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LB 921

Adopt the Nebraska Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act and the Health Care Staffing Agency Registration Act and change provisions of the Employment Security Law, the In the Line of Duty Compensation Act, the Non-English-Speaking Workers Protection Act, and the State Miscellaneous Claims Act

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Teresa Ibach

Nebraska WARN Act requires employers to provide advance notice of mass layoffs/plant closures and modifies non-English worker protection employer duties.

Presented to Governor on April 10, 2026
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Bill Summary · LB 921

Legislative bill overview

LB 921 establishes the Nebraska Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act, requiring employers to provide advance notice to workers before major layoffs or plant closures, and modifies employer obligations under the Non-English-Speaking Workers Protection Act. The bill aims to give workers and communities advance warning of significant employment disruptions while adjusting related labor protections.

Why is this important

Mass layoffs can devastate workers and local economies when they occur without notice, preventing workers from preparing financially or seeking alternative employment. This legislation addresses worker protections during economically disruptive events and clarifies employer responsibilities toward non-English-speaking employees, affecting thousands of Nebraska workers and employers.

Potential points of contention

  • Employer burden vs. worker protection: Businesses may argue notice requirements create administrative costs and operational constraints, while labor advocates contend advance notice is essential for worker welfare
  • Scope and thresholds: Disagreement over how many workers or what timeline triggers notification requirements—stricter standards protect more workers but impose greater compliance burdens on employers
  • Non-English-Speaking Workers provisions: Unclear how modifications to existing protections will affect employers' language accommodation duties and workers' access to workplace information and safety practices

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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