This legislative resolution (LR 119) celebrates Nebraska's 42-year sister-state relationship with Taiwan, established in 1983. It formally acknowledges shared values like democracy and freedom, and highlights Taiwan's role as Nebraska's 12th largest import source and 8th largest export market in 2023. The resolution supports Taiwan's democracy and encourages strengthening economic and trade ties between Nebraska and Taiwan. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but expresses legislative support for the existing partnership.
This legislative resolution (LR 110) formally congratulates three Nebraska high school basketball teams for their 2025 state championship achievements: the McCool Junction Mustangs (3rd place Class D-1), Cross County Cougars (runner-up Class C-2), and Milford Eagles (runner-up Class C-1). It directly affects only these specific teams and their schools by recognizing their athletic accomplishments through a formal legislative expression. The resolution contains no new laws, funding, or policy changes - only a ceremonial acknowledgment of their titles. It was adopted and signed by the Nebraska Legislature on April 15, 2025.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) congratulating the Papillion-La Vista South High School boys basketball team for winning the 2025 Class A state championship. It formally recognizes their victory over Omaha Westside High School (61-58) and acknowledges their coach, Joel Hueser, and community support. The resolution directs the Nebraska Legislature to send copies of the congratulatory statement to the team and coach. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or policy changes.
This resolution (LR 112) formally congratulates Rachel Sue Mulligan of Papillion, Nebraska, for her participation and achievements at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy. It specifically recognizes her as the sole Nebraska athlete to compete, her selection among only five U.S. cross-country skiing athletes, and her three silver medals in the 1K Free Technique, 4x1K Relay, and 2.5K Classical events. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policies - it solely expresses legislative appreciation for her athletic accomplishments and dedication to Special Olympics over 13 years. The resolution was adopted by Nebraska's Legislature on April 15, 2025, with a copy sent to Ms. Mulligan.
This legislative resolution formally congratulates the York High School speech team for winning the Class B Nebraska School Activities Association State Speech Championship in March 2025. It recognizes their achievement after two years as runners-up and acknowledges the support of teachers, administrators, parents, and the community. The resolution’s sole mechanism is sending a copy of the resolution to the team as a formal expression of legislative recognition. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or affect any policies - only offering ceremonial praise for an academic achievement.
This legislative resolution (LR 115) honors Walter "Thane" Baker, Nebraska’s oldest living male U.S. Olympic medalist in track and field, for his Olympic achievements. It specifically recognizes his 1952 silver medal (200m) and 1956 gold (400m relay), silver (100m), and bronze (200m) medals. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely commemorative, expressing legislative appreciation for Baker’s career and ongoing community service as a mentor and official. Copies will be sent to Baker and his family.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) recognizing the Southeast Nebraska Cancer Memorial Garden as the winner of Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts Outstanding Community Conservation Award. It formally congratulates the garden for its conservation efforts - such as native plant displays, pollinator habitats, and volunteer maintenance - and acknowledges its role in providing community solace for cancer patients and survivors. The resolution has no legal effect or new requirements; it simply honors the garden's achievements.
This is a procedural legislative resolution (not a policy bill) expressing condolences. It formally extends the Nebraska Legislature's sympathy to the family of Gordon Kissel following his death on March 20, 2025. The resolution includes a copy of the resolution to be sent directly to his family. It has no policy impact or effect on any laws or regulations.
This legislative resolution (LR 105) recognizes April 14, 2025, as "Lineworkers Appreciation Day" in Nebraska. It expresses the state legislature's gratitude for Nebraska's over 1,000 lineworkers who maintain the electrical grid 24/7 in hazardous conditions. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is a ceremonial acknowledgment of lineworkers' contributions to keeping power reliable across the state.
This legislative resolution (LR 106) formally congratulates the Oakland-Craig High School girls basketball team for winning the 2025 Nebraska Class C-2 state championship. It specifically recognizes their victory over Elkhorn Valley in the championship game (51-46) and their season record of 26 wins and 3 losses. The resolution directs the Nebraska Legislature to send a copy of this congratulatory message to the team and their head coach, Scott Guzinski. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely serves to acknowledge the team's athletic achievement.
This is a ceremonial legislative resolution (not a bill with policy changes). It formally congratulates Michael Nissen of Oakland, Nebraska, for receiving the Nebraska Natural Resources Districts Tree Planter of the Year Award. The resolution recognizes his family's efforts to plant and care for approximately 1,000 trees over two years on their farm, despite challenges like drought and family responsibilities. It has no binding effect or policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation and includes a plan to send Nissen a copy of the resolution.
LB 326 amends Nebraska's insurance laws to update definitions and procedures under the Unfair Insurance Trade Practices Act and related statutes. It redefines key terms like "insurer" and "customer," changes the Director of Insurance's authority, and updates rules for claims, settlements, and annual reporting. The bill specifically eliminates the Health Insurance Access Act and Health Care Purchasing Pool Act, removing those frameworks from state law. These changes primarily affect insurance companies, consumers purchasing insurance, and the Nebraska Department of Insurance.
