Funding sought to address developmental disability wait list
The Appropriations Committee heard testimony Feb. 24 on a bill intended to alleviate a wait list for developmental disability services in Nebraska.
Read MoreThe Appropriations Committee heard testimony Feb. 24 on a bill intended to alleviate a wait list for developmental disability services in Nebraska.
Read MoreNebraskans who have committed a felony other than treason would be able to vote while incarcerated under a proposed constitutional
Read MoreThe minimum age to choose to be an organ donor on a Nebraska state ID or drivers license would be lowered under a bill considered Feb. 4 by the Health and Human Services Committee.
Read MoreLawmakers amended and advanced a bill from select file March 6 containing several transportation measures.
Read MoreThe Health and Human Services Committee considered a bill Feb. 26 that would makes several changes to state law regarding health care delivery for pregnant women and new mothers.
Read MoreA bill that would limit who could purchase or possess a firearm was heard by the Judiciary Committee Feb. 21.
Read MoreLawmakers began first-round debate Jan. 13 on a proposal that would give teachers legal protection for defending themselves and others against violent students.
Read MoreThe Education Committee considered proposals this session to update Nebraska’s civic education standards, reimburse school districts for mental and behavioral health expenses and authorize teachers to physically restrain violent students.
Read MorePublic benefit requirements, licensure changes and pharmacy practice updates were the top health and human services issues addressed by lawmakers this session.
Read MoreLawmakers considered measures this session to ensure fair treatment for minors engaged in the court system, legalize medical cannabis and provide additional oversight of the state correctional system.
Read MoreSenators expanded license plate options and addressed call spoofing and a number of infrastructure concerns this year.
Read MoreLawmakers gave first-round approval April 24 to a bill meant to assist individuals facing collection of certain medical debts.
Read MoreThe administrator of the Nebraska State Capitol Building would be required to provide a space to express breast milk under a bill considered March 15 by the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee.
Read MoreGrandparents and other extended family members would be eligible for a tax incentive on contributions they make to a beneficiary’s college savings plan account under a bill heard Feb. 6 by the Education Committee.
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