LB 79 allows defendants in civil cases involving commercial motor vehicles (requiring a commercial driver's license) to request dismissal of negligence claims against them if they agree the alleged negligent driver was their employee or contractor acting within their duties. If the defendant makes this stipulation and the driver’s negligence causes damages, the case would proceed solely under "respondeat superior" (meaning the employer is liable for the employee’s or contractor’s actions). The bill directly affects commercial vehicle operators (like trucking companies) by changing how negligence claims against them are handled. It does not alter liability rules but streamlines cases where the defendant’s role as employer/contractor is clear.
This bill amends Nebraska's State Patrol Retirement Act to change how death benefits are calculated for surviving spouses and children of retired officers, and modifies the formula used to determine retirement annuities. Specifically, it updates the percentage amounts paid to surviving spouses (e.g., 175% of annuity for sole surviving spouse without children) and revises how final average monthly compensation is calculated for members retiring after July 1, 2016, excluding certain unused leave payments. The changes directly affect Nebraska State Patrol officers who retire or pass away while retired, altering their benefit amounts and eligibility. The bill repeals the original sections it amends and declares an emergency.
This legislative resolution (LR 29) proposes naming Nebraska's new prison facility under construction at 9440 North 70th Street in Lincoln as the "Arbor Correctional Center." It directs the Department of Correctional Services to use this name, citing Arbor Day's symbolism of growth and new beginnings as aligning with the facility's mission. The resolution does not create new policies or affect any individuals' rights - it is solely a naming action for a specific state-owned facility. The bill was introduced by several legislators and referred to a committee for review.
Nebraska's LB 316 establishes new rules for hemp-derived products, specifically targeting cannabidiol (CBD) products. It defines CBD products as those containing cannabidiol as a primary ingredient with strict THC limits (max 0.3% dry weight or 10mg per package), prohibits non-compliant hemp products, and imposes a 10% retail excise tax on CBD sales starting January 1, 2026. The bill also creates a "consumer safe harbor period" through December 31, 2025, during which individuals won't face prosecution for possessing non-compliant hemp products if they surrender them for destruction. These changes directly affect CBD retailers (requiring tax collection and recordkeeping) and consumers (via the safe harbor provision).
LB 267 allows tenants facing domestic violence to have the person who committed the violence removed from their rental agreement, whether that person is a roommate or not. To do this, tenants must provide landlords with a court order or certification of domestic violence, plus written notice with the perpetrator's name and a requested termination date. Landlords must then follow specific steps: change locks within 24 hours for non-roommates (or install new locks after removal for roommates), notify the tenant about access, and may recover court costs from the perpetrator. This law directly affects tenants experiencing domestic violence, landlords who must act promptly, and the perpetrators facing eviction.
Nebraska's LB 693 amends the state's deceptive trade practices law to prohibit receiving compensation for certain conduct related to veterans benefits assistance. Specifically, it makes it illegal for anyone to charge fees for helping veterans navigate benefits applications or referrals if that conduct misleads or deceives veterans. The bill defines terms and adds this prohibition to the Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act, directly affecting third-party assistance providers who charge fees for veterans benefits support. This change aims to prevent deceptive practices by requiring transparency in veterans benefits assistance services.
LB 538 requires all Nebraska school boards and postsecondary institutions (like colleges and universities) to adopt written policies prohibiting discrimination - including antisemitism - based on race, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics. The policies must include specific measures like ensuring equal access to programs, prohibiting biased admission criteria, and integrating the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s definition of antisemitism into student and employee conduct codes. Each school must also provide antisemitism awareness training and report incidents to a new State Department of Education Title VI coordinator, who will monitor compliance, investigate complaints, and submit annual reports to the legislature. The bill harmonizes existing requirements under federal Civil Rights law without altering First Amendment protections.
LB 706 requires law enforcement officers to be accompanied by trained adult protective services (APS) social workers during calls involving individuals with mental health concerns or a history of mental illness. Dispatchers must screen calls for mental health issues, flag them as "Mental Health Priority," and notify nearby APS social workers to join the response. The APS social worker takes the lead in interactions, using de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed care to reduce the risk of harm. Law enforcement agencies must create written policies for this process, which the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement will review annually for compliance.
Nebraska's LB 701 mandates that the Department of Health and Human Services reimburse providers for doula services by state funds starting January 1, 2027. It directly affects Medicaid recipients seeking pregnancy and birth support, as doulas provide non-clinical emotional, physical, and informational care before, during, and after childbirth. The bill requires the department to establish a diverse work group (including doulas, communities of color, rural representatives, and birth advocates) by October 2026 to set reimbursement rates and define training/certification standards. This policy aims to improve birth outcomes - reducing cesarean rates, interventions, and complications - by integrating doula support into state Medicaid coverage.
This bill appropriates one dollar each from the General Fund for fiscal years 2026-27 and 2027-28 to the Nebraska Supreme Court. The funds are designated for Program 52 to support the implementation of Legislative Bill 962, which was introduced in the 109th Legislature's second session. The appropriation is limited to permanent and temporary salaries and per diems, with no more than one dollar allowed for each fiscal year. This measure provides minimal financial resources to the court for administrative purposes related to a previously introduced legislative initiative.
This bill allocates state funding to support the implementation of Legislative Bill 937, which was introduced in the 2026 legislative session. The appropriation provides $106,400 for the 2026-27 fiscal year and $109,592 for the 2027-28 fiscal year from the General Fund. These funds are designated for the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska to carry out specific provisions outlined in LB 937. The bill is a financial measure that enables the university to execute policies established by the earlier legislation without adding new requirements.
This bill appropriates $0 from the General Fund for fiscal years 2026-27 and 2027-28 to the Department of Health and Human Services to support the implementation of Legislative Bill 958. The funds are designated for two specific programs within the department, with restrictions on how the money can be spent. The bill limits expenditures for salaries and per diems and specifies that any state aid included must be used only for its intended purpose. Since no actual funding amounts are specified in the text, the bill currently allocates zero dollars to these programs.
