LB 1067 adjusts how documentary stamp tax revenue is distributed to fund housing programs in Nebraska. It specifies that for every $2.82 collected on property transfers (deeds), 95 cents goes to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, 75 cents each to the Rural Workforce and Middle Income Workforce Housing Investment Funds, and smaller portions to other housing-related funds. The bill harmonizes existing tax allocation rules across these funds and ensures collected revenue is used solely for designated housing purposes. This directly affects property sellers and buyers paying the transfer tax, with funds supporting affordable housing initiatives. The changes take effect upon enactment, modifying current tax distribution formulas.
LB 1195 repeals a specific Nebraska law (section 47-111) that previously required county jails to follow certain procedures for female inmates and maintain jail matrons. This bill directly affects county jails across Nebraska by removing those mandatory requirements. The key mechanism is a straightforward repeal of the existing statute, eliminating the legal obligations without creating new policies or altering inmate treatment standards. As a procedural repeal, it does not introduce new rules but removes an outdated requirement from state law.
LB 852 requires that a portion of Nebraska's Convention Center Support Fund - used for convention center assistance to metropolitan cities - must be allocated to high-poverty areas (defined as census tracts with over 30% below the poverty line). Specifically, 10% of funds for certain cities and 100% of funds for others must be directed to these areas for historical preservation, reducing street and gang violence, and supporting small businesses. Affected areas must form a community committee with public hearings and resident appointments to manage the spending. This bill directly affects metropolitan cities receiving convention center funds and the high-poverty neighborhoods that receive the allocated resources.
LB 762 requires most health insurance policies in Nebraska to cover treatment for two specific pediatric conditions: pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorder associated with streptococcal infection (PANDAS) and pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS). It mandates coverage for recommended treatments like antibiotics, medication, behavioral therapy, plasma exchange, and immunoglobulin, directly affecting families of children diagnosed with these conditions and insurers offering health coverage in the state. Insurers must report coverage denials for these treatments annually to the Department of Insurance, which will publish a public report starting in 2028. The bill aims to ensure access to medically necessary care for affected children without insurer denials.
LB 1240 modifies Nebraska's ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) program by preventing the state from seeking recovery of funds from an ABLE account after the account holder's death. Specifically, it states that Nebraska cannot recover amounts from the account or distributions made upon death for medical assistance received under the Medical Assistance Act after the account was established. This directly affects Nebraska residents using ABLE accounts who receive state medical assistance, ensuring their beneficiaries won't face repayment claims for prior medical costs. The change amends Section 77-1403(5) of Nebraska law to align with federal ABLE program rules.
LB 745 changes Nebraska's high school equivalency diploma requirements by removing a 30-day Nebraska residency requirement for applicants. It directly affects residents seeking a high school equivalency diploma who previously needed to prove 30 days of residency before applying. The bill keeps other key requirements intact, including passing approved tests, meeting educational standards equivalent to a high school graduate, being at least 18 years old, and being unable to obtain a diploma from their last school or having left more than a year ago. The amendment updates the state law to streamline access while maintaining academic standards for the diploma.
LB 940 prohibits Nebraska public elementary and secondary schools from serving school meals containing six specific artificial color additives (Blue No. 1, Blue No. 2, Green No. 3, Red No. 40, Yellow No. 5, and Yellow No. 6) starting August 1, 2026. The bill applies only to meals served under federal school lunch programs (as defined by the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act and Child Nutrition Act of 1966) and does not cover other food items offered to students. It bases the banned additives on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's list as of January 1, 2026, using federal definitions for "color additive" and "school meal." The policy change directly affects school meal providers and students receiving these meals in Nebraska.
LB 1261 prohibits Nebraska consumer-owned utilities (like public power districts and cooperatives) from using eminent domain to acquire privately owned electric generation facilities serving large industrial customers. It specifically applies to facilities over 1,000 megawatts that are co-located with the industrial site, have grid interconnection approval, and operate under long-term contracts with the utility. These contracts must include a waiver of eminent domain rights, prohibit resale of electricity, and require the industrial customer to cover all related utility costs. The bill repeals a previous law that allowed such acquisitions, focusing on protecting private industrial energy projects under defined conditions.
LB 1022 would eliminate the human relations training requirement for educators seeking teaching certificates, special services permits, or administrative credentials in Nebraska schools. Currently, applicants must complete training covering topics like recognizing biases, promoting inclusivity, and understanding diverse cultures. The bill amends state education laws (sections 79-807, 79-808, and others) to remove this requirement and the associated definition of "human relations training." This directly affects educators pursuing or renewing their certification under Nebraska's current system.
Nebraska's LB 883 amends the Civic and Community Center Financing Act and Revitalize Rural Nebraska Grant Program to adjust grant eligibility and funding limits. The bill sets population-based maximum grant amounts: up to $2.25 million for larger cities or tribal governments, $1.125 million for cities of 40,000-100,000 residents, $750,000 for 20,000-40,000, and $600,000 for 10,000-20,000 residents. It clarifies definitions for terms like "civic center," "historic building," and "recreation center" to ensure consistent application. These changes directly affect cities, tribal governments, and other political subdivisions seeking funding for community facilities, historic preservation, or public space improvements under existing programs. The bill modifies sections 13-2703, 13-2704.01, and 13-2705 of Nebraska law without creating new programs.
Nebraska bill LB 778 amends the Civic and Community Center Financing Act to change grant eligibility rules. It prohibits municipalities from receiving state funding for community centers if they previously received grants for sports arenas (Sports Arena Facility Financing Act) or convention centers (Convention Center Facility Financing Act). For the 2023-2024 grant cycle, municipalities must partner with a certified creative district to qualify, with grants starting at $100,000 and coordinated with the Nebraska Arts Council. This temporary rule expires June 30, 2024. The bill directly affects cities seeking community center funding and certified creative districts.
This bill renames Nebraska's Police Officers Retirement Act to the "Cities of the First Class Police Officers Retirement Act" to clarify it applies only to police officers in Nebraska's largest cities (those designated as "first class"). It updates definitions throughout the law, such as specifying "city" means a first-class city employing police officers, and removes outdated provisions. The changes harmonize terminology and streamline the act without altering retirement benefit calculations or eligibility. The bill directly affects police officers in Nebraska's 13 first-class cities (e.g., Omaha, Lincoln).
