LB784

Change residency requirements for sheriffs in certain counties, requirements for uniforms for sheriffs and deputies, and continuing education requirements for law enforcement officers

Final Passage·3/23/26

Nebraska LB784 modifies residency requirements for sheriffs, mandates uniforms, and sets continuing education for law enforcement officers.

Nebraska LB784 alters residency requirements for sheriffs in certain counties, requiring them to reside in the county or an adjoining county when holding office. It also mandates that sheriffs appointed after November 1986 must possess a law enforcement officer certificate. Additionally, the bill introduces continuing education requirements for law enforcement officers, including de-escalation, mental health, and substance abuse training, anti-bias training, officer wellness, and vehicular pursuit policies.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 48–0 · Mar 23
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

N
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

48 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

N

Calendar

Feb 11

1:30 PM

Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 9

Legislature

Dispensing of reading at large approved

Apr 9

Legislature

Passed on Final Reading 48-0-1

Mar 30

Legislature

Placed on Final Reading