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LR 94

Congratulate and thank Bryan Health for one hundred years of service to the community

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

Nebraska Legislature formally congratulates Bryan Health on 100 years of service, recognizing its impact on communities in a ceremonial tribute with no policy or fiscal effect.

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Bill Summary · LR 94

Summary of LR 94 – Congratulate and thank Bryan Health for one hundred years of service to the community

Quick Facts

  • Type: Legislative Resolution (LR)
  • Bill Number: LR 94
  • Status: Adopted
  • Introduced: March 27, 2025
  • Adopted: April 3, 2025
  • Legislature: One Hundred Ninth Legislature, First Session
  • Primary Sponsor: Bostar (with numerous co-sponsors)
  • Outcome: Official commendation recognizing Bryan Health’s centennial; copies sent to Bryan Health and CEO Russ Gronewold

Purpose

LR 94 expresses formal congratulations and gratitude from the Nebraska Legislature to Bryan Health for reaching one hundred years of service to the community. The resolution serves as a ceremonial acknowledgement of the health system’s historical milestones, ongoing contributions to regional health care, and its role in improving quality of life.

Background and Historical Context

  • Bryan Health traces its roots to 1922, when William Jennings Bryan and his family donated land and their home to establish a hospital.
  • Bryan Memorial Hospital opened on June 6, 1926.
  • Lincoln General Hospital (established in 1925) later became part of Bryan Health, now operating as Bryan Medical Center.
  • Notable milestones include pioneering heart care and the delivery of Nebraska’s first surviving 22-week gestation baby, as well as serving as the birthplace for Advanced Trauma Life Support.
  • Today, Bryan Health employs about 7,500 people and has expanded to include six medical centers, a private foundation, a broad physician network, and a College of Health Sciences serving Nebraskans across the state.

Provisions Included

  • Section 1: The Legislature congratulates and thanks Bryan Health for 100 years of service.
  • Section 2: Copies of the resolution are to be sent to Bryan Health and Chief Executive Officer Russ Gronewold.

Affected Parties

  • Bryan Health and its employees, patients, and the communities it serves.
  • The Nebraska health-care community and residents who benefit from Bryan Health’s services.
  • The Nebraska Legislature, which issues the formal tribute.

Legislative Timeline and Process

  • Introduced: March 27, 2025
  • Laid over on introduction: March 27, 2025
  • Adopted: April 3, 2025
  • Presiding officers signed the resolution on the same date it was adopted

Significance and Impact

  • LR 94 provides a formal, non-binding acknowledgment of Bryan Health’s century-long service and its impact on Nebraskans.
  • It publicly highlights historical milestones and ongoing contributions in health care, education, and community well-being.
  • Primarily a ceremonial gesture; does not create policy changes or fiscal obligations, but may bolster public relations and community goodwill.

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

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