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LB 822

Rename the Police Officers Retirement Act as the Cities of the First Class Police Officers Retirement Act and change provisions of such act

109th Legislature (2025-2026)

Nebraska bill renames and modifies police retirement act provisions for first-class cities, affecting officer pensions and municipal financial obligations.

Approved by Governor on April 14, 2026
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Bill Summary · LB 822

Legislative bill overview

LB 822 renames Nebraska's Police Officers Retirement Act to specify it applies to "Cities of the First Class" and modifies provisions within the act. The bill was introduced in early January 2026 and is currently under committee review after being placed on the General File in February.

Why is this important

Police retirement systems are significant fiscal obligations for municipalities, affecting both officer recruitment/retention and city budgets. Clarifying which cities fall under this retirement structure and adjusting its provisions could impact pension obligations, contribution rates, and benefits for affected officers and their employers.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope clarification: Whether renaming the act genuinely clarifies coverage or creates ambiguity about which Nebraska municipalities are included in "Cities of the First Class"
  • Benefit modifications: The unspecified "changes to provisions" could alter retirement ages, contribution percentages, or benefit calculations—details not publicly available yet
  • Municipal fiscal impact: Cities may face unexpected cost increases or decreases depending on how provisions are modified, affecting local budgets and tax rates

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

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