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NE LB69

Bill

Status

Passed

5/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ashlei Spivey

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Origin

Legislature

109th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Commission membership expanded to require one immigrant/new American and one young professional (ages 18-24) among the 14 Governor-appointed members of African ancestry, with term limits of no more than two full four-year terms

  • Commission's purpose broadened to represent African Americans and Black Americans "across the diaspora" and focus on enhancing well-being rather than solely addressing problems

  • Meeting requirements changed from fixed quarterly dates to at least quarterly meetings, with at least one annual meeting in the city with Nebraska's largest African American population; public notice required 7 days in advance via website, social media, and local media

  • Commission authorized to employ personnel rather than only a single executive director, removing the requirement that the director be an African American legal resident of Nebraska

  • Annual reporting to the Governor and Legislature now required with 12 specific categories including legislative advocacy, economic development metrics, health disparities, criminal justice efforts, budget information, and community feedback

Legislative Description

Change provisions relating to the Commission on African American Affairs

Last Action

Approved by Governor on May 21, 2025

5/21/2025

Committee Referrals

Government, Military and Veterans Affairs1/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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