Nebraska Congressional Bills

in committee · Nebraska · House Aug 5, 2025

HR 4895: Afghan Adjustment Act

HR 4895, the Afghan Adjustment Act, creates a pathway to conditional permanent resident status for Afghans who supported U.S. military or government efforts in Afghanistan. Eligible individuals include Afghan citizens or nationals who were employed by or on behalf of U.S. forces, worked with U.S. intelligence, or were part of specific Afghan security forces (including members of the Afghanistan National Defense and Security Forces), and who served for at least one year during the relevant period. The bill establishes a 4-year conditional period before full permanent residency is granted, requires security checks similar to refugee processing, prohibits fees for processing applications, and creates a referral system for processing applications from Afghans still in Afghanistan. It also provides eligibility for benefits available to refugees and establishes an Interagency Task Force to oversee implementation.

Topics ✓ Immigration

in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 2, 2025

S 2680: LETITIA Act

The LETITIA Act (S 2680) increases penalties for public officials convicted of bank fraud, falsifying loan/credit applications, or falsifying tax filings. For a first or second offense, public officials face fines up to $1.5 million and prison terms of 1-35 years (up from $1 million and 30 years), while third or subsequent offenses carry fines up to $2 million and prison terms of 5-40 years. The bill defines "public official" broadly to include federal, state, and local government employees or representatives acting in their official capacity. It also requires the Justice Department and Treasury to issue new investigative guidelines within 90 days for prosecuting these offenses involving public officials.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 1, 2025

SRES 364: A resolution recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Renewable Fuel Standard and its foundational role in strengthening American energy security, supporting rural communities, growing the United States economy, and improving environmental performance.

SRES 364 is a Senate resolution recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), a policy established in 2005 and expanded in 2007. It acknowledges the RFS's role in supporting domestic renewable fuel production, strengthening energy security, aiding rural economies, and reducing transportation emissions through mandated renewable fuel targets. The resolution does not create new policy or funding but formally commends the RFS's achievements over two decades, including its contribution to U.S. economic output, job creation, and environmental performance.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

in committee · Nebraska · House Aug 1, 2025

HRES 628: Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Renewable Fuel Standard and its foundational role in strengthening United States energy security, supporting rural communities, growing the United States economy, and improving environmental performance.

HRES 628 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), a policy established in 2005 and expanded in 2007. It highlights the RFS's historical role in supporting rural economies (through 2,700+ renewable fuel facilities and 644,000 jobs), reducing greenhouse gas emissions via mandatory fuel standards, and lowering consumer fuel costs. The resolution does not create new policy or alter the RFS; it solely commemorates the program's past impacts on energy security, agriculture, and environmental performance. It affirms the RFS as a foundational element of U.S. energy policy without proposing any legislative changes.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 1, 2025

S 2654: Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act of 2025

The Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act of 2025 aims to strengthen the U.S. biobased products industry by increasing federal procurement of products made from renewable agricultural resources like corn and soybeans. The bill establishes clear definitions for terms such as "biobased product" and "bio-attributed plastic," requires federal agencies to annually increase their purchase of biobased products, and creates a USDA task force to coordinate programs and make recommendations for improvement. It also sets labeling standards to prevent misleading claims about bioproducts and mandates training for federal procurement staff on biobased product purchasing. This legislation directly affects the Department of Agriculture, federal procurement agencies, and manufacturers of biobased products, with the goal of supporting rural economies and reducing reliance on petroleum-based products.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · Nebraska · House Aug 1, 2025

HR 4831: ENFORCE Act

HR 4831 (ENFORCE Act) strengthens federal enforcement against specific child exploitation crimes. It removes the statute of limitations for offenses involving obscene visual representations of child sexual abuse, adds these crimes to sex offender registration requirements, and mandates courts to handle related evidence in ways that protect victims (e.g., keeping depictions with the government or court). The bill also creates a presumption for pretrial detention and extended supervised release for violations of these specific provisions. These changes directly affect individuals convicted under sections 1466A, 2252A, and related child exploitation laws, as well as federal courts handling such cases.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

