LB1195

Change requirements relating to female inmates of county jails and require county and city jails to comply with standards regarding cross-gender supervision and searches of inmates

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Nebraska LB1195 repeals requirements for female inmates in county jails and mandates cross-gender supervision and search standards.

Nebraska LB1195 repeals outdated requirements for female inmates in county jails and eliminates the role of jail matrons. It mandates that county and city jails comply with specific standards for cross-gender supervision and searches of inmates, ensuring more consistent and fair treatment.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

48 Yea

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1 Nay

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Calendar

Feb 5

1:30 PM

Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 17

Legislature

Approved by Governor on April 14, 2026

Apr 10

Legislature

President/Speaker signed

Apr 10

Legislature

Presented to Governor on April 10, 2026