Nebraska 2025 2025-2026 Regular Session

Nebraska Legislature Bill LB399 Engrossed / Bill

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THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the within LB 399 was passed by the One Hundred Ninth
Legislature of Nebraska at its First Session on the ........................................................ day
of ................................................................... 20.............
CLERK OF THE LEGISLATURE
Approved:
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GOVERNOR