LB1171

Provide for certain claims relating to sewer systems under the Political Subdivisions Tort Claims Act

Failed·4/17/26
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Nebraska LB1171 amends the Political Subdivisions Tort Claims Act to allow claims for damages from sewer system backups caused by negligence.

Nebraska LB1171 amends the Political Subdivisions Tort Claims Act to allow property owners to file claims for damages if their private residences or buildings are damaged due to sewer system backups caused by the negligence of political subdivision employees or contractors. The governing body of the political subdivision must pay the claim within ninety days if the amount of damages is known and not in dispute. The bill also repeals the original section 13-901 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska.

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Calendar

Feb 19

1:30 PM

Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 17

Legislature

Indefinitely postponed

Feb 10

Legislature

Notice of hearing for February 19, 2026

Jan 23

Legislature

Referred to Judiciary Committee