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NE LB765

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rick Holdcroft

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Origin

Legislature

109th Legislature

AI Summary

  • School district bonds require voter approval with at least 50.1% of qualified electors participating in the election, in addition to a majority voting in favor

  • Public funds (building funds, cash funds, discretionary funds) are prohibited from being used to campaign for or advocate in school district bond elections; privately donated funds from sources like booster clubs and parent-teacher organizations are exempt

  • School district and educational service unit employees cannot use paid work time to campaign for bond elections, though they may provide general factual information about bond subject matter, amount, and election date

  • Campaign materials supporting bond measures cannot be distributed or posted on school district or educational service unit properties, facilities, grounds, or vehicles; neutral informational materials are permitted

  • Joint entities that include school districts or educational service units (created after February 14, 2024) must meet the same 50.1% voter participation threshold and are subject to the same restrictions on public funds and campaign activities

Legislative Description

Change provisions relating to elections for school district bonds and bonds issued by a joint entity that includes a Nebraska school district or educational service unit

Last Action

Notice of hearing for February 11, 2026

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Government, Military and Veterans Affairs1/9/2026

Full Bill Text

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