Housing

failed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 839: Change reporting requirements under the Municipal Density and Missing Middle Housing Act and provide requirements for projects under the Nebraska Affordable Housing Act

LB 839 amends Nebraska's Municipal Density and Missing Middle Housing Act to update reporting requirements for cities. It requires cities to submit biennial reports to the Urban Affairs Committee detailing efforts related to affordable housing, including whether they have adopted or implemented an affordable housing action plan (new requirement added at subsection (m)). This directly affects all Nebraska cities with residential zoning, as they must now report on their progress toward housing affordability goals. The bill streamlines reporting by modifying Section 19-5504, repealing the original section while adding specific new data points for transparency.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires cities to report on affordable housing efforts and action plans, increasing accountability for housing initiatives.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Zoning

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signed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 1067: Change provisions relating to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, the rate and disbursement of the documentary stamp tax, the Rural Workforce Housing Investment Fund, and the Middle Income Workforce Housing Investment Fund

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects documentary stamp tax revenue to housing funds, increasing dedicated budget allocations for affordable housing programs through existing tax structure.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates documentary stamp tax revenue directly to Affordable Housing Trust Fund and workforce housing funds, explicitly funding housing programs per bill language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Affordable Housing Housing Finance

died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 1070: Change appropriations to the Department of Economic Development

This bill reduces funding for the Department of Economic Development's Community and Rural Development program by approximately $10 million in the 2026-27 fiscal year. It decreases General Fund allocations from $7.29 million to $6.29 million and cuts Cash Fund allocations significantly (from $36.58 million to $21.67 million and $36.58 million to $27.67 million), while maintaining Federal Funds at about $54.57 million. The bill eliminates $250,000 for prefabricated housing studies, keeps $700,000 for development districts, and maintains $4.88 million for reading mentorship programs. It directly affects the department's budget execution for rural development initiatives, housing studies, and educational support programs. The changes reflect a reallocation of state funds without introducing new policy requirements.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly reduces state funding by $10M for Community and Rural Development program, eliminating specific allocations and cutting General/Cash Funds while maintaining Federal Funds.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill eliminates $250K for prefabricated housing studies and reduces Community Development funding, weakening housing development initiatives.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Property Development

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died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 840: Provide requirements for multifamily housing projects under the Nebraska Affordable Housing Act

Nebraska's LB 840 amends the Affordable Housing Act to require new multifamily housing projects seeking state funding through the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to include accessible units. Specifically, projects must include at least 20% of units accessible for people with mobility disabilities and 10% accessible for people with hearing or vision disabilities. This applies to all projects with five or more dwelling units that receive state assistance under the Act. The requirements take effect upon the bill's passage and replace the previous accessibility standards.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires 20% accessible units for mobility and 10% for hearing/vision in state-funded multifamily housing, strengthening accessibility standards under affordable housing program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Tags People with Disabilities

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died · Nebraska · Legislature Feb 12, 2026

LB 1156: Adopt the Disinvested Community Development Incentive Tax Credit Act

Nebraska's LB 1156 creates a tax credit program to encourage private investment in economically distressed communities. It allows taxpayers to claim a 50% nonrefundable income tax credit for cash contributions to qualifying organizations (like community development banks or innovation hubs) that fund projects in designated distressed areas. These funds support affordable commercial space, workforce training, site preparation, and small developer projects, with annual limits of $26.5 million for tax credits and $20 million for supplemental grants. The program targets small developers and underrepresented businesses in neighborhoods facing high unemployment and poverty, aiming to expand local economic opportunities without direct public funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates 50% tax credit for investments in distressed communities, using tax policy to incentivize private capital flow into underserved areas while directing $26.5M annually toward economic development projects.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates tax credit for private investment in distressed areas, funding affordable commercial space and small developer projects to advance housing affordability.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds workforce training programs in distressed communities, directly supporting employment standards and skills development per bill summary.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Community Development Property Development Unemployment Workforce Development Tags Economic Development