Ann Wagner (R) · 17 co-sponsors

in committee · Nebraska · House Aug 1, 2025

HR 4832: Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act of 2025

The Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act of 2025 aims to strengthen the U.S. biobased products industry by increasing federal procurement of products made from renewable agricultural resources like corn and soybeans. It establishes new definitions for biobased terms, creates a Biobased Task Force within the Department of Agriculture to coordinate research and promotion, and requires federal agencies to update procurement systems to identify biobased products and train staff on their purchase. The bill mandates annual reporting on procurement progress, creates a labeling system for biobased products, and requires the Department of Agriculture to conduct public education on biobased products. This legislation directly affects farmers, biobased manufacturers, and federal procurement agencies, with the goal of supporting rural economic development.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

in committee · Nebraska · House Aug 1, 2025

HR 4864: Ethanol for America Act of 2025

This bill requires the EPA to finalize a rule about E15 fuel (15% ethanol blend) labeling and underground storage tank compatibility within 90 days of enactment. It directly affects fuel retailers and underground storage tank owners by mandating that existing tanks are automatically deemed compliant with E15 without needing documentation, and that tanks manufactured after July 2005 or certain fiberglass piping are considered compatible. The bill also requires new tank components installed after the rule's effective date to be compatible with up to 100% ethanol, regardless of current fuel types. These provisions aim to simplify compliance for fuel retailers while expanding flexibility for future fuel blends.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

in committee · Nebraska · House Aug 1, 2025

HR 4863: Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025

HR 4863, the Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025, provides lump sum catch-up payments to victims of the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing and 1996 Khobar Towers bombing who were previously denied compensation due to confusing Department of Justice guidance. The bill requires the Special Master to authorize these payments to individuals who relied on outdated guidance stating they could not apply for lump sum payments if already eligible for regular distributions. Victims can prove their reliance through documentation, sworn statements, or other methods approved by the Special Master. Payments will be made from a reserve fund or the main compensation fund, ensuring those who were wrongly excluded can now receive full compensation they were entitled to under the law.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Pete Sessions (R) · 46 co-sponsors

in committee · Nebraska · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2562: Equal Shot Act of 2025

This bill prohibits the Small Business Administration (SBA) from denying financial assistance - such as loans or guarantees - to firearm-related businesses solely based on their industry. It directly affects firearm entities (manufacturers, sellers, and distributors), firearm entity affiliates (like shooting ranges), and firearm trade associations by requiring the SBA to treat them equally under existing programs. The key provision bans SBA policies that discriminate against these applicants, ensuring they can access standard SBA support without industry-based barriers. The bill does not create new funding but mandates equal treatment for eligible applicants already covered by SBA law.

James E. Risch (R) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · Nebraska · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2579: Endangered Species Recovery Act of 2025

This bill renames the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to the "Endangered Species Recovery Act" and updates all federal references to the law to reflect the new name. It does not change any conservation protections, listing procedures, or recovery requirements for species. The bill directly affects federal agencies, courts, and documents that cite the law, requiring them to use the new title. This is a procedural change with no substantive policy impact on species protection.

in committee · Nebraska · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2636: A bill to prohibit individuals who are not citizens of the United States from voting in elections in the District of Columbia and to repeal the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.

This bill prohibits noncitizens from voting in all District of Columbia elections, including local elections for public office and ballot initiatives. It directly affects noncitizen residents of Washington D.C. who previously could vote under the repealed 2022 law. The bill repeals the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022, restoring the prior rule that limited voting in D.C. elections to U.S. citizens. This change would require noncitizen D.C. residents to obtain citizenship to vote in local elections.

Topics ✗ Immigration

Katie Boyd Britt (R) · 23 co-sponsors

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