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LB 948

Change provisions of the Plant Protection and Plant Pest Act, change fees under the Pesticide Act, rename and change provisions of the Nebraska Commercial Fertilizer and Soil Conditioner Act, eliminate the Nebraska Poultry and Egg Resources Act, terminate a fund, and eliminate provisions relating to certain associations and societies

109th Legislature (2025-2026)

Nebraska bill consolidates agricultural regulations by merging poultry standards into fertilizer law, eliminating specialized poultry act, and terminating associated fund.

Approved by Governor on March 16, 2026
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Bill Summary · LB 948

Legislative bill overview

LB 948 restructures Nebraska's agricultural regulatory framework by renaming and modifying the Commercial Fertilizer and Soil Conditioner Act, eliminating the entirely separate Poultry and Egg Resources Act, terminating an associated fund, and removing provisions related to certain agricultural associations and societies. The bill consolidates or streamlines multiple statutes into a simplified regulatory structure.

Why is this important

This legislation affects Nebraska's agricultural industry by changing how fertilizer, soil products, and poultry/egg operations are regulated and registered. The consolidation could reduce administrative complexity for farmers and producers, but may also shift enforcement priorities or eliminate specific protections currently contained in the repealed poultry act.

Potential points of contention

  • Poultry industry impact: Eliminating the dedicated Poultry and Egg Resources Act removes a specialized regulatory framework; stakeholders may debate whether general fertilizer/soil regulations adequately protect poultry-specific concerns
  • Fund termination consequences: The bill terminates an unnamed fund, raising questions about outstanding obligations, account balances, and whether programs previously funded will continue
  • Agricultural association provisions: Removing provisions relating to certain associations and societies could affect organizational structures, representation, or collective bargaining capabilities for agricultural groups

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

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