The Second Session of the Nebraska Legislature convened January 8, 2020 and concluded on August 13, 2020, following a four month suspension because of COVID-19. This Dirt Alert shows the status of certain bills at the conclusion of the 106th Nebraska Legislature related to economic development, municipal law, real estate, […]
Publications
106th Nebraska Legislature, Second Session, Adjourns Sine Die
on Tuesday, 18 August 2020 in
Publications
The Second Session of the 106th Nebraska Legislature reconvened on July 20, 2020 following a suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Legislature adjourned sine die on August 13, 2020. Below are summaries of five particularly relevant bills the Legislature passed: HIGHLIGHTED BILLS LB 424 expands the Nebraska Municipal Land […]
What Omaha Employers Need to Know About the New Mask Mandate
on Thursday, 13 August 2020 in
Publications
On August 11th, Omaha’s City Council unanimously passed an emergency ordinance that places minimum requirements on when and where individuals must wear masks when entering premises around the City. In addition to placing a legal duty on the general public to wear masks, the ordinance also places a duty on […]
The Revised Rule on the Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder Records (For Now)
on Thursday, 6 August 2020 in
Publications
In July, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (“SAMHSA”) published an update to 42 CFR Part 2, better known simply as “Part 2.” This rule, as part of the “Regulatory Sprint to Coordinated Care,” finalizes certain changes proposed last year. These changes should not be overlooked by the […]
IRS Issues Proposed Excess Compensation and Parachute Payment Rules
on Thursday, 6 August 2020 in
Publications
On June 5, 2020, the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) issued proposed rules under Section 4960 of the Internal Revenue Code (the “Code”), as added by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (Pub. L. 115-97). While there may be significant press about these rules, the good news is that they will […]
