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Agriculture

Legislature74 legislators-322 bills

Legislators(74)

Agriculture Committee10 bills
Barry DeKay12 bills
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Teresa Ibach13 bills
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Tom Brandt9 bills
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Margo Juarez1 bills
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Ben Hansen2 bills
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Glen Meyer1 bills
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Dunixi Guereca1 bills
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Rick Holdcroft1 bills
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Bob Andersen1 bills
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Tanya Storer2 bills
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Eliot Bostar1 bills
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Christy Armendariz1 bills
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Daniel McKeon1 bills
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Steve Halloran25 bills
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Joni Albrecht5 bills
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Justin Wayne7 bills
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Carol Blood9 bills
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Dave Murman2 bills
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Steve Erdman4 bills
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Brian Hardin1 bills
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Beau Ballard2 bills
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Robert Dover1 bills
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Tony Vargas5 bills
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Myron Dorn1 bills
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Tom Brewer8 bills
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Dan Hughes5 bills
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Raymond Aguilar1 bills
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Timothy Gragert2 bills
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Ernie Chambers5 bills
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John Stinner3 bills
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John McCollister3 bills
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Michael Groene1 bills
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Julie Slama2 bills
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Suzanne Geist1 bills
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Lynne Walz1 bills
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Anna Wishart2 bills
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Sue Crawford2 bills
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Burke Harr3 bills
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Matt Hansen3 bills
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Lydia Brasch7 bills
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John Lowe1 bills
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Tyson Larson9 bills
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Ken Schilz27 bills
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Rick Kolowski3 bills
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Jerry Johnson23 bills
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John Kuehn2 bills
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Mark Kolterman2 bills
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Ken Haar6 bills
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Merv Riepe1 bills
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Dan Watermeier1 bills
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Al Davis7 bills
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Tom Carlson34 bills
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Russell Karpisek1 bills
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Norman Wallman3 bills
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Dave Bloomfield3 bills
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Thomas Hansen4 bills
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Pete Pirsch2 bills
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Bob Krist1 bills
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Brenda Council3 bills
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LeRoy Louden3 bills
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Scott Price1 bills
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Mark Christensen1 bills
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Kate Sullivan3 bills
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Jeremiah Nordquist1 bills
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Abbie Cornett1 bills
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Mike Flood1 bills
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Annette Dubas3 bills
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Kathy Campbell1 bills
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Bill Avery1 bills
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Danielle Conrad1 bills
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Kent Rogert1 bills
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Deb Fischer1 bills
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Dennis Utter1 bills
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Referred Bills (322)

LB1187Introduced

Change certain fees and surcharges under the Livestock Brand Act

LB948Passed

Change provisions of the Plant Protection and Plant Pest Act, change fees under the Pesticide Act, rename and change provisions of the Nebraska Commercial Fertilizer and Soil Conditioner Act, eliminate the Nebraska Poultry and Egg Resources Act, terminate a fund, and eliminate provisions relating to certain associations and societies

LB894Enrolled

Change provisions relating to the Grain Dealer Act and the Grain Warehouse Act

LB807Passed

Eliminate the Riparian Vegetation Management Task Force and provisions relating to grants and provide for grants relating to weed management from the Water Resources Cash Fund

LB1188Introduced

Update a federal reference in the Foreign-owned Real Estate National Security Act and prohibit ownership of real estate in adversary nations by the state and any political subdivision thereof

LB815Introduced

Provide for a tax on diesel fuels, change provisions relating to refunds for motor fuel taxes and the petroleum release remedial action fee, change and eliminate provisions of the Ethanol Development Act, and eliminate the Ethanol Production Incentive Cash Fund

LB794Passed

Change and eliminate provisions relating to the Healthy Soils Task Force, require the Department of Agriculture to submit related documentation, and provide powers to natural resources districts regarding soil and water practices

LB1028Introduced

Provide requirements for nutrient management plans and the application of livestock waste or litter

LB1258Introduced

Rename the Livestock Brand Act as the Livestock Protection Act, eliminate the Nebraska Brand Committee, and change, provide, and eliminate provisions relating to livestock branding and livestock protection

LB895Introduced

Change applicability, license requirements, and fees under the Grain Warehouse Act

LB947Introduced

Change fees under the Plant Protection and Plant Pest Act and the Pesticide Act, change provisions relating to the Weeds of the Great Plains book, and change, eliminate, and terminate certain funds

LB646Enrolled

Provide an exemption from brand inspections and change fees under the Livestock Brand Act

