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NE LB1095
Bill
Status
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
Bob Andersen
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the Nebraska Investment Council and state investment officer from investing retirement system assets in "restricted entities," defined as Chinese companies designated under various federal executive orders and sanctions lists, including those linked to the Chinese military, forced labor, or national security concerns
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Requires divestment from any existing holdings in restricted entities "as soon as practicable," though allows investments to run until the end of their term and does not require actions contrary to fiduciary duties
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Mandates the State Treasurer publish a list of restricted entities on the Treasurer's website by October 1, 2026, with updates at least every six months, and notify the Nebraska Investment Council of any changes
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Requires the state investment officer to submit semiannual reports to the Nebraska Retirement Systems Committee detailing any investments in restricted entities, including company names, asset classes, and amounts invested, beginning January 15, 2027
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Becomes operative July 1, 2026, and is declared an emergency measure taking effect immediately upon passage and approval
Legislative Description
Change provisions relating to the duties of the Nebraska Investment Council, the state investment officer, and the State Treasurer
Last Action
Notice of hearing for February 27, 2026
2/11/2026