Change sanctions available for substance abuse violations of parole
This bill changes how Nebraska handles parole violations related to substance abuse. It requires the Department of Corrections to create a "matrix" of graduated sanctions for parolees who violate conditions related to substance use or technical violations (like missing appointments or failing tests). Instead of immediately revoking parole, officers can first impose administrative sanctions (such as more testing, counseling, or curfews) or request up to 30 days in a correctional or contract facility. The bill directly affects parolees in Nebraska who face substance abuse or technical violations, shifting the response from automatic revocation toward more structured, tiered consequences.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 7, 2026
Last action Apr 17, 2026
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Apr 17, 2026
Committee
Indefinitely postponed
legislature
Jan 9, 2026
Committee
Referred to Judiciary Committee
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Jan 7, 2026
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Date of introduction
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Carolyn Bosn
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