LB638Introduced

Change provisions of the Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Act

LB665Introduced

Prohibit the use of certain electronic identification devices under the Animal Health and Disease Control Act

LB658Introduced

Provide labeling and advertising requirements for manufactured-protein food products

LB540Introduced

Change provisions of the Nebraska Apiary Act and create the Nebraska Apiary Advisory Board

LB502Introduced

Provide a penalty under the Farm Labor Contractors Act

LB476Introduced

Provide exemptions under the Foreign-owned Real Estate National Security Act

LB394Introduced

Change provisions of the Weights and Measures Act

LB375Introduced

Adopt the Grocer Reinvestment Option Act

LB145Introduced

Require the Director of Agriculture to administer a grant program relating to noxious weeds and restate intent regarding appropriations for vegetation management

LR258Introduced

Interim study to examine a philanthropic endowment and location to host a week-long camp for certain children who live in low-income urban areas to learn about agriculture

LR153Introduced

Interim study to gather information relating to electronic identification devices utilized as a method of identifying and managing animals for disease, surveillance, and control regulations

LR257Introduced

Interim study to examine foreign and domestic threats to Nebraska agriculture

LR168Introduced

Interim study of the purposes, uses, and utility of the Noxious Weed and Invasive Plant Species Assistance Fund and associated grants awarded pursuant to the Noxious Weed Control Act

LR280Introduced

Interim study to examine the Livestock Brand Act and the role and mission of the Nebraska Brand Committee

LB245Passed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Pure Food Act and the Weights and Measures Act

LB246Passed

Prohibit cultivated-protein food products under the Nebraska Pure Food Act and provide a deceptive trade practice

LR179Introduced

Interim study to review occupational regulations under the Nebraska Livestock Dealer Licensing Act for purposes of the Occupational Board Reform Act

LR178Introduced

Interim study to examine issues within the jurisdiction of the Agriculture Committee

LB372Passed

Eliminate provisions relating to grain inspections, the Nebraska Origin and Premium Quality Grain Cash Fund, and labeling requirements for honey

LB7Passed

Change provisions relating to real estate and the Foreign-owned Real Estate National Security Act

LB1368Passed

Adopt the Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Act and provide for a transfer from the Water Resources Cash Fund

LB1207Failed

Redefine a term under the Nebraska Agricultural Products Marketing Act

LB1061Failed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Corn Resources Act

LB999Failed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act and the Uniform Controlled Substances Act

LB321Failed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Pure Food Act

LB305Failed

Change provisions relating to grain warehouse storage rates and charges

LB264Failed

Change provisions of the Grain Dealer Act and the Grain Warehouse Act

LB262Passed

Change and eliminate provisions relating to warehouse operators, hemp, the Grain Dealer Act, the Grain Warehouse Act, the Nebraska Agricultural Products Marketing Act, the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act, the Nebraska Corn Resources Act, the Nebraska Pure Food Act, and the Uniform Controlled Substances Act

LB1396Failed

Change labeling provisions relating to misbranded food under the Nebraska Pure Food Act

LB1301Passed

Adopt the Foreign-owned Real Estate National Security Act

LB1142Failed

Require and restrict certain actions of any animal control facility, animal rescue, animal shelter, or rabies control authority

LB1116Failed

Adopt the Grocer Reinvestment Option Act

LB828Failed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Apiary Act and provide for the Pollinator Task Force, the Nebraska Apiary Registry, and immunity for certain damages relating to bees

LB831Failed

Change provisions of the Noxious Weed Control Act and provide for control of restricted plants

LB662Failed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Right to Farm Act relating to certain public or private nuisances

LB735Failed

Create a work group and establish the Nebraska Stewardship Program under the Nebraska Apiary Act

LB591Failed

Require notice of termination of an oral lease of agricultural land to be given by January 1

LB442Failed

State intent to transfer funds to the Livestock Growth Act Cash Fund

LB336Failed

Terminate the Nebraska Hemp Commission, create the Nebraska Hemp Advisory Board, and eliminate a fee and penalty

LB229Failed

Change registered feedlot inspection requirements under the Livestock Brand Act

LB218Failed

Change provisions relating to intent to appropriate money for management of vegetation within the banks or flood plain of a natural stream

LB263Failed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act

LB117Failed

Change provisions relating to the Independent Processor Assistance Program under the Nebraska Meat and Poultry Inspection Law

LR374Introduced

Interim study to examine the availability of healthy and affordable food choices in Nebraska communities

