Bill

LR 153

Interim study to gather information relating to electronic identification devices utilized as a method of identifying and managing animals for disease, surveillance, and control regulations

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Tanya Storer

An interim study to map Nebraska's electronic identification devices for livestock, identifying manufacturers, vendors, and supply chains to inform future sourcing, use, and data-s

Notice of hearing for October 31, 2025

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Bill Summary · LR 153

LR 153 — Interim Study: Electronic Identification Devices for Animal Management

Overview

Bill Type: Legislative Resolution (interim study)
Bill Number: LR 153
Title: Interim study to gather information relating to electronic identification devices utilized as a method of identifying and managing animals for disease traceability, surveillance, and control regulations
Legislature: Nebraska, One Hundred Ninth Legislature, First Session
Introduced: May 8, 2025
Sponsors: Storer (primary), with DeKay, Holdcroft, Ibach, Kauth, McKeon, Raybould, Storm
Status: Notice of hearing scheduled for October 31, 2025
Committee: Agriculture Committee designated to conduct the study
Referral: Also referred to the Executive Board on May 8, 2025
Purpose-type: Resolution to authorize an interim study (not a bill to become law)

Purpose and Intent

LR 153 seeks to create an interim study focusing on electronic identification (EID) devices used to identify and manage animals for purposes such as disease traceability, surveillance, and control regulations. The study aims to support Nebraska livestock producers in complying with regulations and to inform private herd management and marketing practices. The overarching goal is to map the landscape of EID technology and its supply chain to evaluate vulnerabilities to foreign interference and to inform future legislative considerations regarding sourcing and use of these devices and related data-management systems.

Key Provisions and What the Study Means

Compile a comprehensive inventory of EID devices and related equipment, services, and software available for purchase and use in Nebraska.
Identify manufacturers and vendors, including brand names under which products are sold.
Gather information on:
- Locations of device manufacturers
- Final assembly locations
- Manufacturing sources for chip components used in EID devices
Use the collected information to inform future legislative deliberations about:
- Sourcing requirements
- Limitations on the use of certain devices or data-management systems
- Measures to mitigate vulnerabilities to foreign interference and manipulation of devices and data
Report: At the conclusion of the study, the Agriculture Committee must prepare findings and recommendations for the Legislative Council or the Legislature.

Affected Parties and Impacts

Primary stakeholders: Nebraska livestock producers, cattle and other livestock operations, and entities supplying EID devices and related software/services.
Potential impacts:
- Enhanced understanding of the EID hardware/software supply chain
- Data that could influence future regulatory or procurement decisions
- Increased awareness of risks related to foreign interference or compromised data management
Note: As a resolution for an interim study, LR 153 does not impose new requirements on producers or vendors at this time but lays the groundwork for possible future policy considerations.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Interim study authorized by the Legislature; results to be reported to the Legislative Council or Legislature.
Hearing notice issued for October 31, 2025, to gather information and public input.
Timeline milestones:
- Introduced: May 8, 2025
- Referred to Agriculture Committee: May 19, 2025
- Also referred to Executive Board: May 8, 2025
- Hearing: October 31, 2025
Post-study: Committee to deliver a report with findings and recommendations.

Bottom Line

LR 153 is a procedural resolution authorizing an Agriculture Committee-led interim study to map the market and supply-chain landscape of electronic identification devices used in Nebraska livestock management. The study seeks to identify device manufacturers, vendors, and component sources, with the aim of informing future policy decisions on sourcing, use, and data-management vulnerabilities, and to support robust disease traceability and surveillance infrastructure. A hearing is scheduled for October 31, 2025.

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