NE LR123

Proposes an interim study on collection, use, and protection of agricultural data in Nebraska, supporting the Agricultural Data Protection Act (LB525)

Study scope includes crop yields, soil conditions, livestock health, and market trends data collected by corporations and other entities

Examines existing legal and contractual frameworks governing ownership, use, and transfer of agricultural data, plus potential unfair trade practices from unauthorized data use or sale

Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee designated to conduct the study and report findings with recommendations to the Legislative Council or Legislature

Addresses concerns about data security, third-party sales, market transparency, and competition impacts from agricultural data sharing and aggregation