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Nebraska Legislature Bill LB21

Nebraska 2024 1st Special Session

Nebraska Legislature Bill LB21

Introduced
7/26/24  
Refer
7/29/24  

Caption

Change requirements relating to proposals for constitutional amendments submitted by the Legislature

Impact

If enacted, the changes proposed in LB21 could significantly influence how constitutional amendments are handled within the state. By redefining the existing requirements, the bill may facilitate a more expedient process for submitting and reviewing these proposals. This is expected to ensure that necessary amendments can be promptly addressed, making the legislative process more responsive to the evolving needs of the state and its residents.

Summary

LB21 seeks to change the requirements relating to proposals for constitutional amendments that are submitted by the Legislature. This bill aims to streamline and clarify the process through which proposed amendments are introduced, debated, and potentially passed by the legislative body. Proponents of the bill argue that the current procedures are cumbersome and could benefit from modifications to enhance efficiency and transparency within legislative operations.

Contention

However, discussions surrounding LB21 may introduce points of contention regarding the balance between efficiency and thoroughness in constitutional amendments. Some lawmakers might express concerns that altering the requirements could lessen the scrutiny applied to proposed changes, potentially leading to hasty decisions that might affect fundamental state laws and citizens' rights. Moreover, there could be debates on whether the changes might disproportionately advantage certain political interests within the Legislature, affecting bipartisan cooperation.

Latest LB21 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NE LR2CA

Constitutional amendments to change from a unicameral legislature to a bicameral legislature, provide for election of members of the Legislature on a partisan ballot, require election of legislative officers and committee chairpersons by a public vote, and require all meetings of the Legislature to be open to the public

NE LR284CA

Constitutional amendment to create the office of Public Counsel in the Legislature

NE LR287CA

Constitutional amendment to require the Legislature to compensate political subdivisions for any locally imposed revenue source that is reduced or eliminated by the Legislature

NE LR1CA

Constitutional amendment to require the Legislature to reimburse political subdivisions as prescribed

NE LR22CA

Constitutional amendment to change legislative term limits to three consecutive terms

NE LR278CA

Constitutional amendment to change the membership of the State Board of Education

NE LR28CA

Constitutional amendment to change the membership of the State Board of Education

NE LR27CA

Constitutional amendment to change provisions relating to pardons and the Board of Pardons and to create the Board of Commutation

NE LR285CA

Constitutional amendment authorizing the Legislature to provide a different method of taxing residential property

NE LB254

Provide and change requirements relating to video coverage of the Legislature, performance audits, and the Legislative Mental Health Care Capacity Strategic Planning Committee

Similar Bills

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