LB984

Require both parties to be eighteen years of age or older for a marriage license

Failed·4/17/26
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Nebraska LB984 would require both parties to be eighteen years of age or older for a marriage license.

Nebraska LB984 amends the state's marriage license requirements to mandate that both parties must be eighteen years of age or older. The bill also revises the process for emancipation by a minor, including the court's duty to advise the minor of the consequences of emancipation. The bill repeals certain sections related to marriage licenses and emancipation, and it eliminates conditions allowing individuals to enlist in the military without parental consent.

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Calendar

Jan 29

1:30 PM

Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 17

Legislature

Indefinitely postponed

Jan 23

Legislature

Cavanaugh, J. name added

Jan 22

Legislature

Notice of hearing for January 29, 2026