Rep. Robert Dover

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to change Nebraska's legislative term limits from two to three consecutive terms for state legislators. If approved by voters, it would amend Article III, Section 12 of the Nebraska Constitution to allow members to serve up to three consecutive terms (instead of two) in the Legislature. Key provisions include counting service beyond half a term as a full term and excluding pre-2001 service toward the limit. The amendment must be approved by voters in the November 2026 general election to take effect.

Maddy summaryLR 201 is a legislative resolution proposing an interim study on Nebraska's documentary stamp tax. It directs the Revenue Committee to examine current tax rates, revenues, and how the money is used, with specific focus on potential tax increases for housing and restrictions on using the revenue solely for housing purposes. The study will review current revenue uses, recent tax-related legislation, proposed revenue allocations, and how tax changes might affect housing costs. This resolution does not change tax rates but sets up a committee to investigate potential policy adjustments.

Maddy summaryLB 561 modifies Nebraska's vehicle length regulations to create a specific exception for raw milk transport. It adds Section 2(1)(k) to existing law, allowing "overweight raw-milk vehicles" to exceed standard length limits (typically 40-65 feet) when authorized under Section 4 of the bill. This directly affects dairy producers and transport companies moving raw milk, granting them flexibility for vehicle dimensions that would otherwise violate general length restrictions. The provision ensures raw milk vehicles can operate within legal limits without requiring separate permits for length compliance.

Maddy summaryNebraska's Legislature passed Legislative Resolution 132 to honor Jessica Evans, an agricultural educator and FFA advisor at Osmond Community Schools, for being named the Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District Educator of the Year. The resolution recognizes her work promoting conservation through initiatives like no-till farming practices, managing an eight-acre crop test plot for student learning, and leading the Osmond FFA Chapter - which earned 16 state awards over nine years. It does not create new laws or policies but formally congratulates Evans for her contributions to agricultural education and community engagement. The resolution was adopted by the Nebraska Legislature on April 30, 2025, and a copy will be sent to Evans.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) congratulating the Battle Creek High School boys wrestling team for winning the 2025 Class C Nebraska School Activities Association state championship - their second consecutive title. It recognizes the team's achievement, specifically naming top scorers and coach Cody Wintz, and acknowledges their academic and athletic accomplishments. The resolution was adopted by Nebraska's legislature on April 30, 2025, and includes a copy sent to the school and coach. It has no legal effect or policy changes; it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution (LR 134) formally congratulates the Norfolk High School cheer team and unified cheer team for their achievements at the 2025 Nebraska State Cheer and Dance Competition. It specifically recognizes the regular cheer team's fourth-place finish in Class A and the unified cheer team's championship win across Classes A, B, and C. The resolution is purely symbolic, with no policy changes or funding impacts, and was adopted by Nebraska's Legislature on April 30, 2025. It serves as a formal acknowledgment of these student athletes' accomplishments and their coaches' leadership.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Stanley Staab posthumously for his 36-year career with Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) and his recent induction into the NRD Hall of Fame. It recognizes his leadership in flood control projects, water system development, groundwater management, and community partnerships across Nebraska. The resolution formally congratulates Staab and directs that a copy be sent to his family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding policy impact or direct effect on any legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows landlords and tenants to receive legal notices and documents electronically under Nebraska's Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and Mobile Home Landlord and Tenant Act. It requires written consent for electronic delivery via email or secure online platforms, replacing older requirements for physical mail or hand-delivery. The change applies to all notices related to rent, lease terms, or legal actions between landlords and tenants. This modernizes communication methods while maintaining the same legal standards for notice validity.

Maddy summaryLB 266 prohibits local governments in Nebraska (cities, counties, and their agencies) from passing any ordinances that would impose rent controls on private rental properties. The bill defines "ordinance" broadly to include local laws, rules, or regulations, and states such restrictions are null and void if enacted. Exceptions allow local governments to adopt ordinances aimed at increasing affordable housing supply through land-use rules or voluntary private programs where property owners contractually agree to rent restrictions. This law overrides local home rule charters and became effective upon the governor's approval on April 7, 2025.

Maddy summaryLB 187 amends Nebraska's Real Estate License Act to require written agency agreements for real estate brokers in specific scenarios. It mandates that brokers must provide clients with written agreements detailing duties, compensation terms, expiration dates, and subagency options when acting as single agents (for sellers, buyers, or landlords), dual agents (representing both sides), or subagents. The bill also updates licensing requirements, including raising the minimum age to 19, requiring a high school diploma or equivalent, and mandating 90+ hours of approved real estate coursework for salespersons. These changes directly affect real estate brokers, salespersons, and their clients by standardizing written disclosures and professional conduct.