Nebraska Bills

died · Nebraska · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

LR 22CA: Constitutional amendment to provide the right to a clean and healthy natural environment and that the state and political subdivisions serve as trustee of the natural resources of Nebraska

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment for Nebraska voters in 2026 to guarantee all people a right to a clean and healthy environment, including clean water, air, and protected ecosystems. It would require the state and local governments to act as trustees, legally responsible for conserving Nebraska's natural resources for current and future generations. If approved, these rights would be directly enforceable without needing new laws. The amendment is currently pending review by the Natural Resources Committee and will go to voters in November 2026.

Topics ✓ Environment

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LB 169: Eliminate certain sales and use tax exemptions and impose sales and use tax on certain services

Nebraska's LB 169 removes existing tax exemptions for specific services, requiring sales tax to be collected on them for the first time. It directly affects consumers and businesses using services like car repairs, haircuts, lawn care, legal services, and home maintenance that were previously tax-exempt. The bill repeals exemptions listed in sections 77-2704.53, 77-2704.56, and others, while adding these services to the tax base under the "Services purchased for nonbusiness use" category. This policy change shifts tax liability from the state to these previously exempt transactions, with the tax department mandated to report on such revenue impacts.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

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LB 345: Change salaries of constitutional officers

LB 345 adjusts the annual salaries for Nebraska's constitutional officers and Public Service Commission members, effective January 7, 2027. It specifies new salary amounts (currently listed as "XX thousand dollars" in the bill) for the Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Auditor of Public Accounts, State Treasurer, Attorney General, and Public Service Commission commissioners. The bill amends existing statutes to update these salary figures while maintaining current payment structures and mileage reimbursement rules. It repeals the original salary sections it amends. This is a procedural adjustment to compensation levels, not a policy change affecting broader public programs or services.

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LB 468A: Appropriation Bill

This bill allocates $5 million from the Securities Act Cash Fund for fiscal year 2025-26 and an additional $5 million for fiscal year 2026-27 to the Department of Banking and Finance's Program 66. The funds are specifically designated to support the implementation of Legislative Bill 468 (the referenced bill), with explicit restrictions prohibiting their use for state employee salaries or per diems. As a funding measure for another bill, it does not establish new policy but provides financial resources for an existing legislative initiative.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

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LB 632: Require a health care facility to dispose of the remains of aborted unborn children

LB 632 requires health care facilities performing elective abortions in Nebraska to arrange for the dignified disposal of fetal remains through burial or cremation. It prohibits facilities from disposing of remains in any other manner, such as medical waste or incineration. The bill applies only to elective abortions (not medical emergencies), mandates facilities to handle disposal without notifying patients, and allows the Board of Health to direct alternative methods if burial/cremation isn't feasible. The bill is currently under review by the Health and Human Services Committee.

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LB 712: Change the tax on sales of electronic nicotine delivery systems

This bill changes Nebraska's tax on electronic nicotine delivery systems (e-cigarettes) based on their liquid capacity. Retailers and manufacturers will pay $0.05 per milliliter for devices holding 3ml or less, or 40% of the purchase price for larger devices. The tax applies when products enter the state for sale or are sold to consumers. This modifies existing tax rules under the Tobacco Products Tax Act without altering the overall tax structure.

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LR 12CA: Constitutional amendment to impose a limit on ad valorem taxes for real property, provide a new method of valuing real property for tax purposes, provide certain exceptions, and eliminate conflicting constitutional provisions

This Nebraska constitutional amendment (LR 12CA) would limit property taxes on real estate to a maximum of 1.5% of a property's full cash value starting in 2027. It directly affects all Nebraska property owners, particularly homeowners, by capping annual tax rates on real property. Key provisions include allowing higher taxes for specific voter-approved bonds (e.g., school construction with 55% voter approval) but requiring strict accountability measures like annual audits for those projects. The amendment also updates tax valuation methods for agricultural land, motor vehicles, and other property classes while eliminating conflicting existing constitutional language.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Education

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LB 215: Require the establishment of a program to provide second chance relief for eligible committed offenders

LB 215 establishes a program to help eligible inmates serving long sentences (25 years for offenses committed under age 26, 30 years for others) seek reduced sentences through the Board of Pardons. It requires the Parole Board to assess rehabilitation risk, involve community input, and develop detailed reentry plans - including housing, job support, and mental health services - if commutation is granted. The bill mandates that denied applicants receive specific steps to improve future applications and requires ongoing program evaluation based on outcomes.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Housing

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LB 215A: Appropriation Bill

This bill appropriates $122,000 from the General Fund for fiscal year 2025-26 and $125,966 for 2026-27 to the Nebraska Board of Parole for Program 358. The funds are specifically designated to support implementation of Legislative Bill 215, which is referenced in this appropriation. The bill also sets spending limits, capping total salary and per diem expenses at $85,400 for 2025-26 and $88,015 for 2026-27. It directly affects the Board of Parole's operations by providing dedicated funding for Program 358. This is a standard funding measure to enable the execution of another legislative bill, not a standalone policy change.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

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LB 677A: Appropriation Bill

LB 677A allocates $1 from the Medical Cannabis Control Fund for each of the 2025-26 and 2026-27 fiscal years to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission. This funding supports "Program 96" to implement provisions from Legislative Bill 677. The bill specifies that total spending on salaries and per diems from these funds cannot exceed $1 annually. It declares an emergency to take effect immediately upon approval. This is a procedural funding measure with minimal financial impact.

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LB 353: Allow public school employees to join or terminate membership in a labor organization

This bill (LB 353) allows public school employees in Nebraska to join or leave labor unions at any time, without restrictions imposed by existing contracts. It revises a law governing union dues deductions by requiring written authorization from employees that can be revoked at any time, and removes language that previously bound employees to dues deductions. The bill repeals the old version of the law to align with these changes, ensuring employees retain full control over their union membership status. It directly affects all public school employees covered by collective bargaining agreements in Nebraska.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment

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LB 170A: Appropriation Bill

LB 170A is a funding bill that allocates $100 million from the General Fund to the School District Property Tax Relief Credit Fund for each of the fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27. These funds will then be transferred to the Department of Revenue’s Program 121 to support the tax relief program established under Legislative Bill 170, specifically for state aid to school districts. The bill prohibits using these funds for state employee salaries or per diems and takes immediate effect due to an emergency declaration. This bill directly enables the implementation of LB 170’s tax relief measures by providing required funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

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