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NE LB904
Bill
AI Summary
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Requires lobbyists representing Chinese military companies to file an affirmative acknowledgment that they are acting as agents of a foreign adversary of the United States before commencing lobbying activity
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Requires consultants for Chinese military companies to register with the Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission before conducting any influencing activity in the state, including disclosing their name, address, business activities, and matters they expect to influence
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Imposes civil penalties of $100,000 per violation for lobbyists or consultants who fail to comply with disclosure requirements, with subsequent violations increasing by $100,000 up to a maximum of $1 million per violation
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Creates a $50,000 whistleblower payment for any person who provides information to the commission resulting in a finding of violation, contingent upon the commission recovering the civil penalty
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Defines "Chinese military company" by reference to Section 1260H of Public Law 116-283 as it existed on April 1, 2025, including subsidiaries and companies owned or controlled by such entities
Legislative Description
Change provisions relating to Chinese military companies under the Nebraska Political Accountability and Disclosure Act
Last Action
Speaker priority bill
2/20/2026