On Monday, June 2, the Nebraska Legislature concluded its 2025 Session earlier than planned, marking the end of the 89th day in a 90-Day session. This early adjournment was made possible by Governor Jim Pillen's assurance that he would not veto any remaining bills, eliminating the need for a final day dedicated to potential veto overrides.
Throughout the session, lawmakers successfully passed 204 bills. Additionally, provisions from 113 other bills were incorporated into legislation that ultimately became law. A significant achievement of this session was the adoption of a balanced two-year budget. Initially facing a projected $432 million deficit, the Legislature worked diligently to address fiscal challenges, resulting in a budget that closed the gap.
Speaker John Arch expressed his gratitude to fellow senators for their dedication and long hours, particularly acknowledging the freshman class completing their first legislative session. 'Now you know what it means to be a part of the Legislature, a very challenging and rewarding experience,' he shared with colleagues on the final day just prior to adjourning Sine Die. Looking ahead, Speaker Arch identified the state budget as the primary challenge for the upcoming 2026 Session.