LR375Introduced

Interim study to examine different methods, including potential statutory changes, to address the need to recruit, train, and retain individuals who practice production animal veterinary services in Nebraska

LR399Introduced

Interim study to review occupational regulations under the Nebraska Potato Development Act and the Plant Protection and Plant Pest Act for purposes of the Occupational Board Reform Act

LR400Introduced

Interim study to examine issues within the jurisdiction of the Agriculture Committee

LR398Introduced

Interim study to examine the development and use of messenger RNA vaccines in livestock

LB1313Passed

Provide for regulation of health benefit plans for nonprofit agricultural organizations

LB844Passed

Change provisions of the Farm Labor Contractors Act

LR106Introduced

Interim study to examine interests in agricultural lands in Nebraska held by foreign individuals, business entities, and governments

LB116Failed

Change provisions of the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Act

LB740Failed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Pure Food Act

LB562Passed

Adopt the E-15 Access Standard Act and change provisions of the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Act, the Nebraska Higher Blend Tax Credit Act, the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority Act, and the Nebraska Pure Food Act

LR176Introduced

Interim study to examine the Nebraska Right to Farm Act in comparison to similar laws in other states that rely on agriculture and recruitment of agriculture-related businesses as a significant portion of the economy

LR212Introduced

Interim study to examine issues within the jurisdiction of the Agriculture Committee

LR219Introduced

Interim study to review the credentialing requirements under the Pesticide Act for purposes of the Occupational Board Reform Act

LB805Passed

Change provisions of the Black-Tailed Prairie Dog Management Act, the Nebraska Wheat Resources Act, and the Noxious Weed Control Act

LB848Passed

Change provisions of the Animal Health and Disease Control Act relating to catastrophic livestock mortality

LB744Introduced

Change provisions relating to identification and inspection of livestock

LB712Introduced

Change provisions of the Black-Tailed Prairie Dog Management Act

LB889Introduced

Change provisions of the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act

LB802Introduced

Change provisions relating to the Nebraska Wheat Resources Act

LR242Introduced

Urge the congressional delegation of Nebraska to pass legislation that supports farmers, ranchers, and small meat processors without compromising food safety standards and foreign market access

LB584Introduced

Adopt the Mobile Food Unit Act and change fees for a mobile food unit

LB571Introduced

Provide for backgrounder lot registration under the Livestock Brand Act

LB614Introduced

Eliminate registered feedlot provisions under the Livestock Brand Act

LB235Introduced

State intent regarding implementation of a meat processing establishment inspection program

LB91Passed

Change germination seed testing provisions under the Nebraska Seed Law

LR284Passed

Support an objective review of the "Product of U.S.A." label by the USDA and action to restrict the scope of use in a way that is beneficial for cattle producers and consumers, and is trade compliant

LR284Passed

Support an objective review of the "Product of U.S.A." label by the USDA and action to restrict the scope of use in a way that is beneficial for cattle producers and consumers, and is trade compliant

LR277Introduced

Interim study to determine what is needed to develop a plan to protect managed and native Nebraskan pollinators from current harmful practices

LR400Introduced

Interim study to examine current farm economic conditions in Nebraska and how best to aid and support beginning farmers and livestock and dairy producers in the state

LR328Introduced

Interim study to determine whether rules and regulations guiding the inspection and permitting of mobile food units are being applied consistently between jurisdictions

LB1095Introduced

Change provisions of the Animal Health and Disease Control Act

LR262Introduced

Provide the Legislature supports both the federal American Beef Labeling Act of 2021 and United States Senate Bill 949

LR262Introduced

Provide the Legislature supports both the federal American Beef Labeling Act of 2021 and United States Senate Bill 949

LR5Passed

Accept the findings and recommendations of the Healthy Soils Task Force submitted to the Governor and the Agriculture Committee

LB572Passed

Change provisions of the Livestock Brand Act

LB324Passed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Meat and Poultry Inspection Law

LB90Passed

Change fee provisions under the Pesticide Act and the Nebraska Commercial Fertilizer and Soil Conditioner Act

LR196Introduced

Interim study to examine the potential applications for blockchain technology in agricultural operations

LR380Introduced

Interim study to examine the feasibility of creating a state meat inspection program

LB835Passed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Pure Food Act and the Weights and Measures Act

LB321Introduced

Update certain standards and regulations and change Director of Agriculture duties and Department of Agriculture fee and permit provisions under the Weights and Measures Act

