Day 10 bill introduction
Lawmakers reconvened Jan. 22 for the final day of bill introduction. Among the measures introduced were: LB1016, introduced by Omaha
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Earlier decrease in local effort rate proposed
The local effort rate (LER) used to calculate aid under the Tax Equity and Educational Opportunities Support Act (TEEOSA) would
Read MoreVeterans would receive in-state tuition rates under residency bill
The Education Committee heard a bill Jan. 21 that would grant residency to recently separated veterans, their spouses and dependents
Read MoreDay nine bill introduction
Senators reconvened Jan. 21 to continue introducing bills. Among the bills introduced were: LB986, sponsored by the Revenue Committee, which
Read MoreZoning notification changes considered
The Urban Affairs Committee heard testimony Jan. 21 on a bill that would change requirements for municipalities providing notice to
Read MoreInstallment loan authority for cities proposed
Municipalities in Nebraska could borrow money from a bank or other financial institutions under a bill heard by the Urban
Read MoreNuisance citation appeal process proposed
The Urban Affairs Committee heard testimony Jan. 21 on a bill that would establish a procedure for a property owner
Read MoreVehicle identification bill advances after cloture
Public safety volunteers would be allowed to use special lights to identify their vehicles under legislation advanced by lawmakers Jan.
Read MoreDay eight bill introduction
Senators reconvened Jan. 17 to continue introducing bills. Among the bills introduced were: LB972, sponsored by Omaha Sen. Scott Lautenbaugh,
Read MoreChief justice outlines achievements, challenges
Focusing on juvenile justice reform and sentencing alternatives, Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael Heavican delivered his State of the
Read MoreDay seven bill introduction
Senators reconvened Jan. 16 to continue introducing bills. Among the bills introduced were: LB933, sponsored by Lincoln Sen. Amanda McGill,
Read MorePeace officer protection bill advances
Disarming a law enforcement officer would be specifically acknowledged as a crime in Nebraska, under legislation advanced by the Unicameral
Read MoreHorse racing wager clarification bill stalls
Lawmakers voted Jan. 15 to bracket a bill intended to clarify pari-mutuel wagering rules. LB642, introduced by Omaha Sen. Heath
Read MoreDay six bill introduction
Senators reconvened Jan. 15 to continue introducing bills. Among the bills introduced were: LB902, sponsored by Bellevue Sen. Sue Crawford,
Read MoreRadon resistant construction proposal advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval Jan. 15 to a bill that would require all new homes in Nebraska to include radon
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