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This bill modifies Nebraska's laws regarding veterans' employment preferences for both public and private employers. The bill expands and clarifies definitions of key terms like "servicemember," "veteran," and "preference eligible," which now include not just veterans but also spouses of veterans with 100% disability ratings or who were killed in the line of duty. For public sector employment, the bill adds provisions that extend veterans' preferences to reassignments and transfers, and requires that when veterans' preference is applied, it must be applied equally among eligible candidates. The bill also standardizes documentation requirements, mandating that veterans or their spouses provide specific forms like the DD Form 214 or disability verification when claiming preference. For private employers, the bill allows them to voluntarily adopt veterans' preference policies, which must be in writing and applied uniformly, and requires employers to notify the Commissioner of Labor if they implement such a policy. Importantly, the bill clarifies that these veterans' preference policies do not violate equal employment opportunity laws. The changes aim to provide more comprehensive support and recognition for veterans and their families in the employment context.

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