Bill would extend fluoridation opt-out
The Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony Jan. 26 on a bill that would eliminate a deadline for cities
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Bill would create threshold for state aid to municipalities
Only municipalities with higher property tax levies would qualify for state aid under a bill heard by the Revenue Committee
Read MoreProtection orders proposed for threats of harm
The Judiciary Committee heard testimony Jan. 26 on a bill that would make a credible threat a reason for granting
Read MoreSenators amend, advance proposal to protect vulnerable adults
Lawmakers amended and advanced a bill to select file Jan. 27 that would make changes to Nebraska’s guardian and conservatorship
Read MoreCommittee considers reductions in state aid to schools
The Education Committee heard testimony Jan. 25 on two proposals to cut state spending by reducing aid to schools. The
Read MoreSenators amend proposal to better protect vulnerable adults
Lawmakers discussed and amended a bill on general file Jan. 26 that would make changes to Nebraska’s guardian and conservatorship
Read MoreBanning of K2 drug advances
Synthetic cannabinoids would be banned under a bill receiving general file approval Jan. 25. LB19, introduced by Omaha Sen. Beau
Read MoreBill would require ag department to develop honey standard
The state Department of Agriculture would adopt a standard for honey under a bill heard by the Agriculture Committee Jan.
Read MoreVegetation management considered as addition to division fence law
Adjacent landowners would be required to maintain division fences in good repair and to clear disruptive vegetation under a bill
Read MoreEducation cuts and changes considered
The Education Committee heard testimony Jan. 24 on four bills containing the committee’s recommendations that were prepared over the interim
Read MoreMunicipal bidding procedure waiver proposed
Cities and villages in Nebraska would be able to waive municipal bidding procedures when required to comply with a federal
Read MoreRepeal of motorcycle safety course reimbursement advances
A state subsidy for motorcycle education providers would be discontinued under a bill receiving general file approval Jan. 25. LB170,
Read MoreStreamlined process for handicapped parking permits considered
Individuals applying for handicapped parking permits could take advantage of a new online system that would be created by a
Read MoreBill intended to curb 21st birthday binges discussed
The General Affairs Committee heard testimony Jan. 24 on a bill intended to discourage 21st birthday binge drinking. LB294, sponsored
Read MoreWaiver sought for alcohol restrictions near campuses
The General Affairs Committee heard testimony Jan. 24 on a bill that would allow a waiver to the state’s 300-foot
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