Nebraska’s 2023 Legislative Session—Slow Going The 2023 Nebraska Unicameral Legislative Session attracted national attention on more than one occasion due to controversial bills, debates, and comments from senators. One senator’s statement that she would “burn the session to the ground”[1] over a controversial bill foretold of difficulties to come. Though […]
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USDA ANNOUNCES $10 BILLION INVESTMENT IN RURAL RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) recently announced that it will distribute up to $10.7 billion in loans and grants for rural electric utilities to implement renewable energy projects. This money could drive renewable energy investment throughout Nebraska. The New Empowering Rural America program (“New ERA”) makes up the majority […]
U.S. Supreme Court: Home Equity Is Constitutionally Protected Property Right
Tyler v. Hennepin Cnty., Minnesota, 598 U.S. __ (2023) The U.S. Constitution protects private property rights. The Fifth Amendment’s Takings Clause forbids states and the federal government from taking private property for public use without just compensation. Homeowner Geraldine Tyler owed $15,000 in unpaid real estate taxes on her residence. […]
Nebraska Supreme Court: Wind Opponents’ Failure to Properly Appeal Prevents Review of Conditional Use Permit
Preserve the Sandhills, LLC v. Cherry County, 313 Neb. 668 (2023). Nebraska law provides two methods for appealing a county board’s approval or disapproval of a conditional use application. The appellant may either (1) appeal under section 23-114.01(5) or (2) file a petition in error under section 25-1901.[1] An appellant’s […]
Bill Tracking Chart After Nebraska Legislative Day 30
The First Regular Session of the 108th Nebraska Legislature convened on January 4, 2023. As of February 20, 2023, 60 legislative days remain in the session. The deadline for priority bill listing is March 9, 2023. The Legislature will adjourn sine die on June 9, 2023. In our updates during […]