Rep. Terrell McKinney

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic legislative resolution (not a policy bill) congratulating Tyson Terry, a wrestler from Omaha North High School, on winning the 2025 Nebraska Boys Class A 285-pound state wrestling championship. It recognizes his achievement as the first wrestler in Nebraska state history to win four consecutive heavyweight titles with a perfect 169-0 record. The resolution formally expresses the legislature's congratulations and directs copies to be sent to Terry and his school. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - only ceremonial recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) congratulating Jermaine Dortch, a wrestler from Omaha North High School, on winning the 2025 Nebraska School Activities Association Boys Class A 138-pound state wrestling championship. It recognizes his undefeated 49-0 season and victory over Myles Sanchez of Creighton Preparatory School. The resolution has no policy impact; it merely expresses legislative appreciation and directs copies to Dortch and his school. It was adopted by the Nebraska Legislature on March 20, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic legislative resolution (not a law) recognizing efforts related to Marcus Garvey's posthumous pardon. It formally acknowledges the work of individuals who provided evidence supporting President Biden's January 2025 posthumous pardon of Marcus Garvey, founder of the Universal Negro Improvement Association. The resolution also congratulates Garvey, his family, and descendants on the pardon. As a resolution, it has no legal effect but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of historical justice efforts.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial legislative resolution (not a bill), not a law. It formally congratulates Joe Edmondson's family for his posthumous receipt of the 2024 Bobby Douglas Legacy Award, which recognizes significant contributions to the Black wrestling community. The resolution includes a copy to be sent to his family. It has no binding effect or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Nebraska Legislature's condolences to the family, friends, and fellow officers of Kyle McAcy, a Nebraska State Patrol officer who died in a traffic incident on February 17, 2025. It formally recognizes McAcy's 10-year service, including roles as a range officer and crisis negotiator, and notes the Nebraska State Patrol's decision to retire his badge number (302) in his honor. The resolution directs that a copy be sent to McAcy's family as a gesture of respect. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact, solely offering condolences.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to create a new income tax credit for renters in Nebraska, allowing them to claim a portion of the federal renter's credit on their state tax returns. The legislation also updates rules for existing property tax credits and expands the list of other available tax credits to include various economic and social programs. While the bill has been postponed, it aims to provide financial relief to tenants and adjust how certain tax benefits are calculated for residents.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as LB 71, proposes to legalize cannabis in Nebraska by removing it from the list of controlled substances and establishing a regulated market for adults aged 21 and older. It creates a licensing system for cultivators, stores, and manufacturers while defining specific rules for production, sales, and consumption, such as prohibiting open containers in vehicles. The legislation also outlines how tax revenue generated from cannabis sales will be distributed and includes provisions for expunging past cannabis convictions. Additionally, the bill addresses related legal matters, including changes to penalties for paraphernalia and adjustments to family law regarding parental rights.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Reimbursable Performance-Based Grants Act to create a funding program for private-sector organizations working with young adults aged 18 to 25. The program aims to reduce incarceration, poverty, and homelessness by requiring applicants to secure their own initial funding and demonstrating that their projects will achieve specific measurable social outcomes. The Department of Revenue will evaluate grant applications based on these metrics, with an independent review committee handling appeals for denied requests. Any money saved by the state due to reduced costs in correctional facilities and social services will be transferred back into the grant fund to support future initiatives.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Prison Population Reduction and Property Tax Relief Act, aims to lower Nebraska's incarceration rates to generate state savings that can be used to reduce property taxes. It establishes two main programs: one allowing for early release from parole and another offering relief for individuals serving long-term sentences, both intended to decrease the prison population without requiring new funding. The legislation also directs courts to consider non-prison sentences like probation or community service when appropriate and creates a process for people unable to pay fines to request hearings rather than face arrest. Additionally, the bill assigns reporting duties to correctional agencies to track cost savings and monitor the effectiveness of these new programs.

Maddy summaryLegislative Resolution 26 is a ceremonial measure that congratulates professional boxer Terence "Bud" Crawford on becoming a four-division world champion. The resolution formally recognizes his achievements, including his undefeated record and recent title wins in multiple weight classes, and expresses pride in his accomplishments as a native of Omaha, Nebraska. It directs the Legislature to provide a copy of the resolution to Crawford as a gesture of acknowledgment. This bill does not create new laws or change policy; it serves solely as an official statement of congratulations from the state legislature.