Prisoner turned policy wonk gives lawmakers inside view of why solitary confinement should change
Jason Witmer has become a familiar face in the Nebraska Capitol, often testifying in suit and tie about state policies as a ...
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A host of controversial issues, plus a budget shortfall, to face 2025 Nebraska legislators
Refers to the latest 2 years of omaha.com stories. Cancel anytime. How a bill becomes a law in the Nebraska Legislature LINCOLN — The 108th Legislature tackled a bevy of controversial issues ...
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Dover introduces legislation to protect Battle Creek from flooding
State Sen. Rob Dover of Norfolk introduced a bill in the Nebraska Legislature on Wednesday aimed at protecting the City of ...
Nebraska lawmakers consider setting limits on solitary-like housing in prisons
A freshman Omaha senator is asking lawmakers to consider setting limits on the amount of time and people can occupy a single ...
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Republicans flex muscles, give GOP majority to nearly all legislative committees | Paul Hammel
"One issue that’s likely to benefit from this 'might makes right' power play is ditching the state’s unique way of ...
Lawmakers vote to limit ‘soft nos’ during final stage of debate on Nebraska bills
Lawmakers can no longer give a “soft no” against ending debate or passing legislation during the Nebraska Legislature’s third ...