NE LR240

Designates the Urban Affairs Committee to conduct an interim study on strengthening the Legislature's role in coordinating economic development and innovation policy across Nebraska post-COVID-19

Requires identification of key public and private partners working on long-term economic development and assessment of current and emerging challenges and opportunities resulting from the pandemic

Directs evaluation of federal American Rescue Plan Act funding impacts on past, current, and future economic development efforts

Explores whether forming a new legislative committee dedicated to economic development would improve policy coordination across existing committees

Committee may consult with state agencies, economists, business leaders, labor representatives, local governments, and community organizations, and must report findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or Legislature