Steel manufacturing byproduct use adopted
Senators passed a bill April 18 regarding solid waste. LB203, introduced by Norfolk Sen. Jim Scheer, excludes slag from being
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Early childhood education funding approved
Senators passed a bill April 18 that allocates funds to support early childhood education grant programs. LB495, introduced by Cedar
Read MoreProposal for six new state patrol positions advanced
Senators gave first-round approval April 17 to a bill that would create six new State Patrol positions to improve enforcement
Read MoreLiquor shipping license changes passed
Senators passed a bill April 18 that changes provisions for obtaining alcoholic liquor shipping licenses. LB230, introduced by Wilber Sen.
Read MorePresentation of economic development incentive reports required
Senators passed a bill April 18 that requires the state Department of Revenue to present economic development incentive reports to
Read MoreCounties may terminate assessment contracts
Senators gave final approval April 18 to a bill that changes county assessment contract provisions. LB55, introduced by Lexington Sen.
Read MoreRight of first refusal provided to incumbent RTO members
Senators gave final approval April 18 to a bill that changes the selection process for state electric transmission projects approved
Read MoreLonger ignition interlock required for DUI
Senators gave final approval April 18 to a bill that requires those convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol
Read MoreExpansion of education as welfare work requirement advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill April 18 that would expand eligibility for using education to satisfy work requirements in order to
Read MoreAuthorization of partner STD treatment approved
Lawmakers passed a bill April 18 that expressly allows expedited partner therapy (EPT) for the treatment of certain sexually transmitted
Read MoreThirty day in-person early voting period passed
Lawmakers passed a bill April 18 that shortens the in-person early voting period in Nebraska. Under LB271, introduced by Omaha
Read MoreTax incentive data requirement approved
Lawmakers gave final approval April 18 to a bill intended to increase transparency regarding tax incentive programs in Nebraska. LB629,
Read MoreState retirement plan updates approved
Senators gave final approval April 18 to a bill that makes technical changes to various state retirement plans. The Nebraska
Read MoreMedicaid expansion debate continues
Lawmakers continued debate April 17 on a bill that would require Nebraska to opt in to expanded Medicaid coverage available
Read MoreMedicaid expansion debate begins
Lawmakers began debate April 16 on a bill that would require Nebraska to opt in to expanded Medicaid coverage available
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