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LB 759

Change provisions relating to water wells, the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment, the Perkins County Canal Project Act, and the Nebraska Litter Reduction and Recycling Fund

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Tom Brandt

Nebraska bill restructures water well regulations, departmental authority, canal project operations, and recycling fund provisions affecting agriculture, municipalities, and environmental management.

Notice of hearing for January 21, 2026
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Bill Summary · LB 759

Legislative bill overview

LB 759 consolidates and modifies Nebraska's water management policies by updating provisions governing water wells, restructuring the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment's authority, implementing changes to the Perkins County Canal Project Act, and adjusting the Nebraska Litter Reduction and Recycling Fund. The bill appears to streamline regulatory frameworks across multiple water and environmental resource areas under a single legislative action.

Why is this important

Water rights and management are critical to Nebraska's agricultural economy and groundwater sustainability, making changes to well regulations and departmental oversight directly affect farmers, municipalities, and rural communities. Funding mechanisms for recycling programs and canal project operations influence both environmental protection efforts and infrastructure maintenance across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Water well regulation changes — modifications to well permitting or usage standards could face resistance from agricultural interests if viewed as restrictive, or from environmental groups if considered insufficient
  • Department restructuring — consolidating or reallocating DWEE authority may create jurisdictional disputes between agencies or concerns about reduced oversight capacity
  • Perkins County Canal Project implications — changes to this specific project's legal framework could affect water allocations, funding, or operational responsibilities for regional stakeholders

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

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