Workers’ Compensation Court relocation approved
Senators passed a bill May 19 that removes a requirement that the Workers’ Compensation Court maintain offices in the state
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Healthful food financing program reconsidered, passed
A financing program to improve access to healthful foods in underserved communities was reconsidered and passed by lawmakers May 18.
Read MoreEducation, PSC redistricting bills clear first round
Senators advanced three redistricting bills from general file May 18 that would redraw lines for the Public Service Commission, University
Read MoreAngel investment tax credits passed
Refundable income tax credits for investments in high-tech business are offered by a bill approved by the Legislature May 18.
Read MoreWyuka Cemetery sales tax exemption approved
A bill approved by the Legislature May 18 exempts Wyuka Cemetery from sales and use tax. LB252, introduced by Bellevue
Read MoreCounty sales tax uses expanded
Counties may use revenues derived from a county option sales tax for more public safety purposes under a bill passed
Read MoreLow-speed vehicles legalized for use on state roads
Low-speed vehicles will be permitted for use on state roads under a bill passed by the Legislature May 18. LB289,
Read MoreTourism development board created
The state Department of Economic Development is required to establish a tourism development board under a bill passed May 18.
Read MoreStriking public safety officers with bodily fluids qualifies as assault
Senators passed a bill May 18 that creates a crime of assault with a bodily fluid against a public safety
Read MoreDivorce provisions for support liens and military families pass
Senators passed a bill May 18 related to support liens and military families in divorce cases. LB673, introduced by Norfolk
Read MoreHorse racing bill passes
Senators narrowly passed a bill May 18 that clarifies the terms of members of the State Racing Commission and attempts
Read MoreVehicle donation bill approved
Political subdivisions are allowed to donate certain motor vehicles to charitable organizations under a bill given final approval May 18.
Read MoreSmall business assistance bill approved
A statewide pilot program to provide technical assistance to small businesses was given final approval by senators May 18. LB345,
Read MoreNew economic development program approved
Senators passed a measure May 18 that eliminates three existing economic development programs and replaces them with the Business Innovation
Read MoreMedical fees for workers’ compensation could be revised
Senators advanced a bill from general file May 17 that would change medical fee schedules for workers’ compensation. Omaha Sen.
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