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signed · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 1114: Adopt the Community Improvement District Act and the New Taxpayer Recruitment Grant Act, authorize community improvement districts to levy property taxes, and change provisions related to the Community Development Law, the Municipal Inland Port Authority Act, extraterritorial jurisdiction, sanitary and improvement districts, housing authorities, housing agencies, the Nebraska Housing Agency Act, and the Local Option Municipal Economic Development Act

Nebraska's LB 1114 amends eligibility rules for expedited review of redevelopment plans under the Community Development Law. It requires projects to be located in blighted areas within cities of under 100,000 population, involve repair/rehabilitation of existing structures (at least 25 or 60 years old) or vacant lots (at least 25 or 60 years platted), and meet specific property value limits ($350,000 for single-family, $1.5M for multi-family/commercial, $10M for historic properties). The bill streamlines the process by mandating a standardized application form, requiring city approval within 30 days, and allowing a single fund for multiple projects. This primarily affects small-city redevelopment projects in designated blighted areas seeking faster permitting without full environmental or zoning reviews.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill streamlines redevelopment in blighted areas via expedited review, facilitating housing development without restricting affordability or tenant rights.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development Property Development Zoning

died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 880: Prohibit residential landlords from prohibiting or charging extra fees for tenants' payments made by automated clearinghouse transfer

LB 880 prohibits Nebraska residential landlords from banning or charging extra fees for rent payments made via electronic transfer (such as direct deposit or online payment systems). It directly affects landlords renting residential properties and their tenants who use electronic payment methods. The law requires landlords to accept these payments without restrictions and without additional charges, amending the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. This ensures tenants can use convenient payment options without financial penalties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlords from charging extra fees for electronic rent payments, strengthening tenant rights and reducing financial barriers for affordable housing access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters

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died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 1190: Change authorized use of funds appropriated to the Department of Economic Development

This bill reduces funding for Nebraska's Department of Economic Development by approximately $16 million for the 2026-27 fiscal year. It eliminates $250,000 in cash funds for a prefabricated housing study (ending after FY2025) and removes $1 million in general funds for a specific grant program. However, it maintains $700,000 for rural development districts and $4.88 million for mentorship programs supporting elementary students' reading and professional growth. The changes redirect funds within the department's budget without altering core program allocations.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesReduces $16M in funding for economic development, eliminates specific programs ($250k housing study, $1M grant), and defunds non-essential initiatives per bill language.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill maintains $4.88M for elementary reading mentorship programs, directly supporting student educational access and reading development.80% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingDefunds prefabricated housing study ($250k) and housing grant program ($1M), reducing direct support for housing development initiatives.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 871: Increase and provide for inflation adjustments for amounts exempt from judicial enforcement and the homestead and exempt property allowances

LB 871 increases the dollar limits protecting savings and property from creditor claims, including medical/health savings accounts and homestead property. It requires Nebraska’s Department of Revenue to adjust these exemption amounts every five years starting July 1, 2030, using the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to reflect inflation and rounding to the nearest $100. This ensures protections for Nebraska residents’ savings and home equity keep pace with rising living costs. The bill directly affects all individuals relying on these exemptions to shield assets from garnishment, bankruptcy, or other enforcement actions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExplicitly protects medical/health savings accounts from creditor claims, ensuring financial stability for healthcare expenses through inflation-adjusted exemptions.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases homestead exemptions to protect homeowners' equity from inflation, strengthening property rights and housing stability through automatic CPI adjustments.92% confidence

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died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 809: Prohibit political subdivisions from enacting certain ordinances relating to landlords

Nebraska's LB 809 prohibits cities and counties from passing local laws that would stop landlords from refusing to rent to tenants who receive housing assistance (like Section 8 vouchers) or impose rent control on private properties. The bill specifically bans local ordinances that restrict landlords based on tenants' income sources or set rent limits, except for two exceptions: programs designed to increase affordable housing supply through land-use rules or voluntary landlord agreements that limit rent increases. This law overrides any conflicting local home rule charters and declares any violating local ordinance invalid. It directly affects landlords, tenants using housing assistance, and local governments seeking to regulate rental markets.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingProhibits local rent control and bans landlords from refusing housing assistance tenants, weakening tenant protections and reducing affordable housing options95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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