
A developmentally disabled person could purchase a hunting permit under a bill advanced from general file Feb. 27. Under LB699,
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