Session Review: Judiciary
Senators passed measures this session that will provide a more transparent grand jury process, prevent civil forfeiture without criminal charges and ensure wage equality for all Nebraskans.
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Sen. Les Seiler
Corrections program enhancements approved
A corrections program that provides employment for inmates will be enhanced by a bill given final approval April 1. LB1080,
Read MoreCriminal statutes updated, parole oversight advanced
Lawmakers advanced a bill from general file March 23 that would update the state’s criminal statutes. The Legislature passed LB605
Read MoreBill to enhance correctional industries program advanced
A corrections program that provides employment for inmates would be enhanced under a bill given first-round approval March 18. LB1080,
Read MoreBill seeks to enhance correctional industries program
A corrections program that provides employment for inmates would be enhanced under a bill heard Feb. 18 by the Government,
Read MoreLaw practice fund passed
A fund is created for the state’s highest court by a bill passed Feb. 27. LB194, introduced by Hastings Sen.
Read MoreSafety requirement for novelty lighters approved
Cigarette lighters sold in Nebraska that resemble children’s toys will require a safety feature under a bill passed by the
Read MoreSafety requirement for novelty lighters advances
Cigarette lighters sold in Nebraska that resemble children’s toys would require a safety feature under a measure advanced by senators
Read MoreSession Review: Transportation and Telecommunications
Among other measures, lawmakers passed bills this session to require longer ignition interlock installation for DUI offenders and to identify
Read MoreIncrease in at-large city council members passed
Senators gave final approval May 10 to a bill that will allow certain cities to elect up to four city
Read MoreIncrease in at-large city council members advanced
Senators amended and advanced a bill from general file April 30 that would allow certain cities to elect up to
Read MoreLonger ignition interlock required for DUI
Senators gave final approval April 18 to a bill that requires those convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol
Read MoreLonger ignition interlock requirements for DUI advance
Senators advanced a bill from general file April 3 that would require those convicted of driving under the influence of
Read MoreIncrease in at-large city council members advanced
Senators gave first-round approval April 2 to a bill that would allow certain cities to elect up to four city
Read MoreChanges to burial procedures discussed
The Judiciary Committee heard testimony Feb. 27 on a bill dealing with burial procedures. Hastings Sen. Les Seiler introduced LB441,
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