NE LB794

Natural resources districts are granted new authority to establish or participate in programs for water quality, water quantity management, and soil health education and research, including demonstration projects and educational events for agricultural producers and the general public

Districts may enter agreements with agricultural producers, nonprofits, companies, political subdivisions, postsecondary institutions, and government agencies to implement these soil and water programs

The Healthy Soils Task Force (created under Laws 2019, LB243) is eliminated by repealing sections 2-401 through 2-404 of Nebraska statutes

The Department of Agriculture must electronically submit to the Clerk of the Legislature before January 1, 2027 all documentation from the Healthy Soils Task Force, including the comprehensive action plan, findings and recommendations, agendas, meeting minutes, and other related documents

Provisions allowing the Fertilizers and Soil Conditioners Administrative Fund to support the Healthy Soils Task Force (capped at $10,000) are removed from statute