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NE LB801

NE LB801
Adopt updates to building and energy codes


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Introduced
01/07/2026
In Committee
01/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
109th Legislature

Bill Summary

A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to buildings; to amend section 71-6403, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024, and section 71-6406, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2025; to adopt updates to building and energy codes; and to repeal the original sections.

AI Summary

This bill updates the state building code by adopting newer editions of several model building codes, including the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Residential Code (IRC), which are sets of standards for building construction and safety. Specifically, it references the 2024 editions of the IBC and IRC, replacing older 2018 editions for certain chapters, while retaining some exceptions and specific sections from the older editions. The bill also amends provisions related to local building codes, allowing counties, cities, and villages to adopt codes that generally conform to the state building code, and requires them to notify the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment if they modify specific chapters of the IBC or IRC. This legislation aims to ensure that building and energy codes are current and that local jurisdictions can adapt them to local conditions while maintaining overall safety and efficiency standards.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Urban Affairs Committee (Unicameral)

Last Action

Urban Affairs Hearing (13:30:00 1/20/2026 Room 1200) (on 01/20/2026)

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