Interim study of the felony murder rule

This legislative resolution directs the Nebraska Judiciary Committee to conduct an interim study of the state's felony murder rule, which holds individuals liable for first-degree murder if a death occurs during the commission of certain felonies like robbery, arson, or burglary. The study will examine whether the rule's penalties are proportionate, how consistently it is applied across different communities, and whether it leads to wrongful convictions or coerced plea deals. The committee will review reforms in other states and submit findings and recommendations to the Legislature. This measure does not change the law itself but initiates a review process to evaluate the rule's fairness and effectiveness.