Calling the upcoming session “the most important time in the history of our state,” Gov. Jim Pillen outlined a series of tax proposals and funding changes to the state’s education system in his first State of the State address to senators Jan. 25.
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The Education Committee heard testimony Jan. 24 on a bill intended to ensure that voters must approve certain bonds issued to pay for the construction of school buildings.
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The Education Committee heard testimony Jan. 24 on a bill intended to maximize participation in a federal program that allows school districts with high poverty rates to serve free breakfast and lunch to all of their students.
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The Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee heard testimony Jan. 24 on a proposal that would create a state regulatory framework for the sale of pet insurance, which covers pet illness and accidents.
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Qualifying veterans would receive a temporary certificate to teach full-time in Nebraska under a bill heard Jan. 23 by the Education Committee.
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Nebraska high school students could fulfill a graduation requirement by completing a shift as a poll worker under a bill heard Jan. 23 by the Education Committee.
Read MoreA new specialty license plate celebrating Czech heritage would be available under a bill considered by the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee Jan. 23.
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Sen. Teresa Ibach has always had a heart for agriculture. Growing up near Sumner on her family’s farm, she learned from a young age how to “roll up [her] sleeves and work hard.”
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After considering several changes, lawmakers adopted their permanent rules Jan. 19. The rules of the Legislature govern the legislative process
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Senators introduced 190 measures on the final day of bill introduction Jan. 18.
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Senators reconvened Jan. 17 to continue introduction of new bills.
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The Rules Committee considered 58 possible changes to the permanent rules that govern legislative proceedings during a marathon public hearing
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Senators reconvened Jan. 13 to continue introduction of new bills.
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Senators reconvened Jan. 12 to continue introduction of new bills.
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Senators reconvened Jan. 11 to continue introduction of new bills.
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