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NE LB858

NE LB858
Restrict funding for elections under the Election Act


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Introduced
01/06/2022
In Committee
01/10/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/20/2022

Introduced Session

107th Legislature

Bill Summary

A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to the Election Act; to amend section 32-101, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2020; to restrict funding for elections; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original section.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Election Act to restrict the funding of elections. Specifically, it requires that elections conducted under the Act be funded only by appropriations from the federal government, the State of Nebraska, or a political subdivision, and prohibits the Secretary of State, election commissioners, and county clerks from soliciting, accepting, or using any grants or donations from private entities for election preparation, administration, or conduct. The bill makes an exception to allow the acceptance of in-kind contributions of food or beverages for election workers and the use of public or private buildings without charge or for a reduced fee for election purposes.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Provisions/portions of LB858 amended into LB843 by AM2075 (on 04/20/2022)

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