This bill proposes merging Nebraska's Department of Natural Resources and Department of Environment and Energy into a single Department of Water, Energy, and Environment. It creates a new Chief Water Officer position and updates agency powers related to water management, conservation, state game refuges, and low-level radioactive waste disposal. The bill directly affects state agencies and officials responsible for environmental and natural resource management by restructuring their oversight framework. Key changes include consolidating departmental functions under one name and clarifying responsibilities for specific resource areas. The bill focuses on organizational structure rather than new funding or regulatory policies.
This legislative resolution (LR 138) formally congratulates the Nebraska Head Start Association on its 60th anniversary of providing early childhood services. It recognizes the association's work supporting over 5,600 children and families annually through programs like early education, health services, and parent involvement, including partnerships with three Native American tribes. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation, with a copy sent to the association. It directly affects the association and its staff but does not change laws or regulations.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill) congratulating Dan Hughes on his induction into the Nebraska Natural Resources Districts Hall of Fame in the Supporter Category. It recognizes his service as a former Nebraska state senator (2015-2022), his leadership as chairman of the Natural Resources Committee, and his ongoing work with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. The resolution formally expresses the Legislature's appreciation for his dedication to water and land management policies. It does not create new laws or affect any regulations.
This is a ceremonial legislative resolution (LR 140), not a law with policy changes. It formally recognizes Karen Bowling for her service as Executive Director of Nebraska Family Alliance from 2001 until her retirement in December 2024. The resolution honors her work advocating for "Biblical values, marriage, families, life, parental rights, and religious freedom" in Nebraska, including support for specific legislation like the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act. The Nebraska Legislature passed the resolution on May 1, 2025, and will send copies to Karen Bowling and Nebraska Family Alliance.
LB 428 requires Nebraska school districts to notify parents or guardians 15 days before administering surveys asking students about sensitive topics like sexual health, mental health, medical issues, substance use (drugs/vape/alcohol/tobacco), or political/religious views. Parents gain the right to review surveys in person, receive a copy, or opt their child out of participation. The bill specifically prohibits schools from surveying students in kindergarten through sixth grade about sexual health. It applies directly to all public school districts and families with K-12 students in Nebraska.
Nebraska's LB 388 updates rules for judicial nominating commissions, which select candidates for state judgeships. The bill changes residency requirements (requiring members to live in their judicial district), sets four-year terms for most members, and limits total service to 12 years. It modifies how lawyer members are selected - through bar association nominations and a ballot process - with limits on political party representation (max two members per party). The changes also clarify procedures for filling vacancies and harmonize existing laws. These provisions directly affect commission members, Nebraska lawyers, and the Clerk of the Supreme Court who administers the process.
Nebraska's LB 414 establishes a suicide mortality review team within the Department of Veterans' Affairs to address veteran suicides. The team, made up of VA staff, mental health professionals, law enforcement, and veteran advocates, will collect data on all veteran suicide deaths in Nebraska, analyze causes, and develop prevention protocols for agencies like hospitals and law enforcement. It requires an annual report by April 1st starting in 2026, detailing each reviewed case (including age, location, and contributing factors) and recommendations to reduce preventable suicides. The bill directly affects veterans who died by suicide and aims to improve data-driven prevention strategies through coordinated reviews.
Nebraska's Legislature passed Legislative Resolution 132 to honor Jessica Evans, an agricultural educator and FFA advisor at Osmond Community Schools, for being named the Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District Educator of the Year. The resolution recognizes her work promoting conservation through initiatives like no-till farming practices, managing an eight-acre crop test plot for student learning, and leading the Osmond FFA Chapter - which earned 16 state awards over nine years. It does not create new laws or policies but formally congratulates Evans for her contributions to agricultural education and community engagement. The resolution was adopted by the Nebraska Legislature on April 30, 2025, and a copy will be sent to Evans.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) congratulating the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Lincoln, Nebraska, on its 80th anniversary of community service. It formally recognizes the church's decades of spiritual, cultural, and charitable work, including its Greek Festival and interfaith initiatives. The resolution has no legal effect or policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation and will be sent to the church.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) congratulating the Battle Creek High School boys wrestling team for winning the 2025 Class C Nebraska School Activities Association state championship - their second consecutive title. It recognizes the team's achievement, specifically naming top scorers and coach Cody Wintz, and acknowledges their academic and athletic accomplishments. The resolution was adopted by Nebraska's legislature on April 30, 2025, and includes a copy sent to the school and coach. It has no legal effect or policy changes; it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition.
This is a ceremonial legislative resolution (not a bill with policy changes) congratulating the Bone Creek Museum of Agrarian Art on its Grand Reopening in David City, Nebraska. It formally recognizes the museum as the nation's only dedicated Agrarian Art museum, highlighting its role since 2008 and its restoration of a historic Ford building. The resolution has no policy impact; it simply expresses legislative appreciation and directs a copy be sent to the museum. No specific individuals or groups are directly affected beyond the museum receiving this formal acknowledgment.
This legislative resolution (LR 134) formally congratulates the Norfolk High School cheer team and unified cheer team for their achievements at the 2025 Nebraska State Cheer and Dance Competition. It specifically recognizes the regular cheer team's fourth-place finish in Class A and the unified cheer team's championship win across Classes A, B, and C. The resolution is purely symbolic, with no policy changes or funding impacts, and was adopted by Nebraska's Legislature on April 30, 2025. It serves as a formal acknowledgment of these student athletes' accomplishments and their coaches' leadership.