LB1200Introduced

Rename the Livestock Brand Act and the Nebraska Brand Committee and change provisions relating to livestock

LB1219Introduced

Change provisions of law relating to hemp and adopt the Nebraska Hemp Transportation and Sales Licensing Act

LB1165Introduced

Eliminate the Nebraska Brand Committee and provide powers and duties for the Department of Agriculture under the Livestock Brand Act

LB1159Introduced

Change certain use restrictions and provide for unlimited license examination attempts under the Pesticide Act

LB1040Introduced

Provide for a state food insecurity nutrition incentive grant program

LB972Introduced

Change germination seed testing provisions under the Nebraska Seed Law

LB919Introduced

Change requirements for approval or denial of licenses or licensing agreements under the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act

LB791Introduced

Change provisions of the Livestock Animal Welfare Act relating to ownership, possession, or seizure of animals

LB594Introduced

Provide for a deceptive trade practice relating to meat under the Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act

LB655Introduced

Change division fence provisions

LB732Introduced

Adopt the Mobile Food Unit Act and change fees for a mobile food unit

LB729Introduced

Adopt the Soil Health and Productivity Incentive Act

LB382Introduced

Change the Dog and Cat Purchase Protection Act

LB229Introduced

Prohibit certain unlawful acts as prescribed under the Weights and Measures Act

LB157Introduced

Provide for voluntary registration, duties for the Department of Agriculture, and a cause of action under the Nebraska Apiary Act

LB201Introduced

Prohibit certain unlawful acts as prescribed relating to the Weights and Measures Act

LB45Introduced

Repeal the Black-Tailed Prairie Dog Management Act

LB1152Passed

Change provisions relating to hemp

LB803Passed

Adopt the Dry Pea and Lentil Resources Act

LR435Introduced

Interim study to examine and document the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic emergency on the agricultural sector of Nebraska

LR378Introduced

Interim study to examine the Livestock Brand Act and the role and mission of the Nebraska Brand Committee

LR337Introduced

Interim study to reexamine which Nebraska-grown food products can feasibly be used for school meals and snacks

LB344Passed

Adopt the Animal Health and Disease Control Act, eliminate and provide duties for the Department of Agriculture, eliminate various acts, terminate and transfer certain funds, create a fund, and provide penalties

LB953Failed

Prohibit certain public entities from charging a fee for adoption or purchase of a dog or cat by a veteran

LR219Introduced

Interim study to identify constraints on agricultural processing, production, and marketing investment

LR222Introduced

Interim study to review the status of the implementation of the electronic brand document and reporting system by the Nebraska Brand Committee

LB657Passed

Adopt the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act and change provisions relating to the industrial hemp agricultural pilot program

LR13Passed

Urge federal agencies of the U.S. Government responsible for food labeling to establish and enforce standards for nomenclature of plant-based imitation milk and dairy food products

LR251Introduced

Interim study to conduct a review of food deserts in Nebraska and make recommendations to increase access to healthy affordable food

LR220Introduced

Interim study to review provisions governing carcass disposal requirements and options

LR221Introduced

Interim study to review the resources and authorities of the Dept. of Agriculture regarding livestock disease prevention and response

LR218Introduced

Interim study to review the resources of the Dept. of Agriculture and state government to respond to natural disasters

LB227Passed

Change provisions governing determination of a public or private nuisance under the Nebraska Right to Farm Act

LB304Passed

Exempt certain operations from the definition of a food establishment under the Nebraska Pure Food Act

LB320Passed

Change various provisions of the Pesticide Act and update federal references

LB243Passed

Create the Healthy Soils Task Force and add a use for a fund

LB660Passed

Change provisions relating to the executive director and chief investigator of the Nebraska Brand Committee

LB333Passed

Update federal references and redefine a term under the Nebraska Milk Act

LB61Passed

Change and eliminate provisions relating to rabies

LB14Failed

Provide for truth in advertising and labeling in the sale of meat and provide a penalty

LB449Failed

Repeal the Black-Tailed Prairie Dog Management Act

LB1133Introduced

Adopt the Industrial Hemp Act, provide an exemption under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, and eliminate a provision relating to industrial hemp research

LB893Introduced

Change seller disclosure statement requirements and provide for restrictions and duties on pet shop owners under the Dog and Cat Purchase Protection Act

LB766Passed

Change provisions relating to division fences

LB764Introduced

Exempt certain operations from the definition of a food establishment under the Nebraska Pure Food Act

