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NE LB1201
NE LB1201Provide for a grant program related to classroom libraries and engagement materials
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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
109th Legislature
Bill Summary
A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to schools; to amend sections 79-1021 and 79-2601, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska; to amend the uses of the Education Future Fund as prescribed; to amend the Nebraska Reading Improvement Act; to provide for a grant program related to classroom libraries and engagement materials as prescribed; to harmonize provisions; to repeal the original sections; and to declare an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a grant program to provide high-quality classroom libraries and monthly parent or caregiver engagement materials for elementary school students, specifically for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years, and amends the uses of the Education Future Fund to include funding for this program, as well as the Nebraska Reading Improvement Act, which is a law aimed at improving reading skills. Priority for these grants will be given to school districts that are classified as low-performing, have a high percentage of students from low-income backgrounds, or have a significant number of students identified with reading deficiencies. The program will involve tracking book circulation and student engagement, and the State Department of Education will report on its effectiveness by December 1, 2028, with an intent to appropriate up to one million dollars annually from the Education Future Fund for its implementation, covering costs for books, engagement materials, staffing, evaluation, and administrative expenses.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Education Hearing (13:30:00 2/10/2026 Room 1525) (on 02/10/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/bills/view_bill.php?DocumentID=63237 |
| Fiscal Note for LB1201 | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/FN/LB1201_20260209-131754.pdf |
| Analysis - Statement of Intent | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/SI/LB1201.pdf |
| Kauth FA861 | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/AM/FA861.pdf |
| BillText | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/Intro/LB1201.pdf |
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