This Legislative Resolution (LR 42) formally congratulates the Minden High School volleyball team for winning the 2024 Class C-1 State Volleyball Championship. It specifically recognizes their 37-1 season record, their victory over Wahoo High School, and the contributions of players (including seniors Makenna Betty and Lydia Petty), coaches (head coach Julie Ratka), and supporters. The resolution directs copies to be sent to the team and head coach. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect and does not change policies or regulations.
This legislative resolution (LR 44) formally congratulates Jordon Harms, a fourth-generation Nebraska farmer and winner of the 2024 Nebraska Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award, for his contributions to the state's agricultural economy. The resolution recognizes his involvement in agricultural organizations like 4-H, FFA, and the Nebraska Farm Bureau Leadership Academy. It has no binding effect and serves solely as a ceremonial acknowledgment; the legislature resolved to send a copy of the resolution to Mr. Harms after formally adopting it on February 18, 2025. This is a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or direct impact on laws or regulations.
This legislative resolution (LR 43) formally congratulates Ethan Hardin of Malcolm, Nebraska, on earning the Eagle Scout rank in the Boy Scouts of America. It recognizes his achievement of 21 merit badges, completion of a community service project installing a dry creek bed at Lincoln's Turpin Outdoor Education Center, and his award on August 22, 2024. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, with no new laws, funding, or obligations created, and it directs that a copy be sent to Ethan Hardin.
This is a ceremonial legislative resolution (not a law), honoring John Cook upon his retirement as head coach of the University of Nebraska volleyball team. It expresses the Nebraska Legislature's gratitude for his 25-year career, during which he led the team to four NCAA championships and numerous accolades. The resolution formally congratulates him on his achievements and thanks him for his contributions to Nebraska. It has no policy impact, as it solely serves to recognize his service.
This legislative resolution (LR 38) formally congratulates the Sandy Creek High School football team and quarterback Ethan Shaw for winning Nebraska's 2024 Class D-1 state championship. It recognizes the team's perfect 13-0 season and Shaw's designation as Class D-1 Player of the Year. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely expresses the Nebraska Legislature's recognition of this athletic achievement. The resolution was adopted by the Legislature on February 11, 2025.
This legislative resolution (LR 35) formally congratulates the Gretna High School Dragons softball team for winning the 2024 Nebraska School Activities Association Class A State Softball Championship. It recognizes their 8-0 championship victory, their perfect 38-0 season record, and their status as the first team in program history to claim the Class A title. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative recognition and directs copies to the team and head coach. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies beyond this acknowledgment.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Senator Joseph Robert Kerrey. It formally thanks Kerrey - Nebraska's former governor, U.S. Senator, and Medal of Honor recipient - for his service to Nebraska and the U.S., specifically recognizing his military heroism in Vietnam and political career. The resolution has no policy impact; it simply expresses legislative gratitude and directs a copy to Kerrey. Nebraska's legislature passed it unanimously with no recorded opposition.
This legislative resolution (LR 36) formally recognizes February 2025 as Black History Month in Nebraska. It does not create new laws or policies but encourages all Nebraskans to reflect on and celebrate the contributions of Black Americans to the state's history and culture. The resolution provides no funding, mandates, or enforcement mechanisms - its purpose is purely symbolic recognition. It directly affects Nebraska residents by inviting them to observe and honor Black history during February 2025.
This is a ceremonial legislative resolution (LR 34) expressing the Nebraska Legislature's sympathy to the family and friends of Walter Horner Radcliffe, a longtime Nebraska lobbyist, government relations professional, and former legislative staff member who died in December 2024. The resolution formally recognizes his career spanning decades in Nebraska government, including service as a legislative page, counsel to committees, and founding Nebraska's oldest lobbying firm. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is solely a symbolic gesture of respect. The resolution was adopted by the Legislature on February 6, 2025.
This resolution honors Jack Hoffman, a Nebraska native who inspired millions through his childhood battle with brain cancer and his role in founding the Team Jack Foundation (which raised over $14 million for pediatric cancer research). It recognizes his perseverance and strength, and extends condolences to his family following his death in January 2025 at age 19. The resolution serves as a ceremonial tribute with no policy changes or funding impacts.
This is a symbolic legislative resolution (not a law) designating February 2025 as "Turner Syndrome Awareness Month" in Nebraska. It formally recognizes Turner syndrome - a chromosomal condition affecting about 1 in 2,000 female births - and aims to raise public awareness about the condition's health challenges, including cardiac risks and learning difficulties. The resolution expresses support for individuals with Turner syndrome, their families, and caregivers, but does not create new policies or affect any legal rights or obligations. As a recognition measure, it has no binding effect beyond promoting awareness.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) expressing legislative sympathy for the family of former Nebraska State Senator Joe Thomas Vosoba, who died January 15, 2025. It honors his service as a senator (1958-1960), his work promoting Czech culture in Nebraska, and his military service. The resolution formally conveys the legislature's condolences to his family and directs that a copy be sent to them. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact.
