Budget & Taxes

signed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 803A: Appropriation Bill

This bill provides state funding to the Department of Revenue to support the implementation of Legislative Bill 803. It allocates $235,157 for the 2026-27 fiscal year and $111,400 for the 2027-28 fiscal year from the General Fund. The funding covers permanent and temporary salaries and per diems, with spending limits of $81,300 and $83,800 respectively for each year. The bill includes an emergency clause to take effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funding to Department of Revenue for implementing LB 803, directly supporting budget appropriations and government spending.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 304A: Appropriation Bill

This bill allocates $3,157,170 from the General Fund to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services for fiscal year 2026-27 to support programs established under Legislative Bill 304. The funding is designated specifically for Program 347 and cannot be used for employee salaries or travel expenses. No money is appropriated for fiscal year 2025-26, meaning the program will only receive state funding starting in the next fiscal year. The bill enables the department to implement services or initiatives outlined in the original 2026 legislation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $3.157M to Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services for essential programs, increasing public service funding.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $3.15M to Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services for healthcare programs, indicating funding support for health services.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 365A: Appropriation Bill

LB 365A is an appropriation bill that allocates specific funds to support Legislative Bill 365. It provides $9,634 in General Funds and $15,476 in federal funds for fiscal year 2026-27, and $19,268 in General Funds and $30,952 in federal funds for fiscal year 2027-28 to the Department of Health and Human Services' Program 348. These funds are explicitly designated for "state aid" related to LB 365 and cannot be used for state employee salaries or per diems. The bill directly affects the Department of Health and Human Services' Program 348 by funding its implementation under LB 365.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates specific state and federal funds to Health and Human Services program for state aid, directly funding essential services per budget appropriation.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 966: Adopt the Hunger-Free Schools Act and provide for an appropriation

LB 966, the Hunger-Free Schools Act, requires Nebraska public and nonprofit private schools participating in federal meal programs to provide free breakfasts and lunches to students who qualify for reduced-price meals under federal rules. The State Department of Education will reimburse schools for the difference between federal funding rates for free meals versus reduced-price meals, based on the previous school year's data. This directly affects schools serving qualifying students, ensuring they receive funding support for meals provided at no cost to those students. The bill replaces previous reimbursement rules and repeals outdated sections of law related to school meal programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires state reimbursement for meal cost differences, directly allocating state funds to support school nutrition programs as essential public service funding.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides state reimbursement for meal cost differences, ensuring free meals for qualifying students and expanding access to school nutrition programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands access to nutritious school meals for qualifying students, a public health initiative directly aligning with healthcare topic's focus on public health programs and access.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 1001: Change and eliminate provisions relating to licensed racetrack enclosures, licenses and wagering on horseracing, assistance to problem gamblers, bingo, lotteries, raffles, gift enterprises, the Nebraska Commission on Problem Gambling, the Charitable Gaming Division of the Department of Revenue, keno at licensed racetrack enclosures, and the Compulsive Gamblers Assistance Fund

This bill changes Nebraska's regulations for racetracks and horseracing wagering. It requires existing racetracks to hold at least five live racing days and 50 races annually through 2030 (increasing to 15 days and 120 races yearly after 2030), while new tracks have phased-in requirements. The bill eliminates the Compulsive Gamblers Assistance Fund, moves the Problem Gambling Commission under the State Racing and Gaming Commission, and allows 18-year-olds to play keno at racetracks (previously restricted to 21+). These changes affect racetracks, problem gamblers receiving services, and state agencies managing gaming oversight.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesEliminates Compulsive Gamblers Assistance Fund, defunding a public service program under fiscal management.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 1124: Increase the cigarette tax and state intent and change provisions relating to the distribution of cigarette tax proceeds

LB 1124 increases Nebraska's cigarette tax by $1.64 per pack (for ≤20 cigarettes) and redirects the majority of tax proceeds to specific state funds. It directs 97 cents per pack plus $1.25 million annually to the Nebraska Health Care Cash Fund for Medicaid programs, addressing smoking-related healthcare costs cited as exceeding $120 million yearly. The bill also allocates remaining funds to outdoor recreation, health services, building renewal, and public safety programs, while requiring the General Fund to receive the equivalent of 52.49 cents per pack. The changes take effect July 1, 2026, with Medicaid funding as the primary new focus.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases cigarette tax to fund Medicaid, health services, and public safety programs, directing proceeds to essential state funds per bill's explicit allocation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRedirects cigarette tax revenue to Medicaid health funds, citing smoking-related healthcare costs, explicitly funding public health programs.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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signed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 778: Change grant eligibility provisions under the Civic and Community Center Financing Act

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.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts state funding eligibility for community centers by barring municipalities with prior sports/convention center grants, limiting fiscal allocation.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

failed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 878: Require paid parental leave for state employees

This bill requires Nebraska state employers to provide paid maternity leave to employees who give birth or adopt a child. Full-time state employees would receive six weeks of paid leave, while part-time employees would receive leave proportional to their regular work schedule. The leave must be taken within six months of the child's birth or adoption, and employees must return to their original position or an equivalent role after leave. The bill also prohibits retaliation against employees who use this leave and ensures continued benefits during the leave period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates state budget allocation for paid maternity leave, increasing government spending on employee benefits as a new expense.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides paid maternity leave for childbirth/adoption, supporting employee health recovery and bonding, aligning with healthcare support indicators.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates paid maternity leave for state employees, expanding worker benefits and protecting employment rights during childbirth/adoption per summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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signed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 924: Change powers of learning community councils and authorized uses of learning community levies

Nebraska's LB 924 changes how learning communities (groups of school districts collaborating on shared programs) can use property tax levies. It reduces the maximum allowable levy from 95 cents to just half a cent per $100 of taxable property valuation for specific purposes. The new levy funds elementary learning center facility leases, remodeling, and up to 50% of approved capital projects for focus schools or programs. This directly affects learning communities and their member school districts by restricting and redirecting their funding authority. The bill repeals the previous 95-cent levy provision and aligns with updated funding mechanisms under Section 79-2111.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesReduces max property tax levy rate for learning communities from 95¢ to 0.5¢ per $100 valuation, restricting tax authority for specific educational uses.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationReduces maximum levy cap from 95¢ to 50¢ per $100 valuation, restricting funding flexibility for school facility projects and capital improvements.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 1071: Provide, change, and eliminate provisions related to appropriations for the expenses of Nebraska State Government for the biennium ending June 30, 2027

LB 1071 is a budget bill that sets funding levels for Nebraska's state government for fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27. It defines key fiscal periods, redirects unspent funds from previous years to current budgets, and establishes limits on state employee salaries and per diems. The bill specifically caps total salary and per diem spending for state agencies, with adjustments based on prior-year encumbrances, and allows exceptions only for federal funds or specific legislative approvals. This bill directly affects all Nebraska state agencies managing budgets and payroll during the 2025-2027 biennium.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesImposes salary caps and spending limits on state agencies, restricting government expenditure rather than increasing funding or tax relief.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes