This Legislative Resolution (LR 166) designates May 2025 as "ALS Awareness Month" in Nebraska. It symbolically recognizes Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a progressive fatal neurological disease, and encourages Nebraskans to support ALS research and funding. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but aims to raise public awareness about ALS and its impact on patients and families. It was adopted by Nebraska's legislature on May 19, 2025.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill) honoring David L. Wilson upon his retirement as Kimball County Attorney after 37 years of service. It expresses the Nebraska Legislature's "sincere congratulations and deepest gratitude" for his dedication, leadership, and contributions to justice and public safety in Kimball County. The resolution formally directs that a copy be sent to Wilson. It has no policy impact or financial implications, as it solely serves to recognize his career.
This is a symbolic legislative resolution (not a bill with policy changes) congratulating Elmwood-Murdock High School for winning the Class C-1 Championship play production title with their performance of "Coffee with Grandma." It specifically recognizes the school's state championship win, their Outstanding Technical Crew Award, and individual awards earned by students and staff. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative recognition and directs a copy to be sent to the school. As a ceremonial resolution, it affects no one through new laws or funding.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes), congratulating the Nebraska Center for the Education of Children who are Blind or Visually Impaired on its 150th anniversary of service to Nebraska. It recognizes the center’s founding in 1875 by Samuel Bacon, its evolution from a small school with three students, and its current work teaching braille, specialized technology, and self-care skills to visually impaired students statewide. The resolution has no binding provisions or funding impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation and will be sent to the center.
This resolution formally congratulates the Bellevue West High School girls soccer team on winning the Metro Conference Tournament. It directs the Nebraska Legislature to send a copy of the resolution to the team as a symbolic gesture recognizing their athletic achievement. The bill has no policy impact or funding changes - it is purely a ceremonial acknowledgment of the team's victory.
This resolution directs Nebraska's Transportation and Telecommunications Committee to study issues arising during the legislative interim within its jurisdiction. The committee must report its findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or Legislature upon completing the study. It does not create new laws or directly affect residents or organizations; it simply establishes a formal process for the committee to examine pending issues. This is a procedural step to inform future legislative decisions.
This Legislative Resolution (LR 98) proposes an interim study by the Nebraska Retirement Systems Committee to examine issues arising within its jurisdiction during the legislative session. The committee will investigate matters related to retirement systems and report its findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or Legislature. It does not create new laws or affect specific individuals or entities, but instead establishes a formal process for reviewing retirement system issues. This procedural resolution is currently referred to the committee for action.
This resolution (LR 171) directs Nebraska's Health and Human Services Committee to study the "cliff effect" impacting families receiving public assistance like Medicaid, SNAP, or aid to dependent children. The cliff effect occurs when small income increases - such as a raise or extra work hours - cause families to lose these benefits entirely, potentially discouraging work advancement. The study will analyze how this effect influences workforce participation and economic self-sufficiency, then propose reforms to help families earn more without immediate loss of support. It is a procedural step only; no new law is created.
Legislative Resolution 185 proposes an interim study by Nebraska's Judiciary Committee to evaluate whether the state should adopt the 2017 Uniform Guardianship, Conservatorship, and Other Protective Arrangements Act. The study would examine Nebraska's current laws governing guardianships and conservatorships, review related case law and stakeholder input, and assess if the Uniform Act would resolve existing issues or create new ones. This resolution does not change any laws but would inform future legislative decisions. It directly affects Nebraska's legal framework for protecting vulnerable adults and minors through court-appointed guardians and conservators. The study is currently pending referral to the Judiciary Committee.
This resolution (LR 157) directs Nebraska's Transportation and Telecommunications Committee to conduct an interim study on broadband deployment issues in the state. The study will examine federal and state broadband expansion projects, coordination between local governments, network reliability, regulatory changes affecting consumers, and other related challenges. It does not create new laws or funding but aims to inform future policy decisions. The committee will report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature after completing the study.
This resolution proposes an interim study to examine whether creating a "ways and means committee" would improve coordination between Nebraska's Revenue Committee and Appropriations Committee. The study will analyze current committee roles, timing of revenue forecasting versus budgeting, and best practices from other states. It aims to determine if a new committee could enhance budget process efficiency and alignment with public finance standards. The study concludes by December 15, 2025, with recommendations to the Legislature - this resolution does not create a new committee.
This legislative resolution (LR 162) directs Nebraska's Judiciary Committee to conduct an interim study examining reforms needed for the state's criminal and prison systems following the Nebraska Supreme Court's 2025 ruling in *State ex rel. Hilgers v. Evnen*. The study will specifically analyze the impact of Laws 2023, LB50 (which established accelerated and geriatric parole eligibility), including prison population effects, parole hearing timelines, barriers for long-term sentences, and coordination between correctional agencies and reentry services. It will also compare Nebraska's approach to parole reforms in other states focused on reducing incarceration and improving rehabilitation. The resolution does not enact changes but sets the framework for a formal review of these policies.
