LB979

Change provisions of the Game Law and the State Boat Act

Complete·4/17/26

Nebraska LB979 amends Game Law and State Boat Act provisions, including fees, permits, and penalties.

Nebraska LB979 amends the Game Law and State Boat Act, affecting hunting and fishing permits, fees, and penalties. It allows the Game and Parks Commission to issue electronic licenses, permits, and stamps, and sets fees for various permits, including deer, antelope, elk, and mountain sheep. The bill also establishes funds for habitat, aquatic habitat, and game breeding and controlled shooting areas. Penalties are outlined for violations of rules and regulations. Additionally, it revises motorboat registration requirements and fees, including aquatic invasive species stamps.

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

37 Yea

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10 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Jan 22

1:30 PM

Natural Resources Hearing

History

Apr 17

Legislature

Approved by Governor on April 14, 2026

Apr 17

Legislature

Provisions/portions of LB1232 amended into LB979 by AM2331

Apr 9

Legislature

Dispensing of reading at large approved