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LB 986

Allow expenditure of campaign funds for security services and systems under the Nebraska Political Accountability and Disclosure Act

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Eliot Bostar

Nebraska bill permits campaign funds to pay for candidate and political committee security services and systems under state campaign finance law.

Presented to Governor on April 10, 2026
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Bill Summary · LB 986

Legislative bill overview

LB 986 would amend Nebraska's Political Accountability and Disclosure Act to explicitly permit candidates and political committees to use campaign funds for security services and systems. Currently, Nebraska law does not clearly authorize this expenditure category, creating ambiguity about whether security costs are allowable campaign expenses.

Why is this important

As political threats and violence have increased nationally, candidates increasingly face security risks. This bill would provide legal certainty for how campaigns can budget and spend funds to protect candidates, staff, and facilities—a practical necessity in today's political environment that affects both candidate safety and campaign operations.

Potential points of contention

  • Campaign fund scope creep: Critics may argue that broadening allowable campaign expenditures weakens accountability by creating another category of spending that's harder to scrutinize or audit than traditional campaign activities
  • Defining "security services": The bill's language could be ambiguous about what qualifies—personal security, facility protection, cybersecurity, and insurance might all fall under this umbrella with different cost structures and legitimacy questions
  • Equity and access concerns: Well-funded campaigns could afford comprehensive security while underfunded candidates cannot, potentially disadvantaging challengers and candidates from lower-income backgrounds

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

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