LR256

Interim study to examine the trend of increasing numbers of Nebraska voters who register as nonpartisan and how these voters are restricted from fully participating in partisan primary elections for some statewide, federal, and local offices

Introduced·5/15/25
Introduced Text

Nebraska LR256 proposes an interim study on nonpartisan voter participation and restrictions in primary elections.

Nebraska LR256 directs the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee to conduct an interim study on the growing number of nonpartisan voters in Nebraska and their limited participation in partisan primary elections. The study will explore the trend, the impact of closed primaries on political competitiveness, and the public cost of administering these primaries. It will also consider reforms to ensure full and fair ballot access for nonpartisan voters in primary elections. The committee will report its findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or Legislature.

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Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee
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History

May 19, 2025

Legislature

Referred to Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee

May 15, 2025

Legislature

Date of introduction

May 15, 2025

Legislature

Referred to Executive Board