Nebraska Legislative Analysis
Your personalized snapshot of what's moving in Nebraska: key legislation, voting activity, and bills that matter.
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60-Second Briefing
What you need to know about Nebraska right now
Recently Enacted
LB6: Provide for a penalty enhancement for a controlled substances violation resultin…
Recent Vote
LB36 voted 43-6 in the House
Taxes Bill to Watch
LB8: Change provisions relating to the tax credits under the Sustainable Av…
Hot Topics
Taxes and Health legislation seeing the most activity this session
50
Bills Tracked
29
Introduced
17
Passed
2
Enacted
Why This Matters
How Nebraska legislation affects you
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Nebraska's legislature is actively considering 50 bills this session, with key policy areas driving the most activity.
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Tax bills could impact your income, property taxes, or business deductions.
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Healthcare bills could change insurance coverage, Medicaid access, or hospital regulations.
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Legislative momentum is building: 2 already signed into law and 17 passed at least one chamber. These changes take effect soon.
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Recently enacted: LB6 and LB35 — review these to understand new laws affecting Nebraska residents.
Nebraska Quick Guide
Common questions about Nebraska legislation
Who represents me in Nebraska?
Who represents me in Nebraska?
Governor
Jim Pillen
Attorney General
Mike Hilgers
Secretary of State
Robert Evnen
How does Nebraska's legislature work?
How does Nebraska's legislature work?
Nebraska's legislature consists of two chambers: the State Senate and the State Assembly/House. Bills must pass both chambers before reaching the Governor's desk. Currently tracking 50 bills in this session.
What are the top issues in Nebraska right now?
What are the top issues in Nebraska right now?
Based on recent legislative activity, the most active topics are: Taxes, Health, Elections. Use the filters below to explore bills by topic.
How do I stay updated on Nebraska legislation?
How do I stay updated on Nebraska legislation?
This digest is updated regularly as bills progress. Major actions like committee votes, floor votes, and gubernatorial action are captured within hours. Bookmark this page or sign up for alerts to track specific bills.
Nebraska at a Glance
Current session overview
50
Total Bills
29
Introduced
17
Passed
2
Enacted
Legislative Progress
Bills moving through the process
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Recent bills in Nebraska
50 bills match your filter • Always verify the official text
LB6
Provide for a penalty enhancement for a controlled substances violation resulting in serious bodily injury or death
Last action: Jun 02, 2025
Provide for a penalty enhancement for a controlled substances violation resulting in serious bodily injury or death
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Key Points
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Carolyn Bosn (N)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
LB35
Change provisions relating to the requirements for certain exemptions for privately developed renewable energy generation facilities
Last action: Jun 02, 2025
Change provisions relating to the requirements for certain exemptions for privately developed renewable energy generation facilities
View full bill textSponsors
Key Points
- Relates to the requirements for certain exemptions for privately developed renewable energy generation facilities
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Tom Brandt (N)
- Voted 41-0 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
LB36
Adopt the Safe Battery Collection and Recycling Act, provide for the Home Weatherization Clearinghouse and for mitigation of incidental taking of threatened or endangered species habitat, change provisions relating to the Water Recreation Enhancement Act, ground water allocation, and permits and stamps issued by the Game and Parks Commission, and create the Research Excellence Cash Fund
Last action: May 21, 2025
Adopt the Safe Battery Collection and Recycling Act, provide for the Home Weatherization Clearinghouse and for mitigation of incidental taking of threatened or endangered species habitat, change provisions relating to the Water Recreation Enhancement Act, ground water allocation, and permits and stamps issued by the Game and Parks Commission, and create the Research Excellence Cash Fund
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Key Points
- Relates to the Water Recreation Enhancement Act, ground water allocation, and permits and stamps issued by the Game and Parks Commission, and create the Research Excellence Cash Fund
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Tom Brandt (N)
- Voted 43-6 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Sponsors
Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Tom Brandt (N)
- Voted 48-1 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Sponsors
Key Points
- This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
- Sponsored by Machaela Cavanaugh (N)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
LB32
Change provisions relating to disclaimers on political advertisements
Last action: May 15, 2025
Change provisions relating to disclaimers on political advertisements
View full bill textSponsors
Key Points
- Relates to disclaimers on political advertisements
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Megan Hunt (N)
- Voted 47-2 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
LB9
Change provisions relating to cigarette taxes and the Tobacco Products Tax Act and provide for regulation of products containing nicotine analogues
Last action: May 01, 2025
Change provisions relating to cigarette taxes and the Tobacco Products Tax Act and provide for regulation of products containing nicotine analogues
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Key Points
- Relates to cigarette taxes and the Tobacco Products Tax Act and provide for regulation of products containing nicotine analogues
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Jana Hughes (N)
- Voted 34-10 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Sponsors
Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by George Dungan (N)
- Voted 47-0 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
LB22
Require the Department of Health and Human Services to file a state plan amendment for evidence-based nurse home-visitation services
Last action: Apr 10, 2025
Require the Department of Health and Human Services to file a state plan amendment for evidence-based nurse home-visitation services
View full bill textSponsors
Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by George Dungan (N)
- Voted 47-0 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
LB41
Change provisions relating to blood tests for pregnant women
Last action: Apr 10, 2025
Change provisions relating to blood tests for pregnant women
View full bill textSponsors
Key Points
- Relates to blood tests for pregnant women
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Merv Riepe (N)
- Voted 47-0 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Sources & neutrality
Sources used
- LegiScan (bill metadata, roll calls, links)
- NGA (governor roster)
- NAAG (attorney general roster)
- NASS (chief election official roster)
- Open States (legislator roster)
Disclaimer
We summarize for clarity. Always check the official text before acting, and verify dates/status directly on the state site.