Proposal would ban hemp-derived cannabinoids
The Judiciary Committee heard testimony on a measure Jan. 29 that would prohibit the sale of hemp-derived cannabinoids, commonly known as delta-8.
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Emergency notification system for child care facilities proposed
The Health and Human Services Committee considered a bill Jan. 29 that seeks to establish emergency notification and response protocols for child care facilities.
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Bill seeks to limit local rent control ordinances
A measure that would prohibit local government entities from imposing rent controls was considered by the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Jan. 29.
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ATV, UTV county road use considered
All-terrain vehicles and utility-type vehicles could be registered and driven on county roads under a bill heard Jan. 28 by the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee.
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Foreign contribution reporting requirements for colleges, universities proposed
Nebraska’s colleges and universities would be required to report any funding received from foreign governments or individuals under a proposal considered by the Education Committee Jan. 27.
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Chief justice focuses on cooperation, funding concerns
In his first State of the Judiciary address Jan. 28, newly appointed Chief Justice Jeffrey Funke focused on successful past collaborations between the legislative and judicial branches and asked lawmakers to ensure adequate funding for ongoing needs.
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Bill would broaden veteran employment preference
The Business and Labor Committee heard testimony Jan. 27 on a bill that seeks to broaden the hiring preference given to veterans.
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Changes to casino, racetrack regulation proposed
The General Affairs Committee heard testimony Jan. 27 on a number of proposed changes to casino and racetrack enclosure regulation in Nebraska.
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Sorrentino wins race to the Capitol
Omaha Sen. Tony Sorrentino keeps his Brooks running shoes in a bright yellow bag in his Capitol office and his running clothes in the trunk of his car.
“Just in case,” he smiles.
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Limits on restrictive housing, ‘double bunking’ ban proposed
A bill that would redefine and limit the use of restrictive housing in the state’s correctional facilities was heard by the Judiciary Committee Jan. 24.
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Medicaid postpartum home visitation program considered
A bill that seeks to connect postpartum mothers and infants enrolled in Medicaid with in-home support services was considered by the Health and Human Services Committee Jan. 23.
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Senators change ‘present not voting’ option, adopt permanent session rules
Following three days of debate, lawmakers adopted their permanent rules Jan. 24. The rules of the Legislature govern the lawmaking process and generally are adopted at the beginning of each biennium.
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Proposals would provide immunity for naloxone alternatives
The Judiciary Committee heard joint testimony Jan. 23 on a pair of measures that would broaden legal immunity to those prescribing, dispensing or administering medications that rapidly reverse an opioid overdose.
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Limits on school, ESU bond elections proposed
A bill that would limit when school bond elections may be held was heard by the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Jan. 22.
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Medicaid memory care waiver considered
Members of the Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony Jan. 22 on a bill that seeks to establish a Medicaid reimbursement rate for assisted living facilities that provide memory care services.
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