LB808Introduced

Change provisions relating to community gardens and seed libraries

LB499Introduced

Provide for voluntary registration and duties for the Department of Agriculture under the Nebraska Apiary Act as prescribed

LB617Introduced

Adopt the Industrial Hemp Act

LB477Introduced

Prohibit certain unlawful acts as prescribed relating to the Weights and Measures Act

LB260Introduced

Provide for a state food insecurity nutrition incentive grant program and state intent regarding appropriations

LR371Introduced

Interim study to compile information regarding the number and nature of fence dispute claims filed pursuant to 34-112.02 and the extent to which mediation services have been utilized

LR416Introduced

Interim study to examine which advertising practices should be considered unlawful acts under the Weights and Measures Act

LB135Passed

Change and eliminate Department of Agriculture provisions relating to publicity, publications, and personnel

LB805Introduced

Provide an annual reporting requirement under the Nebraska Potato Development Act and eliminate obsolete provisions

LR180Introduced

Interim study to examine opportunities for increased coordination between the Nebraska Brand Committee and the Dept. of Agriculture

LR171Introduced

Interim study to examine ways to minimize conflict in the availability and utilization of bee forage resources

LR179Introduced

Interim study to examine the application of the Livestock Brand Act to dairy animals and dairy operations located within the mandatory brand inspection area

LR193Introduced

Interim study to determine the impact of increased use of higher level ethanol blends and various policies to incentivize use of such blends

LB274Passed

Change provisions of the Plant Protection and Plant Pest Act and eliminate the Nebraska Rangeland Grasshopper Control Act

LB600Passed

Change various provisions of the Livestock Brand Act relating to the Nebraska Brand Committee

LB276Passed

Change provisions relating to hybrid seed corn and provide enforcement powers and judicial remedies

LB134Passed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Pure Food Act and eliminate the Nebraska Graded Egg Act

LB348Introduced

Eliminate licensing, an excise tax, and other provisions of the Nebraska Potato Development Act

LB125Introduced

Change application and fee requirements for feedlots and dairies registered under the Livestock Brand Act

LB945Introduced

Adopt the Nebraska Healthy Food Financing Initiative Act

LB968Introduced

Change provisions relating to an agriculture promotion and development program

LR378CAIntroduced

Constitutional amendment to guarantee the right to engage in certain farming and ranching practices

LB618Introduced

Provide for redesignation of districts and changing at-large membership for certain commodities boards and commissions

LB558Introduced

Provide an exception for certain food operations under the Nebraska Pure Food Act and provide a duty for the Department of Agriculture

LB393Introduced

Change provisions of the Livestock Animal Welfare Act

LB128Enrolled

Repeal the Black-Tailed Prairie Dog Management Act

LB909Passed

Change powers, duties, and fee and penalty provisions relating to the Department of Agriculture

LR535Introduced

Interim study to examine how the Legislature can assist livestock producers involved in certain value-added activities

LR612Introduced

Interim study to examine issues under the jurisdiction of the Agriculture Committee

LR595Introduced

Interim study to examine the topic of food deserts and issues relating to access to healthy food in Nebraska

LR536Introduced

Interim study to complete the work of the LR 309 committee which investigated ways to avoid and mitigate conflicts arising from herbicide drift damage to sensitive crops

LR569Introduced

Interim study to examine the means available to fund the grant program established pursuant to the Livestock Growth Act

LR573Introduced

Interim study to examine the historic and present state of industrial hemp as an alternative crop in Nebraska and its future potential

LR537Introduced

Interim study to review the duties and authorities of the Dept. of Agriculture with respect to livestock animal identification

LR498Introduced

Interim study to examine the Nebraska Right to Farm Act

LR598Introduced

Interim study to examine issues related to allowing owners and independent repair persons access to software and codes that will allow them to repair electronic devices

LR570Introduced

Interim study to review the duties and authorities of the Dept. of Agriculture to establish an agriculture promotion and development program

LB730Passed

Change a security coverage provision for sellers of grain stored in a warehouse closed by the Public Service Commission

LB921Passed

Eliminate provisions relating to organic food

LB798Passed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Pure Food Act

LB176Passed

Change the Competitive Livestock Markets Act and provisions relating to contract swine operations

LR214Introduced

Interim study to review the information in the Dairy Growth and Development Study Report

LR270Introduced

Interim study to review the fee structure of the Nebraska Brand Committee

LB544Introduced

Adopt the Community Gardens Act

LB389Introduced

Change license and inspection fees under the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act

