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LB 819

Change provisions of the Rural Workforce Housing Investment Act and the Middle Income Workforce Housing Investment Act

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Robert Dover and 1 co-sponsor

LB 819 modifies Nebraska's rural and middle-income workforce housing tax incentive programs, adjusting developer benefits and eligibility criteria for housing development initiatives.

Notice of hearing for February 02, 2026
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Bill Summary · LB 819

Legislative bill overview

LB 819 modifies Nebraska's Rural Workforce Housing Investment Act and Middle Income Workforce Housing Investment Act, which are tax incentive programs designed to encourage housing development in rural areas and for middle-income workers. The bill adjusts provisions of these programs, though specific amendments are not detailed in the available action summary.

Why is this important

These housing investment acts are tools Nebraska uses to address workforce retention and housing affordability challenges in rural communities and for moderate-income residents. Changes to these programs could affect developer incentives, housing availability, or the state's fiscal commitments to these initiatives.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of incentives: Whether tax credits or other benefits should be expanded, reduced, or redirected to different geographic areas or income levels
  • Fiscal impact: Cost to the state budget and whether the programs represent effective use of public resources versus direct appropriations
  • Program eligibility: Potential changes to which developments, areas, or income brackets qualify, affecting who benefits from housing investments

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

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