Nebraska Proposes Lowering Age for Detaining Kids for Serious Crimes

Nebraska Proposes Lowering Age for Detaining Kids for Serious Crimes

Nebraska lawmakers aim to lower the age for detaining kids for serious crimes to 11 and charging them as adults at 12 Nebraska Proposes Lowering Age for Detaining Kids for Serious Crimes Lincoln: So, there’s a new proposal in Nebraska that could change how young offenders are treated. The state wants to lower the age…

Nebraska Lawmakers Honor Former President Jimmy Carter with Resolution

Nebraska Lawmakers Honor Former President Jimmy Carter with Resolution

The Nebraska Legislature passed a resolution to honor Jimmy Carter for his public service and humanitarian efforts following his passing. Nebraska Lawmakers Honor Former President Jimmy Carter with Resolution Lincoln: The Nebraska Legislature recently adopted a resolution to honor former President Jimmy Carter for his dedication to public service and humanitarian work. This came just…

Gov. Pillen Unveils Plan to Address 2 Million Budget Shortfall

Gov. Pillen Unveils Plan to Address $432 Million Budget Shortfall

Governor Pillen’s budget proposal aims to tackle a $432 million shortfall while ensuring property tax relief and funding for essential services. Gov. Pillen Unveils Plan to Address $432 Million Budget Shortfall Lincoln: Governor Jim Pillen has laid out his plan to tackle a projected $432 million budget shortfall during his State of the State address.…

Gov Pillen Promises a ‘Second Shot at Life’ While Cutting State Spending

Gov Pillen Promises a ‘Second Shot at Life’ While Cutting State Spending

In his State of the State speech, Gov. Pillen emphasizes budget cuts and a fresh start for Nebraska amid rising healthcare costs. Gov Pillen Promises a ‘Second Shot at Life’ While Cutting State Spending Lincoln: So, Gov. Jim Pillen just gave his State of the State speech, and it was quite the ride. He talked…

Nebraska Proposes New Bills on Human Development Education and Health Authority

Nebraska Proposes New Bills on Human Development Education and Health Authority

New legislation in Nebraska aims to enhance human development education in schools and redefine health director powers Nebraska Proposes New Bills on Human Development Education and Health Authority LINCOLN: Nebraska is shaking things up with some new bills. One big proposal is to make sure K-12 schools teach kids about human development. This bill, introduced…

Nebraska Lawmakers and Governor Pillen Push to Ban Lab-Grown Meat Sales

Nebraska Lawmakers and Governor Pillen Push to Ban Lab-Grown Meat Sales

Governor Jim Pillen supports new bills to prohibit lab-grown meat in Nebraska, aiming to protect local agriculture and consumers. Nebraska Lawmakers and Governor Pillen Push to Ban Lab-Grown Meat Sales Lincoln: So, Governor Jim Pillen is making some waves in Nebraska. He’s backing new legislation to ban lab-grown meat from being sold in the state.…

Nebraska Senators Propose First-Time Homebuyer Savings Accounts and New Taxes

Nebraska Senators Propose First-Time Homebuyer Savings Accounts and New Taxes

Nebraska lawmakers are pushing for savings accounts for first-time homebuyers and new sales taxes to fund tax relief programs. Nebraska Senators Propose First-Time Homebuyer Savings Accounts and New Taxes LINCOLN: So, there’s some buzz in Nebraska about new proposals from state lawmakers. One of them, State Sen. John Cavanaugh from Omaha, is looking to help…

Gov Pillen and NE Lawmakers Target Youth Social Media Use and Cell Phones

Gov Pillen and NE Lawmakers Target Youth Social Media Use and Cell Phones

New legislation in Nebraska aims to require parental consent for minors on social media and regulate cell phone use in schools Gov Pillen and NE Lawmakers Target Youth Social Media Use and Cell Phones Lincoln: Nebraska is looking to tighten the reins on social media for kids. Lawmakers want to make sure that anyone under…

Nebraska Medical Cannabis Lawsuit Expands to Include State Agencies

Nebraska Medical Cannabis Lawsuit Expands to Include State Agencies

A lawsuit challenging Nebraska’s medical cannabis laws now targets state agencies and officials overseeing its implementation Nebraska Medical Cannabis Lawsuit Expands to Include State Agencies Lincoln: A legal battle is heating up over Nebraska’s medical cannabis laws. The lawsuit, led by John Kuehn, is now going after more state officials and agencies. Kuehn, a former…