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died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 1018: Change provisions relating to prohibited expenditures by committees under the Nebraska Political Accountability and Disclosure Act

Nebraska's LB 1018 clarifies restrictions on campaign committee spending under the Political Accountability and Disclosure Act. It explicitly prohibits committees from using funds for candidates' personal expenses, including clothing, medical costs, auto payments, mortgage/rent, personal debts (except campaign loans), or personal services like legal fees. The bill also bans committee funds for office supplies or furnishings related to a candidate's public office, except as specified. This directly affects political committees managing campaign finances by tightening rules on permissible expenditures. The changes clarify existing law without creating new restrictions, focusing on preventing misuse of campaign funds for personal candidate benefits.

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LB 925: Adopt the Safe Parks and Public Spaces Act

LB 925, the Safe Parks and Public Spaces Act, prohibits unauthorized camping in public parks, rights-of-way, and other public spaces - defined as using tents, bedding, or personal items as shelter - except in designated campsites or sanctioned homeless encampments. It classifies violations as Class V misdemeanors, with first offenses requiring law enforcement to direct individuals to homeless shelters instead of prosecution. Local governments must enforce this ban or face suspension of state funds (including housing/homelessness funding) by the Department of Health and Human Services, with penalties calculated daily until compliance is achieved. The law directly affects homeless individuals in public spaces and local governments responsible for public safety enforcement.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

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LB 1021: Change provisions related to penalties, proceeds, and distributed revenue of the nameplate capacity tax

Nebraska's LB 1021 amends the nameplate capacity tax for renewable energy facilities by changing penalty rules for late filings or unpaid taxes. It replaces the previous penalty structure (5% per quarter of unpaid tax) with a fixed $10,000 maximum penalty, effective January 1, 2027, for owners of renewable energy generation facilities. The bill directly affects facility owners required to pay this tax under sections 77-6203 and 77-6204. This policy change simplifies enforcement by capping penalties, removing the variable quarterly penalty calculation.

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LB 944: Require direct reimbursement to certain facilities for hospice care services under the Medical Assistance Act

LB 944 amends Nebraska's Medical Assistance Act to require direct reimbursement from the state for hospice care services provided to program participants. This change applies specifically to hospitals and intermediate care facilities that offer hospice services under the program. The bill modifies existing coverage provisions (previously listed in section 68-911(2)(p)) by mandating that payments be made directly to these facilities, rather than through third-party intermediaries. This policy change affects providers delivering hospice care to Medicaid-eligible individuals in Nebraska.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

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LB 943: Provide immunity from claims of public or private nuisance for motor vehicle racing facilities

This bill creates legal immunity for motor vehicle racing facilities (like racetracks and associated amenities) from public or private nuisance claims under specific conditions. It applies if the facility existed before a local land use change and wouldn't have been considered a nuisance at that time. The bill also limits nuisance lawsuits to claims filed within two years of the issue becoming significant, while excluding cases involving prior court orders about existing nuisance problems. This directly affects racing facilities and individuals seeking to file nuisance lawsuits against them. The law changes the legal standards for such claims but does not alter racing operations or safety requirements.

died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 933: Provide immunity for health care practitioners under the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Patient Protection Act

LB 933 protects Nebraska healthcare practitioners who recommend medical cannabis under the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Patient Protection Act. The bill shields doctors, nurses, and other licensed providers from disciplinary action - including license penalties or civil fines - when they provide a written recommendation or state in their professional opinion that a patient may benefit from cannabis for medical treatment. This applies specifically to recommendations for conditions like chronic pain or nausea, not general cannabis use. The law directly affects healthcare professionals who interact with medical cannabis patients in Nebraska.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

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LB 881: Require law enforcement agencies, jails, and the Nebraska State Patrol to receive approval prior to entering into agreements to enforce immigration law

Nebraska's LB 881 requires law enforcement agencies, county/city jails, and the Nebraska State Patrol to obtain prior approval from their local governing body before entering agreements to enforce immigration law. This applies to any agreement involving immigration enforcement actions like detention or arrest, excluding human trafficking-related agreements. The bill mandates a 30-day written notice to the local governing body, a public hearing, and approval before any new agreement takes effect starting July 1, 2026. Existing agreements must terminate by December 1, 2026, unless approved by the local body by October 15, 2026. Agencies must also report all approved agreements to the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement within 60 days.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Immigration

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LB 932: Provide an income tax adjustment for tip income and income received from overtime compensation

LB 932 would amend Nebraska's tax code to create a specific income tax adjustment for tip income and overtime compensation. This adjustment would directly affect workers who earn tips (such as in restaurants or hospitality) or receive overtime pay (common in hourly jobs). The bill adds these income types to the list of modifications applied to federal income when calculating state tax liability. The adjustment would change how these specific income sources are treated in Nebraska's tax computation, though the exact mechanism (e.g., deduction or credit) is not detailed in the provided text. This policy change updates the state's tax code to address these income categories.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment

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LB 930: Provide an income tax deduction to retired firefighters and law enforcement officers for annual retirement benefits

LB 930 would amend Nebraska's tax code to allow retired firefighters and law enforcement officers to deduct their annual retirement benefits from their state taxable income. This change would directly reduce the state income tax burden for eligible retired public safety officers. The bill creates a specific tax deduction for retirement benefits received by these groups, adjusting how their income is calculated for state tax purposes. The policy change is a concrete modification to Nebraska's tax code for this targeted group of retirees.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment

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LB 931: Provide an income tax credit related to premium payments for a qualified health plan

Nebraska's LB 931 creates a refundable state income tax credit for residents who purchase health insurance through the federal Marketplace. It directly affects low-to-moderate-income Nebraskans with federal adjusted gross income of $29,000 or less who qualify for the federal premium tax credit. The credit equals 100% of the federal credit for incomes up to $22,000, decreasing by 10% for each $1,000 over that threshold (e.g., 90% for $23,000). This credit is refundable, meaning eligible residents receive cash payments even if their state tax liability is zero.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

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LB 990: Rename the School District Property Tax Relief Act as the Live Here Thrive Here Act and the School District Property Tax Relief Credit Fund as the Live Here Thrive Here Credit Fund and change the distribution of property tax credits under the act

Nebraska's LB 990 renames the "School District Property Tax Relief Act" to the "Live Here Thrive Here Act" and changes the "School District Property Tax Relief Credit Fund" to the "Live Here Thrive Here Credit Fund." The bill modifies how property tax credits are distributed by adjusting the state's fiscal transfer process under Section 77-4602. Specifically, it directs funds to the new credit fund based on comparisons between actual and estimated state revenue, with the State Treasurer making transfers according to these calculations. This policy change directly affects property owners in Nebraska school districts who receive tax credits for real property taxes paid.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 841: Change provisions relating to special education services, parental consent, and hearings

LB 841 amends Nebraska's special education laws to clarify requirements for student identification, parental consent, and dispute resolution. It requires school districts to provide services only to students properly identified under existing law and mandates parental/legal guardian consent before changing an individualized education program (IEP), unless the district documents reasonable efforts to obtain consent (with no response in 10 days) or secures hearing approval. The bill shifts the burden of proof and burden of production to school districts during special education hearings, meaning schools must demonstrate their position rather than parents proving the school wrong. It also sets a 45-day deadline for hearing officers to issue final decisions. This directly affects students with disabilities, their families, and school districts across Nebraska.

Topics ✓ Education