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NE LR295

Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kathleen Kauth

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Origin

Legislature

109th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Impeaches Elizabeth O'Connor, University of Nebraska Board of Regents member serving since 2019, for a DUI incident on May 21, 2025, in Omaha

  • O'Connor crossed into oncoming traffic on Blondo Street while intoxicated, striking a vehicle carrying five people including three children

  • Blood alcohol concentration measured at 0.321, more than four times the legal limit of 0.08; a half-empty bottle of Fireball Cinnamon Whisky was found in her vehicle

  • Passenger Latonda Johnson suffered serious bodily injuries including a broken back and broken pelvis, resulting in felony DUI charges (Class IIIA) against O'Connor

  • If adopted by majority vote of the Legislature, the articles of impeachment would be tried before the Nebraska Supreme Court

Legislative Description

Provide a resolution adopting articles of impeachment against University of Nebraska Regent Elizabeth O'Connor

Last Action

Resolution withdrawn

1/13/2026

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