LB 1178 Legislature · 109th Legislature (2025-2026)

Change provisions relating to certain judicial hearings and duties of guardians under the Nebraska Probate Code

Nebraska's LB 1178 allows people under guardianship (including those declared incapacitated, minors, or protected persons) to attend court hearings remotely instead of in person. It updates guardian duties by requiring backup "standby guardians" to be named in advance (with specific training), and permits courts to award legal costs and fees to winning parties in related cases. The bill amends key sections of the Nebraska Probate Code to modernize hearing accessibility and streamline guardian transition processes. These changes directly affect individuals in guardianship cases, their guardians, and court proceedings involving their care.
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 21, 2026 Last action Apr 17, 2026
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Apr 17, 2026
Introduced
Provisions/portions of LB1178 amended into LB985 by AM2117
legislature
Apr 17, 2026
Committee
Indefinitely postponed
legislature
Jan 23, 2026
Committee
Referred to Judiciary Committee
legislature
Jan 21, 2026
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Date of introduction
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Wendy DeBoer
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