Full expensing provisions clear final round
Lawmakers approved a bill April 18 intended to incentivize Nebraska businesses to invest in new equipment and technology.
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Private school scholarship program approved
Senators passed a bill April 18 that will provide millions in state dollars to fund private school scholarships following a successful cloture vote.
Read MoreTax credits for caregivers, others created
Lawmakers approved a bill April 18 creating several new tax credits, including one to help Nebraskans offset expenses they incur when caring for a family member.
Read MoreTax relief measure passed over, special session suggested
Lawmakers passed over Gov. Jim Pillen’s property tax relief proposal on final reading April 18 without voting on it, ending consideration of the bill this session.
Read MoreHomestead exemption changes approved
Lawmakers gave final approval April 18 to a bill modifying Nebraska’s homestead exemption program.
Read MoreChild abuse tort claim measure clears final round
Lawmakers passed a bill April 18 that allows political subdivisions to be sued for harm caused to a child by sexual or other abuse under certain circumstances.
Read MoreIncome tax exclusion for guard members created
Senators approved a bill April 11 intended to help recruit and retain Nebraska National Guard members.
Read MorePower plant closure requirements, other measures approved
A bill containing measures intended to ensure the reliability of the electric grid received final approval from lawmakers April 11.
Read MoreConservation exemption for road projects approved
A bill intended to better balance the conservation of Nebraska’s threatened and endangered species with highway maintenance received final approval from lawmakers April 11.
Read MoreInnovation hub measure clears final round
Lawmakers gave final approval April 11 to a proposal that updates the Nebraska Innovation Hub Act, renames and expands a community development law and limits the number of special retail districts that may be created statewide.
Read MoreReentry framework for formerly incarcerated individuals approved
Lawmakers passed a measure April 11 that seeks to overhaul Nebraska’s approach to parole, probation and reentry for formerly incarcerated individuals.
Read MoreTransportation and telecommunications omnibus bill approved
Lawmakers gave final approval April 11 to a bill containing technical changes requested by the state Department of Motor Vehicles as well as several other proposals related to transportation and telecommunications.
Read MoreEMS funding increased
Lawmakers approved a bill April 11 intended to aid recruitment and retention of emergency medical personnel.
Read MoreUpdated broadband standards, 911 requirements approved
Lawmakers gave final approval April 11 to a bill harmonizing broadband internet standards and creating new requirements related to Nebraska’s 911 service system.
Read MoreVeteran justice program created
Lawmakers approved creation of a justice program aimed specifically at the needs of the state’s veterans under a bill passed April 11.
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