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NE LB843
NE LB843Require the Department of Health and Human Services to file a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program waiver for refugees and immigrants
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Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
109th Legislature
Bill Summary
A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; to amend section 68-1017.02, Revised Statutes Supplement, 2025; to require the Department of Health and Human Services to submit a waiver as prescribed; and to repeal the original section.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to submit a waiver request to the United States Department of Agriculture by October 1, 2026, and annually thereafter, to exempt refugees and immigrants from changes to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibility that were enacted by a federal law called Public Law 119-21. SNAP, formerly known as food stamps, is a federal program that provides food assistance benefits to low-income individuals and families. A waiver is a formal request to be excused from certain federal rules or requirements. This bill aims to ensure that refugees and immigrants can continue to receive SNAP benefits despite potential changes in eligibility rules.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Health and Human Services Hearing (13:30:00 2/19/2026 Room 1510) (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/bills/view_bill.php?DocumentID=63182 |
| Fiscal Note for LB843 | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/FN/LB843_20260218-125233.pdf |
| Analysis - Statement of Intent | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/SI/LB843.pdf |
| Kauth FA483 | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/AM/FA483.pdf |
| BillText | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/Intro/LB843.pdf |
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