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LB 1077

Change provisions relating to workers' compensation insurance policies and deductibles

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

Nebraska bill adjusts workers' compensation insurance deductibles and policy terms, affecting employer costs and worker injury benefit access statewide.

Notice of hearing for February 23, 2026
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Bill Summary · LB 1077

Legislative bill overview

LB 1077 modifies Nebraska's workers' compensation insurance framework by adjusting provisions related to insurance policies and deductible structures. The bill was introduced by Senator Tom Brandt and is currently under review by the Business and Labor Committee with a hearing scheduled for February 23, 2026. Specific details about deductible changes and policy modifications are under legislative consideration.

Why is this important

Workers' compensation insurance directly affects employers' operational costs and employees' injury benefits, making deductible and policy changes consequential for both groups. Changes to these provisions can influence insurance affordability for businesses, claims processing procedures, and the adequacy of worker protections during injuries or illnesses. Nebraska's business community and labor advocates closely monitor such adjustments given their broad economic impact.

Potential points of contention

  • Whether proposed deductible increases shift financial burden from insurers to employers or injured workers
  • Impact on small businesses versus large employers if deductible changes apply differently across company sizes
  • Whether policy modifications adequately protect workers' access to benefits while maintaining reasonable insurance costs for employers

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

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