LB1147

Require the Auditor of Public Accounts to investigate impoundment of funds by the Governor and submit a quarterly report

Failed·4/17/26
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Nebraska LB1147 mandates the Auditor of Public Accounts to investigate and report on any impoundment of funds by the Governor or executive branch.

Nebraska LB1147 requires the Auditor of Public Accounts to investigate complaints about the impoundment of funds by the Governor or any executive branch official. The Auditor must submit a quarterly report detailing the impoundment, including the amount, dates, duration, affected department, reasons, and fiscal impacts. Complaints can be filed by legislators, state agencies, or eligible recipients of public funds. The bill declares an emergency, meaning it would take effect immediately upon passage.

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Calendar

Feb 18

1:30 PM

Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Hearing

History

Apr 17

Legislature

Indefinitely postponed

Feb 10

Legislature

Notice of hearing for February 18, 2026

Jan 23

Legislature

Cavanaugh, J. name added