As the final hours of this 90-Day legislative session quickly approach, I’m taking a moment to reflect on what has been an incredibly busy and rewarding experience as a firstyear senator. Serving on the Appropriations Committee has given me the opportunity to dive deep into the state budget, ensuring we make responsible choices while prioritizing the needs of our communities. It’s been a challenging, yet fulfilling, journey, and I’m proud of the progress we have made on behalf of our district.With just a few days left, we are working hard to finish strong and ensure that our constituents’ priorities are well represented.
As of the beginning of this week, approximately twenty- one priority bills are awaiting the Governor’s signature, while seventeen have already been signed into law. My priority bill, LB 538, which would require K-12 schools and colleges to adopt a policy and provide training to crack down on discrimination, was advanced to General File by the Education Committee on Wednesday with a vote of 5-2.
The final day of session, June 9, is typically reserved for potential veto override votes, though the Legislature may adjourn early if none are needed at that time.To allow time for any potential veto overrides, bills must be passed by June 2, the 89th legislative day. Bills not passed, debated, or indefinitely postponed by then will carry over to the 2026 Legislative Session, offering another opportunity for consideration.