LB377Introduced

Change provisions and procedures relating to the disposition, care, custody, and costs associated with the impoundment of dogs or cats

LB359Introduced

Change a fee collected from dog licensees

LB360Passed

Change procedures for disposition of seized animals, change license fees relating to dogs and cats, and change provisions of the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act

LB175Passed

Adopt the Livestock Growth Act and Community Gardens Act and change provisions of the Nebraska Advantage Rural Development Act and the Nebraska Seed Law

LB183Passed

Change provisions relating to the Grain Dealer Act

LB106Passed

Provide for an assessment matrix for zoning purposes

LR218Introduced

Interim study to examine the utility of the in-store transfer method by producers and grain warehouses as an option to meet direct delivery obligations

LR212Introduced

Interim study to examine the utilization of authority given to various state commodity development programs to make expenditures for the purpose of influencing federal legislation

LR213Introduced

Interim study to examine development of a reference manual for the state commodity promotion programs and other federal commodity programs that are significant to Nebraska agriculture

LR217Introduced

Interim study to complete the work of LR309, 2013, investigating ways to avoid and mitigate conflicts arising from herbicide and drift damage to sensitive crops

LR322Introduced

Interim study to examine the potential for the expansion of fruit and produce gleaning in Nebraska

LR215Introduced

Interim study to examine implementation of the recommendations of a report produced as a result of LR309, 2013, relating to the feasibility of creating a buffer strip program

LR216Introduced

Interim study to examine implementation of recommendations of LR309, 2013, investigating whether alternative models for compensating specialty or sensitive crop growers incurring herbicide drift are feasible

LB85Passed

To increase the maximum brand inspection fee amount that may be established by the Nebraska Brand Committee

LB242Passed

Change provisions of the Dry Bean Resources Act

LB91Passed

Repeal obsolete provisions relating to scabies, diseased swine, and hog cholera

LB92Passed

Change provisions of the Agricultural Liming Materials Act

LB93Passed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Commercial Fertilizer and Soil Conditioner Act

LB262Introduced

Eliminate refund provisions under the Dairy Industry Development Act

LB846Introduced

To create the brand inspection service area for brand inspection fees and estray disposition

LB768Passed

Change provisions of the Livestock Brand Act and estray provisions

LR427Passed

Urge the United States government to support a sustainable Renewable Fuel Standard

LR414Introduced

Request the federal government to reject changes to the current law governing country of origin meat labeling

LB1002Introduced

Add enforcement powers under the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act

LR413Passed

Request the United States Department of Agriculture immediately withdraw its proposed rule entitled "Importation of Beef from a Region in Brazil"

LB942Introduced

Change provisions relating to packers under the Competitive Livestock Markets Act

LB882Introduced

Change duties of the Climate Assessment Response Committee

LB673Introduced

Repeal the Black-Tailed Prairie Dog Management Act

LB550Introduced

Adopt the Livestock Growth Act and change provisions of the Nebraska Advantage Rural Development Act

LB636Introduced

Provide restrictions for application of certain herbicides

LB431Introduced

Change definition of food establishment under the Nebraska Pure Food Act

LB587Introduced

Change provisions of the Livestock Brand Act

LB354Introduced

Adopt the Nebraska Corn Promotion Act

LB339Introduced

Change fence dispute provisions

LB288Introduced

Change provisions of the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act

LB1008Passed

Change duties of the Climate Assessment Response Committee

LR563Introduced

Interim study to examine vertical coordination in the pork industry

LR562Introduced

Interim study to examine the adequacy of revenue supporting the licensure and enforcement of the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act

LR558Introduced

Interim study to examine ways the state and municipalities can encourage the development of community gardens, including providing spaces for gardening on public lands

LR560Introduced

Interim study to provide a forum for receiving the dairy industry report authorized pursuant to LB941, which was enacted during the 2014 legislative session

LR564Introduced

Interim study to examine regulatory and statutory provisions governing packer procurement of swine through marketing or production contracting under the federal Packers and Stockyards Act

LR561Introduced

Interim study to examine the role and value of private veterinarians in assisting law enforcement in carrying out duties under the Livestock Animal Welfare Act

LR531Introduced

Interim study to examine Department of Agriculture regulation of nonprofit nursery stock distributors under the Plant Protection and Plant Pest Act

LR545Introduced

Interim study to examine state-wide efforts that can be taken to improve Nebraska's access to local food supply and distribution networks

