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LB 716

Revisor's bill to eliminate obsolete provisions and provisions that have terminated

109th Legislature (2025-2026)

Nebraska revisor's bill removes expired and obsolete statutory provisions to streamline and clarify state law.

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Bill Summary · LB 716

Legislative bill overview

LB 716 is a "revisor's bill" in Nebraska designed to remove outdated, expired, or obsolete provisions from state statutes that no longer serve a legal function. These bills are routine housekeeping measures that clean up the Nebraska Revised Statutes by eliminating references to terminated programs, expired deadlines, or provisions that have been superseded by other laws.

Why is this important

Removing obsolete statutory language prevents confusion among legal practitioners, policymakers, and the public about which provisions are actually enforceable. It improves code clarity and accessibility while reducing the volume of inactive legal text that accumulates over time, making the statutes more usable and reducing administrative burden.

Potential points of contention

  • Verification accuracy – Any errors in identifying truly obsolete provisions could inadvertently remove language still relied upon by specific stakeholders or agencies
  • Lack of visibility – Revisor's bills often receive minimal public scrutiny; interested parties may not realize provisions affecting them are being eliminated
  • Unintended consequences – Removing provisions could affect regulatory interpretation or legal precedent in ways not immediately apparent

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

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