This legislative resolution formally congratulates Greg McDermott on his retirement as the head men's basketball coach at Creighton University and acknowledges his achievements at both Creighton and Wayne State College. The document highlights his extensive career accomplishments, including leading Creighton to multiple NCAA tournament appearances and establishing the program as one of the most successful in its history. It also notes his earlier coaching tenure at Wayne State College, where he earned induction into the school's Athletics Hall of Fame. A copy of this resolution will be provided to McDermott to serve as an official record of the legislature's appreciation for his contributions to college athletics.
This legislative resolution directs the Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee to conduct an interim study on how public funds are deposited, held, and invested across Nebraska. The study will examine current investment practices, such as keeping money in local banks versus using pooled or out-of-state options, and analyze their effects on local lending, small businesses, and rural communities. Committee members will review existing laws governing these investments, assess decision-making criteria used by public entities, and explore potential policy changes to encourage keeping public funds within the state. The committee is required to submit a final report with its findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or the full Legislature.
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 legislative resolution congratulates Hadley Mazzulla of Auburn for winning the 2026 Nebraska School Activities Association Class B Girls State Wrestling Championship in the 105-pound weight class. The bill formally recognizes her athletic achievement and acknowledges the support of her teachers, administrators, parents, and community members. A copy of the resolution will be sent directly to Hadley Mazzulla as a gesture of appreciation for her accomplishment. This is a commemorative measure that does not change any laws or policies.
This legislative resolution congratulates Haylee Trew of Johnson County Central High School for winning the 2026 Nebraska School Activities Association Class B Girls State 100-pound Wrestling Championship. The bill directs the Legislature to formally recognize her athletic achievement and authorizes sending a copy of the resolution to her. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her accomplishment in the state wrestling competition.
This legislative resolution congratulates the Pender Lady Pendragons basketball team for winning the 2026 Class C-2 Girls State Basketball Championship and for achieving four consecutive state titles across two different classifications. The document highlights specific achievements, including standout performances by players Hadley Walsh and Madalyn Dolliver, and recognizes the coaching of Jason Dolliver. Copies of the resolution are to be sent to the school principal and the team coach as a formal acknowledgment of their accomplishments.
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.
This legislative resolution congratulates Uzziah Sanders, a senior basketball player at Lincoln Southwest High School, for being named the 2025-26 Gatorade Nebraska Boys Basketball Player of the Year. The bill formally recognizes his athletic achievements, including leading his team to their first-ever state championship and setting a school record for all-time leading scorer. Copies of the resolution will be sent to Sanders and his high school to acknowledge his excellence in basketball, academics, and character.
This bill appropriates $1 from the General Fund for each of the fiscal years 2026-27 and 2027-28 to the Attorney General's office. The funds are designated for Program 507 to support the implementation of Legislative Bill 1096, which was passed in the 2026 legislative session. The appropriation is limited to covering permanent and temporary salaries and per diems, with a maximum expenditure of $1 per fiscal year. This measure provides minimal financial resources to assist the Attorney General in executing the provisions of the referenced legislation.
This bill appropriates $1 from the General Fund for fiscal year 2026-27 to the Department of Health and Human Services to support the implementation of Legislative Bill 1032. The funding is designated for Program 33 and is intended to aid in carrying out the provisions of the referenced bill. The legislation explicitly prohibits using these funds for permanent or temporary employee salaries or per diems. This is a procedural appropriation measure that provides minimal financial resources for administrative purposes related to the previously enacted bill.
LB 1101 amends Nebraska law to change the percentage of salary that judges must contribute to the Nebraska Retirement Fund for Judges. It affects current judges (including Supreme Court, appellate, district, juvenile, county, and Workers' Compensation Court judges) and future judges based on their appointment dates, modifying existing contribution rates that currently range from 4% to 10% of monthly compensation. The bill repeals the current section 24-703 and replaces it with revised contribution requirements, though specific new percentages are not detailed in the provided text. This change directly impacts how much judges contribute toward their retirement benefits.
