Day ready for legislative heavy lifting
If one had to guess which current Nebraska state senator has competed in Olympic weightlifting at the international level, it might take a few guesses before choosing Omaha Sen. Jen Day.
Read MoreIf one had to guess which current Nebraska state senator has competed in Olympic weightlifting at the international level, it might take a few guesses before choosing Omaha Sen. Jen Day.
Read MoreThe Executive Board heard testimony Feb. 17 on a proposal to guide the Legislature’s redistricting process.
Read MoreThe Judiciary Committee heard testimony Feb. 18 on a proposal meant to discourage frivolous lawsuits related to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Read MoreThe Judiciary Committee heard testimony Feb. 17 on a bill meant to address the stigma of criminal conviction.
Read MoreThe Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony Feb. 11 on two bills that would expand eligibility for a state program that provides a system of supports for state wards as they transition out of the foster care system.
Read MoreMore Nebraskans would be eligible for subsidized child care assistance under a bill considered Feb. 10 by the Health and Human Services Committee.
Read MoreIndividuals incarcerated within the state Department of Correctional Services system could reduce their sentences under a bill considered by the Judiciary Committee Feb. 10.
Read MoreA bill that would make permanent a temporary change in the way Nebraska child care providers are reimbursed through a federal program was considered Feb. 10 by the Health and Human Service Committee.
Read MorePolitical subdivisions seeking to increase the amount of property taxes they collect would have to hold a joint public hearing under a bill considered Feb. 10 by the Revenue Committee.
Read MoreMembers of the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee heard testimony Feb. 8 on a bill meant to encourage increased broadband availability throughout the state.
Read MoreNot even historic levels of snowfall can dampen Bellevue Sen. Rita Sanders’ positive outlook on life. Born and raised in Hawaii, she looked outside her office window at the snow drifts last week and focused on her affinity for snow sports.
Read MoreNebraskans would not be required to comply with a mandatory vaccination order under a bill considered Feb. 4 by the Health and Human Services Committee.
Read MoreThe Revenue Committee heard testimony Feb. 4 on a bill intended to improve access to child care and early childhood education programs for Nebraska families.
Read MoreMembers of the Judiciary Committee heard testimony Feb. 3 on a bill to increase accountability and transparency for Nebraska law enforcement officers.
Read MoreThe Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony Feb. 3 on three bills, each introduced by the committee, concerning youth rehabilitation and treatment centers.
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