Bill seeks to boost compulsive gambling assistance
A bill that would increase the amount of lottery funds directed to compulsive gambling assistance in Nebraska was considered Feb. 26 by the General Affairs Committee.
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Sen. Bob Krist
Bill would make texting while driving a primary offense
Texting while driving would be considered a more serious offense under a bill heard by the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee Jan. 23.
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Temporary release of inmates for treatment considered
Inmates could receive treatment in the community on a temporary basis under a bill discussed in a Judiciary Committee hearing Jan. 17.
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Special committee approved to oversee Corrections
The Legislature will establish another committee to oversee the state Department of Correctional Services under a resolution adopted by the Legislature May 18.
Read moreAdditional juvenile court judge approved
A bill increasing the number of juvenile court judges in Omaha was passed by the Legislature May 16.
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Special investigative committee proposed for corrections
The Legislature would establish another committee to oversee the state Department of Correctional Services under a resolution heard by the Executive Board May 16.
Read moreStatute of limitations removed for child sex assault
A bill that allows child victims of sexual assault more time to seek damages was passed by the Legislature May 3.
Read moreStatute of limitations exception for child sex assault amended, advanced
Retroactive provisions were removed from a bill that would provide child victims of sexual assault more time to seek damages file April 25.
Read moreReporting authority expanded for inspector general
A bill that gives the inspector general of the Nebraska Correctional System expanded reporting capabilities was passed by the Legislature April 24.
Read moreRadon task force authorized
A bill intended to ensure radon levels are mitigated in new homes, schools, offices and other buildings received final approval by the Legislature April 24.
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Statute of limitations exception for child sex assault advanced
Lawmakers gave first-round approval April 5 to a bill that would provide child victims of sexual assault more time to seek damages.
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Expanded reporting authority for inspector general advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill from general file March 28 that would give the inspector general of the Nebraska Correctional System expanded reporting capabilities.
Read moreGraduated accountability for juvenile probationers approved
Lawmakers passed a bill March 23 that changes how violations of juvenile probation terms are addressed.
Read moreRadon task force advanced
Senators advanced a bill March 22 intended to ensure radon levels are mitigated in new homes, schools, offices and other buildings.
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Civics education bills proposed
The Education Committee heard testimony March 20 on two bills intended to ensure that Nebraskans graduate high school with basic civic knowledge and skills.
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