Tax incentive data requirement advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval April 4 to a bill intended to increase transparency regarding tax incentive programs in Nebraska. LB629,
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Longer ignition interlock requirements for DUI advance
Senators advanced a bill from general file April 3 that would require those convicted of driving under the influence of
Read MoreEnvironmental trust grantee land purchases would require approval
After eight hours of debate, senators narrowly advanced from general file a bill dealing with property purchases through the Nebraska
Read MoreIncrease in at-large city council members advanced
Senators gave first-round approval April 2 to a bill that would allow certain cities to elect up to four city
Read MoreMunicipal land banks discussed
Senators began debating a bill March 27 that would allow metropolitan class cities or counties that have at least three
Read MoreWater sustainability task force advanced
Senators gave first-round approval March 28 to a bill that would create a task force to address the long-term sustainability
Read MoreExpanded Game and Parks powers passed
Senators passed a bill March 28 that expands powers delegated to the state Game and Parks Commission. LB499, introduced by
Read MoreChanges to hunting permits adopted
Senators passed a bill March 28 that allows nonresidents to apply for state hunting permits. LB94, introduced by Fullerton Sen.
Read MoreEmergency management registry approved
Senators gave final approval March 28 to a bill intended to facilitate assistance to people with functional needs in emergency
Read MoreAuthorization of partner STD treatment amended, advanced
After three days of debate, lawmakers amended and advanced a bill March 27 that would expressly allow expedited partner therapy
Read MoreFunds sought for developmental disability waiting list
Funds would be allocated for services for people on the state’s developmental disabilities waiting list under a bill heard March
Read MorePublic health, rural health provider incentive funds sought
The Appropriations Committee heard testimony March 25 on bills seeking funds to improve public health programs and incentivize rural health
Read MoreBills would postpone, end health care fund transfer reductions
The Appropriations Committee heard testimony March 25 on two bills that would reduce or end scheduled reductions in transfers from
Read MorePlan to contain future wildfires advanced
Senators gave first-round approval March 25 to a bill that would establish new procedures for fighting and preventing wildfires. LB634,
Read MoreFirearms records protections, signage requirements discussed
The Judiciary Committee heard testimony March 20 on two bills that would change provisions for firearm registration and signage. LB293,
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