Pacific conflict stress test requirements, Asian American commission created
A bill meant to prepare supply chains and critical infrastructure for the risk of a possible Pacific conflict was given final approval April 11.
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County bridge working group created
A new working group will award state matching funds to repair and replace county bridges under a bill passed by lawmakers April 11.
Read MoreEducation package clears final round
Lawmakers gave final approval April 11 to an omnibus education proposal.
Read MoreNatural resources omnibus bill clears final round
A package of bills related to natural resources, including one that allows for an online hunting and fishing guide and outfitter database, received final approval from senators April 11.
Read MoreLocal anti-poverty plans, housing agency requirements approved
A bill intended to coordinate anti-poverty initiatives, as well as address concerns about Omaha’s public housing agency, received final approval from lawmakers April 11.
Read MoreAmateur athlete income provisions, unemployment tax rate changes approved
Lawmakers passed a bill April 11 that changes state law regarding name, image and likeness income opportunities for student athletes and authorizes a temporary reduction in the state’s unemployment tax rate.
Read MoreBanking regulations approved
Several updates to Nebraska banking regulations were approved by lawmakers April 11.
Read MoreChild care measure clears final round
Lawmakers passed a bill April 11 to broaden options for determining child care provider reimbursement rates and establish intergenerational care facility grants.
Read MoreMunicipal infrastructure aid program created
Senators gave final approval April 11 to a new program intended to help certain Nebraska cities pay for infrastructure improvements needed to attract manufacturers and other companies.
Read MoreInland port measure, child care grant programs approved
Lawmakers passed a bill April 11 intended to give community members greater say in the development of a proposed inland port district in Omaha.
Read MoreInsurance omnibus measure clears final round
Lawmakers passed a bill April 11 that makes a number of changes to insurance regulation and real estate law in Nebraska.
Read MoreOpioid fund changes approved
Nebraska will have new tools to address the state’s opioid crisis under a bill passed by lawmakers April 11.
Read MoreCash amusement device, co-branded alcohol regulations approved
Senators passed a bill April 11 to regulate mechanical amusement devices and co-branded alcohol in Nebraska.
Read MoreRecognition of tribal involuntary commitment orders approved
Lawmakers passed a proposal April 11 meant to facilitate cooperation between tribal, state and local authorities regarding involuntary commitment of tribal members.
Read MoreiHub funding removed from documentary stamp tax proposal
A bill that would increase a tax paid by the seller of a house advanced to the final round of debate April 10 after lawmakers amended it to modify the distribution of the proceeds.
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