Reverse osmosis funds sought for private wells
The Appropriations Committee heard testimony March 13 on a bill that would provide state funds for reverse osmosis systems in rural parts of the state.
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Bill would classify app drivers as contract workers
The Business and Labor Committee heard testimony March 13 on a bill that would ensure Nebraskans who engage in marketplace network platforms remain independent contractors.
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Omnibus liquor bill amended, advanced
A proposal related to liquor importation in Nebraska was amended to become an omnibus liquor bill and advanced from general file March 13.
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Eclectic path brings Hardin to Legislature
A wooden business card holder sits on Sen. Brian Hardin’s desk, engraved with his name and district number — a gift from US Senator Adrian Smith. It was Smith’s father, Neal, who first suggested that Hardin run for the open seat in Legislative District 48.
Read MoreFunds sought for foster care transition program
The Legislature would provide funds to expand a program that assists youth transitioning out of the state’s foster care system under a bill considered March 9 by the Appropriations Committee.
Read MoreDirect cash assistance increase proposed
A bill intended to increase access to direct cash assistance for low-income families in Nebraska was considered by the Health and Human Services Committee March 8.
Read MoreBill would increase child welfare provider rates
The Health and Human Services Committee heard testimony March 8 on a bill that would increase child welfare provider rates in Nebraska.
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‘Clean slate’ relief for tenants proposed
Tenants could have records of past wrongful eviction actions sealed under a bill considered by the Judiciary Committee March 8.
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Proposal would return Nebraska to two-house legislature
Nebraska no longer would be the nation’s only one-house legislative system under a proposed constitutional amendment considered March 9 by the Executive Board.
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Variety of measures seek millions for affordable housing
The Appropriations Committee heard testimony March 8 on several measures aimed at addressing Nebraska’s housing shortage by devoting more state funds to existing programs.
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Committee hears updates on Omaha pandemic funding
The Urban Affairs Committee heard testimony March 7 on a bill that would update the Economic Recovery Act passed by the Legislature in 2022 to fund pandemic recovery projects, mainly in North and South Omaha.
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Tax credit scholarship bill clears first round after cloture vote
Nebraskans could receive a tax credit for contributions to organizations that grant scholarships to students to attend private school under a bill advanced from general file March 8.
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Proposal would expand transportation program to add infrastructure
The Transportation and Telecommunications Committee heard testimony March 7 on a bill that would expand a state transportation program to include certain infrastructure improvements.
Read MoreChanges to school suspension, expulsion considered
The Education Committee heard testimony March 7 on bills intended to prevent the suspension of young students and ensure expelled students are able to graduate on time.
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New state housing department considered
The Urban Affairs Committee heard testimony March 7 on a bill that would create an executive branch state agency focused on housing and urban development in Nebraska.
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