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One Hundred Eighth Legislature - First Special Session - 2024
Introducer€s Statement of Intent
LB71
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Chairperson: Senator Justin Wayne
Committee: Judiciary
Date of Hearing: August 2, 2024
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The following constitutes the reasons for this bill and the purposes which are sought to be
accomplished thereby:
LB71 aims to legalize the use of marijuana in Nebraska. This legislation seeks to generate tax revenue to
provide property tax relief, fund education, and support business and community development initiatives. LB71
also addresses the injustices of the war on drugs, which disproportionately affected marginalized communities
and contributed to overcrowded state prisons. This overcrowding has cost Nebraska taxpayers millions of
dollars without yielding positive outcomes. Additionally, LB71 provides judges the option to seek alternatives to
incarceration, offer early parole discharge, and grant second chances for incarcerated individuals.€
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Principal Introducer:________________________________
Senator Terrell McKinney
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