This legislative resolution directs the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee to conduct an interim study on how often members of local government governing bodies vote to increase their own compensation. The study will examine current rules and regulations that govern these self-payroll votes and analyze the frequency of such decisions. The committee will compile its findings and recommendations and report them to the Legislative Council or the full Legislature. This measure does not change any existing laws or compensation levels but instead focuses on gathering information about current practices in local government pay decisions.
This legislative resolution directs the Nebraska Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee to conduct an interim study on insurance coverage, Medicaid policies, and reimbursement structures related to nonopioid treatment options for opioid use and pain management. The study will examine barriers to accessing nonopioid therapies, analyze disparities in opioid-related outcomes across different populations, and explore ways to expand access to nonopioid pain treatments and substance use disorder services. The committee will submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Legislature, which may inform future policy changes to improve equitable access to care and reduce reliance on opioid medications in Nebraska.
This legislative resolution directs Nebraska's Education Committee to conduct an interim study examining whether state laws and regulations allow Nebraska to take over federal education responsibilities, particularly following a 2025 executive order that transferred some Department of Education functions to states. The study will assess what federal duties Nebraska must assume, analyze the state's legal obligations under federal civil rights laws like Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act, and evaluate if current state agencies have the authority and resources to handle these tasks. The committee will report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature, potentially leading to statutory or regulatory changes if needed. This measure affects state education officials and policymakers who would need to implement any resulting reforms.
This legislative resolution directs the Health and Human Services Committee to conduct an interim study on a "stair-stepping" approach to public assistance eligibility in Nebraska. The study would examine whether gradually reducing benefits as recipients earn more income could help lower long-term dependency, reduce administrative costs, and encourage work advancement without creating financial penalties. The resolution also asks the committee to assess how this method might benefit recipients by preventing sudden benefit losses, providing financial stability, and reducing stress associated with abrupt changes in aid. The committee is required to report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature upon completion of the study.
This legislative resolution directs the Executive Board of the Legislative Council to conduct a study on creating a guide for assigning bills to the correct standing committees. The guide would help the Reference Committee more efficiently sort incoming legislation into the appropriate committees for review. The study team will complete its work and submit findings and recommendations back to the Legislative Council or Legislature. This measure is a procedural step that does not change any laws but instead explores improving internal legislative organization.
This legislative resolution directs Nebraska's Urban Affairs Committee to conduct an interim study on residential building codes and land development regulations to identify which rules may increase costs for affordable and workforce housing. The study will examine existing code exceptions, evaluate unnecessary requirements, analyze cost-to-benefit ratios, and explore how local and state regulations impact construction prices. The committee will consult with housing industry stakeholders and report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature. This measure focuses on gathering information rather than implementing immediate policy changes.
This legislative resolution directs Nebraska's Revenue Committee to conduct an interim study on finding new funding options for affordable and workforce housing. The bill addresses a shortage of housing by examining how other states finance these programs and identifying alternative revenue sources beyond the General Fund and documentary stamp tax. The committee will investigate current funding gaps and report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature. This measure focuses on research rather than immediate policy changes, aiming to inform future legislative decisions about housing finance.
This legislative resolution directs a committee to study different types of county government structures used across the United States. The Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee will conduct this interim study to determine if Nebraska should adopt alternative forms of county government. The committee must complete its research and submit findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or the full Legislature. This action does not change any current laws but initiates an informational review of potential government restructuring options.
This legislative resolution directs the Nebraska Revenue Committee to conduct an interim study examining how Legislative Bill 126 affects homestead exemptions. The study will assess the practical impact of the previous year's tax-related legislation on property owners who qualify for homestead exemptions. Once completed, the committee will submit its findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or the full Legislature for review. This procedural measure does not change any laws but instead initiates an official evaluation process to inform future policy decisions.
This legislative resolution directs Nebraska's Education Committee to conduct an interim study on the reading assessment tools currently approved for use by school districts. The study will evaluate how well these screeners identify students with reading difficulties and determine if improvements to screening practices should happen before considering third-grade retention policies. The committee will review the accuracy, fairness, and usability of existing tools while consulting with educators, administrators, and other stakeholders. The final report will include findings and recommendations for potential policy changes or administrative actions to improve reading assessment outcomes across the state.
This legislative resolution directs Nebraska's Education Committee to conduct an interim study on how laboratory hours at community colleges are currently compensated and reviewed. The study will examine existing statutory definitions of laboratory hours, which affect faculty workload assignments, pay rates, and benefits eligibility for instructors teaching lab courses. It will gather input from faculty, administrators, students, and other stakeholders to compare current practices with peer institutions and federal standards. The committee will ultimately report findings and recommendations to the Legislature, but the resolution itself does not change any laws or policies at this time.
This legislative resolution directs Nebraska's General Affairs Committee to conduct an interim study on how recreational cannabis laws are being implemented in the state. The study will examine the impact of legalization on rules and regulations, the potential economic effects on Nebraska, and the reasons for and consequences of restricted access for medical cannabis patients. The committee will also gather input from medical professionals, business owners, agricultural producers, and economists before submitting a report with findings and recommendations to the Legislature. This measure does not change existing laws but instead creates a process to evaluate current cannabis policies and their outcomes.
