Nebraska Economic Incentives: The Legislature advanced LB1165, the “Grow the Good Life Act,” creating new employer tax credits and grant programs and expanding existing incentive tools to help retain and attract workers, with emergency passage. Workforce & Business Stability: LB921 cleared final passage, setting 60-day layoff and business-closure notice rules for larger employers and adding related worker protections. Health Care Access: LB955 passed to expand pharmacist practice agreements with physician assistants, while LB958 passed to tighten how Nebraska approves Medicaid home- and community-based services waivers and to address doula reimbursement and other benefit rules. Ag & Competition Watch: Tyson’s additional beef plant closures are raising alarms about cattle market competition and potential pricing pressure for producers. Local Governance: LB1075 passed, creating a county/municipal finance database and updating village warrants and election procedures. Caregiving Relief: Nebraska’s Caregiver Tax Credit Act is now in effect, offering nonrefundable credits for eligible caregiving expenses like respite and home-care supports. Education Meals: LB966 adopted the Hunger-Free Schools Act to expand access to free school breakfasts and lunches. Healthcare Innovation: UNO’s NE3D 3D-innovation hub is launching with an $8 million NSF-backed grant to develop 3D-printed medical tools.