Rep. Dan Quick

Maddy summaryLB 566 removes an expiration date for Nebraska's refundable income tax credit for qualifying homebuyers. The bill specifically targets Section 77-2715.07(2)(b), which provides a credit equal to 100% of the federal credit for individuals with federal adjusted gross income under $29,000. This change makes the credit permanent for eligible low-to-moderate income residents purchasing residential property in Nebraska. The bill does not alter the credit amount, eligibility requirements, or other provisions of the tax credit.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates licensing rules for therapists and child care providers in Nebraska. It creates a new pathway for marriage and family therapists licensed in other states to obtain Nebraska licenses by meeting requirements (like passing a Nebraska jurisprudence exam), without needing to retake all exams. It also clarifies the scope of practice for occupational therapists by defining specific treatment modalities (like electrotherapeutic devices). Additionally, it changes liability insurance requirements for child care facility licensees and inspectors under the Child Care Licensing Act. These changes directly affect therapists seeking to practice in Nebraska and child care providers operating under state licensing rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Nebraska's Liquor Control Act to adjust licensing rules for craft breweries and microdistilleries. It requires craft breweries exceeding 20,000 barrels of annual production to obtain a manufacturer's license, which allows continued retail sales but limits them to up to eight existing retail locations (requiring divestment of excess locations). The bill also clarifies self-distribution rights for craft breweries (up to 250 barrels annually to Nebraska retailers), permits offsite storage of tax-paid products with commission approval, and maintains the 100,000-gallon annual production cap for microdistilleries. These changes primarily affect small beverage producers scaling operations within Nebraska.

Maddy summaryLB 454 amends Nebraska law to update rules for regional behavioral health authorities and establish the Behavioral Health Services Fund. It requires these authorities to adopt uniform fee policies based on consumer income (not exceeding service costs), mandate competitive bidding for services unless specific exemptions apply, and maintain separate budgets for behavioral health funding. The new Behavioral Health Services Fund will provide grants, loans, and reimbursements to support community-based behavioral health services statewide, including housing assistance for very low-income adults with serious mental illness. These changes directly affect regional behavioral health authorities, behavioral health providers, and consumers receiving public behavioral health services.

Maddy summaryLB 192 modifies Nebraska's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibility rules and removes certain administrative requirements. It temporarily increases the gross income eligibility limit to 165% of the federal poverty guideline (until October 1, 2025), while keeping net income limits unchanged, and eliminates the annual report requirement for the Department of Health and Human Services on SNAP efforts. The bill also removes the need for an evaluation report on the TANF-funded program that implemented the income change. This directly affects SNAP beneficiaries and streamlines reporting for the state agency managing the program.

Maddy summaryLB 50 changes how revenue from Nebraska's nameplate capacity tax on renewable energy facilities is distributed. Five percent of the tax revenue will go directly to the community college in the area where the renewable energy facility (like wind or solar farms) is located. The remaining revenue will be distributed to local governments (cities, counties) that would have collected property taxes on the facility if it weren't exempt, calculated based on each government's share of typical property tax revenue. This distribution continues until the facility's equipment is sold or removed, and the tax revenue cannot be redirected to the state General Fund.

Maddy summaryLB 364 modifies Nebraska law to require the state park commission to obtain legislative approval (or Executive Board approval if the Legislature is not in session) before indicating intent to incorporate land owned by local governments into the state park system. The bill mandates that the commission provide the Legislature or Executive Board with estimated fiscal impact details, including how costs would be covered (cash funds vs. General Fund appropriations). This directly affects the state park commission and local governments whose land may be considered for state park incorporation. The law repeals the original section 37-342 while harmonizing the approval process.

Maddy summaryLegislative Resolution 233 (LR 233) is a procedural resolution directing Nebraska's Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee to conduct an interim study on state agency guidance documents, rules, and regulations. The study will examine three specific areas: the public input process for guidance documents, the distinction between guidance and formal rules, and whether guidance imposes unnecessary burdens on nonprofits and businesses beyond federal requirements. This resolution does not change laws but will assess current practices to inform potential future policy. The committee will report findings and recommendations to the Legislature after completing the study.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Nebraska law (sections 16-617 to 16-624) governing improvement districts in cities of the first class. It updates procedures for creating districts - including allowing inclusion of properties within city limits, adjacent areas, and county industrial zones - and modifies notice requirements (20 days in a newspaper) and objection rules (50% of front footage must object within 20 days to halt projects). The bill also revises how materials for street improvements are selected, requiring city councils to consider petitions from 25% of abutting property owners and allowing a 10-day delay in bid decisions. These changes affect city governments and property owners in first-class cities where street, sidewalk, or public space improvements are funded through special assessments.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) recognizing SkillsUSA's work in Nebraska. It formally acknowledges SkillsUSA for enhancing citizens' lives through career and technical education, citing its 2025 state competition and role in developing student skills. The resolution has no legal effect or funding impact - it solely expresses legislative appreciation. It was introduced by multiple legislators and passed by the Nebraska Legislature.