Catch up on crucial legislative updates so far. We’re deep into full-day floor debate, and the pace is only picking up. Soon we’ll move into late-night debate, meaning longer hours and higher stakes as we take up the most high-profile and consequential bills of session.
The 2025 legislative session is officially underway, and with 17 new senators joining the Legislature, we have a unique opportunity for a fresh start. This year’s session is about more than just new faces—it’s a chance to refocus our agenda on the issues that truly matter to everyday Nebraskans.
This Thursday, July 25th, the Legislature will convene during a special session to our state's critically high property taxes. This special session is a critical moment for our state, and the stakes are high. We are facing unattainable promises made with no feasible plan to achieve them, especially when the Governor has explicitly excluded major items like expanding our tax base through legalizing marijuana or adjusting income tax brackets so that the wealthy pay their fair share. Nebraskans deserve solutions that are practical and sustainable, not empty promises that jeopardize our future.
As the 2024 legislative session drew to a close on April 18th, I found myself reflecting on the whirlwind of activity and progress we achieved together. From the halls of the Capitol to the grassroots advocacy in our communities, it's been a session marked by victories, challenges, and the enduring spirit of Nebraskans striving for a better future.