By Johnathan Hladik, former policy director
“The salvation of the state is in the watchfulness of the citizen.” — Hartley Burr Alexander
We are returning to provide legislative updates from a rural perspective. The Nebraska Legislature convened its 2023 session today, Wednesday, Jan. 4. This will be a “long” session—legally mandated to be 90 working days—it is tentatively scheduled to adjourn on June 9.
The deadline for bill introduction is Jan. 18. Each bill introduced will be scheduled for a hearing in 1 of 14 standing committees. Committee hearings typically begin in mid-January.
Click here to read more about the Center for Rural Affairs’ legislative priorities for the 2023 session.
We value your input as we engage with the legislative process. If you would like to share your support, concerns, insights, or opposition by providing testimony in-person, via letter, or by visiting with your senator, please do not hesitate to contact Carlie Jonas at carliej@cfra.org or 402.687.2100 ext. 1032.
