LB798

Change provisions relating to the composition of the planning commission of a city of the second class or village and allow a city of the second class to elect council members by ward

Complete·4/10/26

Nebraska LB798 amends city council election procedures and planning commission composition.

Nebraska LB798 modifies the election procedures for city councils in cities of the second class, allowing them to elect some council members by ward. It also changes the composition of planning commissions in cities of the first class, cities of the second class, and villages, specifying that they must consist of nine regular members. The bill allows for the appointment of alternate members to these commissions and outlines the terms and conditions for filling vacancies. Additionally, it repeals the original sections related to these provisions.

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Roll Call Votes

49 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jan 20

1:30 PM

Urban Affairs Hearing

History

Apr 10

Legislature

President/Speaker signed

Apr 10

Legislature

Presented to Governor on April 10, 2026

Apr 9

Legislature

Dispensing of reading at large approved