LB975

Adopt the Private Attorney Retention Sunshine Act

Introduced·1/12/26
Introduced Text

Nebraska LB975 establishes transparency and accountability for legal services contracts exceeding $10,000.

Nebraska LB975, known as the Private Attorney Retention Sunshine Act, aims to increase transparency and accountability in the use of taxpayer dollars for legal services. The act requires the Attorney General to file proposed contracts for legal services exceeding $10,000 with the Appropriations Committee or the Executive Board of the Legislative Council. It mandates public hearings and reports on these contracts, ensuring oversight and consideration of committee or board findings.

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Where it stands

Current
Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 20

1:30 PM

Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Hearing

History

Feb 10

Legislature

Notice of hearing for February 20, 2026

Jan 14

Legislature

Referred to Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee

Jan 13

Legislature

Kauth FA631 filed