LR463Introduced

Urge the United States Department of Agriculture to adopt its proposed rule entitled "Importation of Beef from a Region in Brazil"

LB941Passed

Provide for a dairy growth study

LB884Passed

Name and change the Exotic Animal Auction or Exchange Venue Act and change the Livestock Auction Market Act

LB1080Introduced

Provide for nonprofit nursery stock distributors under the Plant Protection and Plant Pest Act

LB696Introduced

Prohibit the use of and require labeling of food containers containing Bisphenol A

LB654Introduced

Change the brand inspection area under the Livestock Brand Act

LB60Introduced

Change the livestock brand inspection area boundaries

LB597Passed

Change provisions relating to county agricultural societies

LR271Introduced

Interim study to examine issues, benefits, and costs associated with expanding the brand inspection area to include the entire State of Nebraska

LR290Introduced

Interim study to examine the feasibility of designating counties adjacent to the mandatory brand inspection area designated by 54-1109 as brand inspection service areas

LB423Passed

Change provisions relating to seizure of animals and the Livestock Animal Welfare Act and restrict sales and require notifications for purposes of bovine trichomoniasis prevention

LB544Introduced

Require notifications regarding bovine trichomoniasis

LB583Passed

Provide duties for the Climate Assessment Response Committee

LR339Introduced

Interim study to examine methods to increase the export of Nebraska agricultural commodities and other Nebraska products

LR309Introduced

Interim study to examine issues relating to improving the protection of sensitive commercial crops from losses due to the damaging effects of phenoxy herbicide drift

LR289Introduced

Interim study to examine the feasibility of utilizing fence viewer panels as arbitrators or fact finders in resolving division fence disputes

LR291Introduced

Interim study to examine the means by which to coordinate activities by state livestock animal health authorities with the activities of local livestock cruelty and neglect authorities

LR288Introduced

Interim study to examine the role and value of animal health professionals and other volunteers in assisting law enforcement in carrying out duties under the Livestock Animal Welfare Act

LR293Introduced

Interim study to examine the prevalence of game processing services performed for compensation by persons not licensed as a food establishment under the Nebraska Pure Food Act

LB68Passed

Change provisions of the Plant Protection and Plant Pest Act

LB69Passed

Change provisions of the Pesticide Act

LB435Passed

Provide for out-of-state brand permits under the Livestock Brand Act

LB647Passed

Change cattle identification provisions of the Animal Importation Act

LB166Passed

Change labeling requirements for lawn and turf seed containers

LB70Passed

Change Nebraska Dairy Industry Development Board membership provisions

LB287Introduced

Change rabies vaccination provisions

LB15Introduced

Change Pesticide Act provisions

LB67Passed

Change provisions of the Nebraska Milk Act

LB1123Introduced

Adopt the Nebraska Healthy Food Financing Initiative Act

LB927Introduced

Authorize cattle brands as official identification as prescribed

LB915Introduced

Change provisions relating to animal cruelty and create the offense of obtaining employment at an animal facility with intent to disrupt operations

LB884Introduced

Create the Agricultural Literacy Task Force

LB698Engrossed

Change labeling requirements for alcohol-blended fuel

LB355Introduced

Provide for an agricultural trade representative and funding intent

LB354Introduced

Change funding provisions for the Weight and Measures Act

LB356Introduced

Authorize funding for administration of the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Act

LB306Introduced

Require certain entities to provide care and shelter to equine animals

LB91Introduced

Increase the minimum horsepower of a tractor that is required to be tested

LB1057Passed

Change the Nebraska Corn Resources Act

LB905Passed

Change the Nebraska Wheat Resources Act

LB907Passed

Change provisions relating to agricultural tractor permitting and a sales tax exemption

LR528Introduced

Interim study to evaluate whether Knox County producers and sales facilities would benefit from the entire county being either inside or outside the brand inspection area

LR511Introduced

Interim study to examine Nebraska's kindergarten through twelfth grade education standards and curricula to determine whether agriculture is incorporated as an essential component

LR507Introduced

Interim study to examine establishing a statewide Farm to School initiative in Nebraska to encourage partnerships between farmers and school districts to increase fresh local food availability in schools

LR575Introduced

Interim study to examine the interests and any role of the Dept. of Agriculture relating to incidents of livestock neglect and abandonment, particularly with respect to safeguarding livestock health

LR574Introduced

Interim study to review the anticipated disease traceability final rule by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service of the United States Dept. of Agriculture

