NE LB1159

Nebraska Hall of Fame Commission must name one living person to the Hall of Fame prior to January 1, 2027, bypassing the standard five-year nomination cycle and 35-year post-death waiting period

The designated inductee must meet all four criteria: former U.S. House of Representatives member, former University of Nebraska-Lincoln head football coach, former UNL Athletic Director, and Hastings High School alumnus

The criteria specifically describe Tom Osborne, though he is not named directly in the legislation

Introduced at the request of the Governor with bipartisan support from 32 co-sponsors

Amends section 72-728 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska governing Hall of Fame induction procedures