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LR 108

Interim study to examine issues within the jurisdiction of the Judiciary Committee

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Carolyn Bosn

LR 108 authorizes the Nebraska Judiciary Committee to conduct an interim study on issues within its jurisdiction and report findings and recommendations to the Legislature.

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Bill Summary · LR 108

Summary: LR 108 (Interim Study to Examine Issues Within the Judiciary Committee’s Jurisdiction)

Overview

LR 108 is a nonbinding legislative resolution introduced in the Nebraska Legislature during the 109th Legislature, First Session. The resolution authorizes an interim study by the Judiciary Committee to examine issues that may arise within the committee’s jurisdiction during the interim period between sessions. It is a procedural instrument to identify potential topics for study and reform before the next legislative session.

Purpose and Intent

  • To designate the Judiciary Committee as the body to conduct an interim study.
  • To proactively identify and examine issues related to the Judiciary Committee’s jurisdiction that may emerge while the Legislature is not in session.
  • To produce findings and recommendations for consideration by the Legislative Council or Legislature.

Key Provisions

  • The Judiciary Committee is tasked with conducting an interim study focused on issues within its jurisdiction.
  • Upon completing the study, the committee must prepare and submit a report detailing findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or Legislature.

Timeline and Procedures

  • Introduced: April 3, 2025.
  • Initial referral: Executive Board (April 3, 2025).
  • Subsequent referral: Judiciary Committee (May 19, 2025).
  • Since this is a resolution for an interim study, there are no immediate statutory changes; the outcome is a reported set of findings and recommendations after the interim period.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Affected entity: Nebraska Judiciary Committee (as the designated interim-study body).
  • Impacts: The study could inform future legislative action on judiciary-related topics; findings may influence policy discussions, budget considerations, and potential drafting of future bills.

Sponsors

  • Primary sponsor: Bosn.
  • Additional sponsors include: DeBoer, Hallstrom, Holdcroft, McKinney, Rountree, Storer, Storm.

Potential Impact

  • Provides a framework for systematic review of judiciary-related issues during the interim.
  • Facilitates evidence-based recommendations to improve the operation and oversight of the judiciary.
  • Helps the Legislature anticipate and prepare for potential policy changes in the next session.

In short, LR 108 sets up a structured, committee-led interim study to identify and recommend reforms on issues within the Judiciary Committee’s jurisdiction, with a formal report to be delivered to the Legislative Council or Legislature after the study concludes.

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

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