LR577Introduced

Interim study to research needs and resources related to food insecurity in Nebraska

LR559Introduced

Interim study to examine potential structural models for commodity development programs to enhance flexibility, resources, and accountability to producers

LR558Introduced

Interim study to examine legislation that has been proposed or enacted in several states to protect against disruptions of agricultural operations

LR557Introduced

Interim study to examine the progress of the creation of a blender fuel pump infrastructure in Nebraska

LB473Passed

Adopt the Black-Tailed Prairie Dog Management Act

LB770Passed

Change the Nebraska Seed Law

LB771Passed

Change the Nebraska Pure Food Act

LB459Passed

Prohibit political subdivisions from defining or assigning legal status for animals inconsistent with personal property status

LB427Passed

Change the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act

LR297Introduced

Interim study to review the report of the Dept. of Agriculture pursuant to LB305, identifying authorities and resources necessary to carry out a cooperative program of state meat and poultry inspection

LR324Introduced

Interim study to examine ways for the State of Nebraska to help facilitate an increase in the export of Nebraska's agricultural products

LR278Introduced

Interim study to examine the implications of the emerging livestock disease traceability framework governing movements of animals in interstate commerce described in the Animal Disease Traceability Comprehensive Report

LB200Enrolled

Adopt the Nebraska Healthy Food Financing Initiative Act

LR277Introduced

Interim study to review the Dept. of Agriculture's inspection program under the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act

LR276Introduced

Interim study to examine the methods and level of effort of the Division of Weights and Measures of the Dept. of Agriculture to monitor and enforce fuel dispenser labeling requirements relating to ethanol-blended fuel products

LR295Introduced

Interim study to compile research relating to food safety, animal welfare, resource stewardship, and farm economy welfare, associated with restrictions of livestock husbandry practices promoted by animal welfare advocacy groups

LR322Introduced

Interim study to examine issues relating to the operation of the Nebraska Tractor Testing Laboratory

LR274Introduced

Interim study to examine the statutory protections for guide dogs

LR296Introduced

Interim study to examine potential structural models for commodity development programs to enhance flexibility, resources, and accountability to producers

LB394Passed

Change Dry Bean Commission membership provisions

LB107Passed

Change Grain Sorghum Development, Utilization, and Marketing Board provisions

LB305Passed

Change permitted uses of the Commercial Feed Administration Cash Fund and require the Director of Agriculture to report regarding implementation of a state meat and poultry inspection program

LB181Passed

Establish a surcharge under the Livestock Brand Act

LB160Passed

Eliminate a duty of the county assessor relating to information on trusts that own agricultural land

LB109Introduced

Eliminate certain registrations under the Agricultural Liming Materials Act

LB114Passed

Provide a standard and labeling restrictions for honey

LB108Passed

Change provisions relating to division fences

LB110Introduced

Eliminate soil conditioner registration under the Nebraska Commercial Fertilizer and Soil Conditioner Act

LB126Introduced

Adopt the Children's Health and Responsible Corporate Marketing Act that regulates advertising and marketing to children in restaurants, food establishments, and convenience stores, and provides duties for the Department of Agriculture

LB592Introduced

Adopt the Nebraska Commodity Industry Development Act

LR453Introduced

Interim study to examine what are described as food deserts or areas where access to healthy, affordable food choices is limited

LR445Introduced

Interim study to examine the capabilities and resources available to the Dept. of Agriculture to meet the response protocols of state and federal livestock disease eradication programs

LR426Introduced

Interim study to examine the honeybee industry in Nebraska

LB909Introduced

Change provisions relating to division fences

LB748Introduced

Change exemption provisions relating to food establishments

LB986Passed

Authorize grants for electronic scanners and point-of-sale devices at farmers markets

LR447Introduced

Interim study to examine issues relating to modern agricultural practices and food distribution systems

LR475Introduced

Interim study to examine issues relating to restricted use chemical application and the need to improve systems of notification of pesticide applications

LR444Introduced

Interim study to examine how the law of division fences and the law of trespass affect the ability of landowners to carry out necessary management of trees and other vegetation

LR446Introduced

Interim study to examine options for a long-term management framework for vegetation within streambeds and immediate riparian areas

LR448Introduced

Interim study to examine funding alternatives to continue the Water Resources Cash Fund

LB882Passed

Change provisions relating to disposal of dead animals

LB910Passed

Change the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act

LB865Passed

Adopt the Livestock Animal Welfare Act

LB731Passed

Change provisions relating to noxious weed control funds