LB856

Adopt the Community Reinvestment and Equity Act, establish an excise tax, and create a fund and a grant program

Failed·4/17/26
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Nebraska LB856 proposes a five percent excise tax on businesses in qualified census tracts, funds a Community Reinvestment Fund, and establishes a.

Nebraska LB856 introduces a five percent excise tax on gas stations, convenience stores, and package liquor stores in qualified census tracts, starting January 1, 2027. The tax revenue will be deposited into the Community Reinvestment Fund, which will finance grants for community development initiatives. The Department of Economic Development will rate businesses annually based on community reinvestment efforts, with top-rated businesses gaining recognition and preference in federal funding.

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Calendar

Feb 18

1:30 PM

Revenue Hearing

History

Apr 17

Legislature

Indefinitely postponed

Feb 11

Legislature

Notice of hearing for February 18, 2026

Jan 12

Legislature

Referred to Revenue Committee