Mar. 8, 2026
Nebraska Bill Aims to Standardize Renewable Energy Regulations, Faces Backlash in York County
Proposed legislation would limit counties' ability to set their own zoning rules for solar and wind farms, sparking opposition from local officials.
Mar. 6, 2026
Bacon Secures Six Priorities Included in Farm Bill Advancing Out of Committee
The bill passed with bipartisan support and includes all six of Rep. Bacon's key farm bill priorities.
Mar. 2, 2026
Nebraska Governor Signs Legislation to Improve Ag Zoning Processes
New law creates uniform, transparent and expedited process for permit applications in West Point
Feb. 26, 2026
Nebraska Lawmakers Agree to $11.1 Million Cut from Environmental Trust
Lawmakers debate budget adjustments to fill $471 million deficit, raising concerns over constitutional use of trust funds
Feb. 26, 2026
Nebraska Lawmakers Agree to $11.1 Million Transfer from Environmental Trust
Lawmakers vote to divert funds to water projects, despite concerns over constitutionality
Feb. 25, 2026
Nebraska Governor Signs Legislation to Improve County Zoning for Ag Producers
New law creates uniform, transparent and expedited process for permit applications
Feb. 24, 2026
Nebraska Bill Aims to Reduce Missing Black Women Cases
Omaha Senator Ashlei Spivey works with Camisha Hollis' family on legislation to address racial disparities in missing persons cases.
Feb. 21, 2026
Nebraska Considers Bill to Maximize SNAP Benefits for Eligible Residents
Proposed legislation would direct DHHS to secure maximum federal funding for 150,000 Nebraskans who receive SNAP benefits.
Feb. 20, 2026
Nebraska Bill Seeks Competitive Bids for Attorney General's Outside Lawyers
Proposal aims to increase transparency in hiring of private legal counsel
Feb. 20, 2026
New Nebraska Law Threatens Tax Incentives for Companies with Chinese Subsidiaries
Pillen-championed legislation cracks down on 'foreign adversarial companies', raising concerns among business community
Feb. 12, 2026
Nebraska Capitol to Implement New Security Measures, Weapons Ban
Lawmakers advance bill to restrict firearms and other items in the state Capitol building starting in 2027
Feb. 12, 2026
South Dakota Moves to Ban SNAP Purchases of Sugary Drinks
State seeks federal waiver to restrict use of food assistance benefits on soda and other sweetened beverages
Feb. 11, 2026
Nebraska Lawmakers Debate Recall Amendment
State Senator Loren Lippincott speaks on proposed measure to allow recall of top officials
Feb. 11, 2026
Nebraska Considers Recall Amendment for Top Officials
Proposed constitutional change would allow voters to recall governor, attorney general, and state legislators.
