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This resolution, passed by the One Hundred Ninth Legislature of Nebraska, Second Session, serves as a formal notice of intent to file articles of impeachment against Elizabeth O'Connor, a member of the University of Nebraska Board of Regents. The resolution cites O'Connor's involvement in a two-vehicle crash on May 21, 2025, where she was charged with driving under the influence (DUI) causing serious bodily injury, a felony offense. The Legislature is invoking its constitutional power of impeachment, as outlined in the Nebraska Constitution, which allows for the removal of civil officers for misdemeanors in office. The resolution first calls for O'Connor to resign her position immediately, and if she fails to do so, the Legislature will proceed with filing impeachment articles, which will be reviewed by the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee. Additionally, the resolution urges the Governor to fill O'Connor's seat if it becomes vacant, pending a future election. The Clerk of the Legislature is instructed to send a copy of this resolution to O'Connor.

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