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died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 833: Change provisions relating to instructional priorities and degree programs at state colleges

Nebraska Legislative Bill LB 833 changes how state colleges prioritize degree programs. It establishes a four-tier priority system: first for education bachelor's degrees, second for graduate programs in education and other fields, third for applied research, and fourth for specialist degrees. The bill specifically requires Chadron State College (western Nebraska), Peru State College (southeast Nebraska), and Wayne State College (northeast Nebraska) to limit new undergraduate programs based on their regional needs. It also allows these colleges to independently offer certain master's and doctoral programs after demonstrating capacity and securing approval from the Board of Trustees and the state education commission.

Topics ✗ Education

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LB 755: Adopt the Emergency Service Peer Support Act

LB 755 adopts the Emergency Service Peer Support Act to establish confidential peer support programs for emergency service employees, including law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMTs, dispatchers, correctional officers, and hospital staff. The bill defines "peer support" as structured programs where trained peers provide emotional, practical, and resource-based assistance to colleagues facing personal or professional challenges, with all communications kept strictly confidential. It mandates that peer support sessions begin with the peer confirming confidentiality and prohibits disclosure of these sessions in any legal, disciplinary, or administrative proceeding. This law protects employees from having private discussions used against them while ensuring peer support remains a safe, accessible resource for mental health resilience.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare

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LB 1047: Authorize music bingo under the Nebraska Bingo Act and change provisions relating to special event bingo and prizes that can be awarded under the act

This bill allows Nebraska nonprofits to host "music bingo" events where winning is based on song titles, artists, or music genres instead of traditional numbered bingo. It raises the maximum prize value for bingo games from $25 to $50 and updates rules for special event bingo. The changes directly affect licensed nonprofit organizations operating under the Nebraska Bingo Act, enabling them to offer music-themed games and higher-value prizes while maintaining existing licensing requirements. The bill amends key sections of the Nebraska Bingo Act to clarify definitions and update prize limits.

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LB 1003: Adopt the Renewable Energy Consumer Protection Act and provide a deceptive trade practice

LB 1003 adopts the Renewable Energy Consumer Protection Act to protect Nebraska consumers purchasing or leasing residential and small business solar or wind energy systems. It requires renewable energy sales companies to provide a clear, five-page written disclosure form at least 30 days before signing an agreement, including company contact details, payment schedules, system design specifics (like size and estimated energy production), and maintenance provider information. This bill directly affects consumers making major investments in renewable energy systems and the sales companies marketing these systems. The law aims to ensure consumers receive standardized, transparent information about contracts, rebates, warranties, and system performance before committing.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

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LB 1017: Provide a limit on contributions made to a candidate committee under the Nebraska Political Accountability and Disclosure Act

Nebraska's LB 1017 establishes a $3,500 annual limit on individual contributions to candidate committees during an election period (calendar year). It requires committees to refund any contributions exceeding this amount within 10 days and report the excess, but does not apply to a candidate's own personal funds. Starting in 2029, the limit will automatically adjust every two years based on the Consumer Price Index, rounded to the nearest $100. This bill directly affects individual donors and candidate committees by setting a concrete contribution cap with built-in inflation adjustments.

died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 1015: Redefine a term and change provisions relating to the combined tax and the state unemployment insurance tax rate under the Employment Security Law and change provisions relating to the Business Innovation Act

LB 1015 amends Nebraska's Employment Security Law by redefining "agricultural labor" to clarify which farm-related work qualifies for unemployment insurance coverage. It changes how the combined tax rate for unemployment insurance and state tax is calculated, affecting businesses paying these taxes. The bill also modifies the Business Innovation Act to create a new fund, update legislative findings, and adjust requirements for "qualified action plans." These changes aim to streamline tax administration and align provisions across related statutes.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

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LB 987: Adopt the Vision Benefit Plan Act

LB 987, the Vision Benefit Plan Act, establishes rules for vision benefit plans in Nebraska. It defines key terms like "covered services" (eye care provided under a plan), "covered materials" (items like glasses or contacts), and "fee schedule" (how much eye care providers are reimbursed). The bill requires insurers to follow specific reimbursement standards and prohibits "nominal" payments that don't cover providers' actual costs. It directly affects vision insurers, eye care providers (optometrists and ophthalmologists), and people enrolled in vision benefit plans. The law creates a regulatory framework to ensure fair reimbursement for vision care services.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

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LB 1118: Classify certain actions by a social media platform as deceptive trade practices under the Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act

LB 1118 would amend Nebraska's Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act to specifically classify certain actions by social media platforms as deceptive trade practices. The bill targets practices like algorithmic manipulation that mislead users about content visibility or data usage, directly affecting major social media companies operating in Nebraska. Key provisions would require platforms to avoid deceptive representations regarding how content is promoted or how user data is handled, aligning their practices with existing consumer protection laws. If enacted, this would subject social media platforms to the same legal standards as other businesses regarding deceptive marketing or data practices under Nebraska law.

Topics ✓ Technology

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LB 782: Change the percentage of the tax on gross proceeds submitted to the Department of Revenue under the Nebraska County and City Lottery Act

This bill changes the tax rate applied to gross lottery proceeds collected by Nebraska counties, cities, and villages under the County and City Lottery Act. The current law requires a 1.2% tax (as stated in "one two percent" in the original text), but the bill amends this rate without specifying the new percentage. Taxes would continue to be submitted quarterly to the Department of Revenue for deposit into the Charitable Gaming Operations Fund. The change takes effect July 1, 2026.

died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 1129: Change provisions of the Community Development Law

LB 1129 updates Nebraska's Community Development Law to modernize how cities address blighted areas. It redefines key terms like "affordable housing" (now including workforce housing and housing for households earning under 150% of county median income) and "area of operation" (expanding to include land outside city limits under specific conditions). The bill changes property acquisition rules, eliminates outdated provisions about land outside city boundaries, and requires expedited review for certain redevelopment plans. These changes directly affect cities, redevelopment authorities, and property owners in designated blighted areas.

Topics ✓ Housing

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LB 1084: Change provisions relating to persons taken into emergency protective custody

This bill updates Nebraska's emergency protective custody rules for individuals posing a mental health or safety risk. It clarifies that law enforcement may temporarily hold people suspected of being mentally ill and dangerous or dangerous sex offenders, requiring a 36-hour mental health evaluation by an independent professional before release. The bill specifies where individuals must be held (medical facilities first, then jails if no emergency), details documentation requirements for officers, and assigns payment responsibility to counties or tribes for Indian country cases under tribal law. These changes apply directly to people in emergency custody and the county/tribal facilities managing their care.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare

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LB 740: Adopt the Housing First Supportive Services Act and require the Department of Health and Human Services to seek federal approval for coverage under the Medical Assistance Act

This bill would allow Nebraska to cover supportive housing services through Medicaid by requiring the Department of Health and Human Services to seek federal approval. It establishes a "Housing First" approach - providing permanent housing without conditions (like sobriety requirements) paired with voluntary support services such as housing transition, tenancy stabilization, and care coordination. The bill creates a dedicated fund to cover both Medicaid-eligible services and non-Medicaid housing costs (e.g., short-term rental assistance). It directly affects Nebraskans experiencing or at risk of homelessness by expanding access to stable housing with integrated support.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare ✓ Housing