Nebraska state senators have been busy on their seventh day in session, filing a total of 73 pieces of legislation, including two amendment proposals. Some of the bills that caught attention include a proposal to increase legislative term limits, a ban on hemp except for interstate commerce, allowing incarcerated youth to receive medical coverage, and allowing felons convicted of drug crimes to apply for SNAP benefits after completing their sentences. Other notable bills include requiring hotels to display information about human trafficking, adjusting salaries for certain government officials, allowing psychological services to be covered by Medicaid, reducing fees for specialty license plates, and creating a Nebraska Youth in Care Bill of Rights. Governor Jim Pillen introduced a bill to reorganize state government by terminating or reassigning the duties of various boards, commissions, and councils. Other bills aim to prioritize mental health patients in state hospitals, give committed offenders access to their files, and impose Medicaid reforms for behavioral health providers. Overall, the senators have introduced a wide range of legislation covering important issues such as healthcare, public safety, and government efficiency. Stay tuned for updates on these bills as they make their way through the legislative process.
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