Adopt the Manufacturing Modernization Pilot Investment Act

Nebraska's LB 536 creates a pilot program providing one-time grants of up to $250,000 to eligible existing manufacturers in the state. The grants help companies invest in smart technologies (like specialized hardware or software) to boost productivity and competitiveness, requiring applicants to match grant funds with private financial support. To qualify, manufacturers must operate in Nebraska for at least three years, have 3+ full-time employees, derive over 50% revenue from goods sales, and meet specific industry classifications. Applications for the grants, administered by the Department of Economic Development, open October 1-November 1, 2025, with funds sourced from the newly created Manufacturing Modernization Pilot Investment Fund.