Nebraska Bills

died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LB 1168: Authorize the issuance of conduit revenue bonds under the Community Development Law

LB 1168 amends Nebraska's Community Development Law to explicitly authorize cities and redevelopment authorities to issue "conduit revenue bonds" under specific taxpayer agreements. These bonds allow private entities (like developers) to fund redevelopment projects while cities use tax increment financing, with private parties repaying bond costs through agreed-upon payments. The bill primarily affects cities pursuing redevelopment in designated "extremely blighted areas" under Sections 18-2101.02 and 18-2147, streamlining how they structure financing for projects like housing or commercial development. Key changes include updating bond issuance rules in Section 18-2124 to include conduit bonds and harmonizing related reporting requirements in Sections 18-2101.02 and 18-2117.01.

Topics ✓ Housing

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LB 806: Provide for a grant to a city of the first class from the Site and Building Development Fund

LB 806 creates a specific $2 million grant from Nebraska's Site and Building Development Fund for a city of the first class located in the third congressional district. This grant is only available if the property previously housed a defunct university and is being revitalized to support youth exiting foster care or juvenile court supervision. The funds must be used to improve buildings or infrastructure for housing, employment, and program needs related to these youth. The bill amends existing law to add this targeted grant provision under the Site and Building Development Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Housing

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LB 1128: Change provisions relating to entertainment district licenses under the Nebraska Liquor Control Act

Nebraska's LB 1128 creates a new "consumption-only" license for businesses within designated entertainment districts that don't hold their own liquor licenses (like restaurants or venues without retail permits). This license allows patrons to consume alcohol brought in from licensed entertainment district venues (such as bars or breweries), but the business cannot sell or serve alcohol itself. The bill requires local governments to designate consumption-only areas, sets a $25 fee for the license, and mandates that alcohol must be consumed only during permitted hours with food available. It also specifies that alcohol containers must display the serving venue's branding and prohibits consumption by minors.

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LB 1106: Provide for transfers of funds from the Nebraska Health Care Cash Fund to the Patient Safety Cash Fund

This bill requires the State Treasurer to transfer $300,000 annually from Nebraska's Health Care Cash Fund to the Patient Safety Cash Fund, beginning July 15 each fiscal year. It modifies existing law to add this specific annual transfer as a new provision (subsection 5), replacing the previous transfer requirements. The funds will support patient safety initiatives administered through the Patient Safety Cash Fund. This is a procedural budget adjustment with no new programs or eligibility changes.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

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LB 1115: Exempt microbreweries from certain distribution agreement requirements between beer suppliers and wholesalers

LB 1115 exempts Nebraska microbreweries (defined in §53-103.21) from certain beer distribution rules that apply to larger suppliers. It removes requirements like written agreements specifying exclusive sales territories and limits on how suppliers can negotiate with wholesalers. Existing agreements between microbreweries and wholesalers must end by October 1, 2027, unless renewed under the new exemption. This directly affects small breweries and their wholesale partners by simplifying their business arrangements under state beer distribution law.

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LB 1031: Require appropriations from the Hospital Quality Assurance and Access Assessment Fund and state intent regarding medicaid rates for mental health providers

This bill requires Nebraska to allocate $1.5 million annually from the Hospital Quality Assurance and Access Assessment Fund to reimburse mental health providers who serve Medicaid-Medicare dual-eligible patients (people enrolled in both Medicaid and Medicare) for behavioral health services. It mandates that these providers receive the higher Medicaid or Medicare rate for such services, rather than a lower combined rate. The funding applies specifically to providers not operating within hospitals, supporting access to mental health care for vulnerable dual-eligible beneficiaries. The bill explicitly states the Legislature's intent to maintain current Medicaid reimbursement rates for these services in the medical assistance program.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

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LB 1054: Appropriate funds to the State Department of Education for grants for cybersecurity products and services

Nebraska's LB 1054 appropriates $250,000 from the General Fund for Fiscal Year 2026-27 to the State Department of Education. This funding creates a grant program to help school districts, educational service units, and approved private or parochial schools purchase cybersecurity products and services. The bill directly affects K-12 schools across Nebraska by providing financial support for cybersecurity measures. The key provision is the allocation of specific funds for grants, not general funding, to address cybersecurity needs in educational institutions.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Technology

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LB 1159: Require the naming of a person to the Nebraska Hall of Fame

This bill (LB 1159) requires the Nebraska Hall of Fame Commission to name one specific person to the Hall of Fame by January 1, 2027. The individual must meet four criteria: be a former U.S. House member, former University of Nebraska-Lincoln football coach, former UNL athletic director, and a Hastings High School graduate. The bill amends existing law to create this one-time exception to the standard naming rules, which otherwise limit the Hall of Fame to one inductee every five years. It does not change the general Hall of Fame process or create new policy.

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LB 1004: Change the regulation of nonalcoholic beer under the Nebraska Liquor Control Act

Nebraska's LB 1004 changes how nonalcoholic beer (defined as containing less than 0.5% alcohol by volume) is regulated under the Liquor Control Act. The bill removes an existing exemption, requiring nonalcoholic beer to follow most rules for regular beer - including manufacturing, distribution, and sales - though it remains exempt from tax provisions. This directly affects breweries producing nonalcoholic beer, retailers selling it, and consumers purchasing it. The change harmonizes regulatory treatment with traditional beer while maintaining tax distinctions.

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LB 1177: Create the Child Care Cash Fund

LB 1177 creates Nebraska's Child Care Cash Fund, a permanent state fund administered by the Department of Health and Human Services. The fund will provide sustained funding for the child care subsidy program, directly supporting working families who qualify for assistance and helping child care providers maintain stable operations in both urban and rural areas. Key provisions include using the fund for timely payments to providers, setting fair reimbursement rates, covering administrative costs, and funding quality improvement programs - while ensuring it doesn’t replace the state’s required funding match. The bill requires annual reports tracking fund usage, families served, and application outcomes to ensure transparency. This legislation aims to strengthen Nebraska’s workforce and child care system through reliable, long-term investment.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment

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LB 1226: Provide for issuance of a combination hunting and fishing permit and certain stamps to certain veterans

This bill creates two permit options for Nebraska-resident veterans with military service-related disabilities. Veterans rated 50% or more disabled by the VA (or receiving total disability pension) get a free, lifelong combination hunting/fishing permit and required stamps. Veterans rated 10% or more disabled pay $90 for three years or $135 for five years for the same permit package. It applies only to veterans discharged honorably or under honorable conditions, with eligibility tied to VA disability ratings.

Topics ✓ Veterans

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LB 982: Appropriate funds to the Public Service Commission for the Broadband Bridge Program

This bill appropriates $10 million from Nebraska's General Fund for Fiscal Year 2026-27 to the Public Service Commission specifically for the Broadband Bridge Program (Program 793). It directly affects the Public Service Commission, which will use these funds to continue implementing the program aimed at expanding broadband access. The bill declares an emergency, meaning it takes effect immediately upon approval. This is a funding allocation, not a new policy, focused solely on providing resources for existing broadband infrastructure efforts.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Technology

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