Legislative Session Bill Tracker

This page provides information and updates on the 2026 Legislative Session bills relevant to the LGBTQIA+ community in Nebraska.

Note: these are not all the bills in Nebraska Legislation at the moment. Bills OutNebraska opposes are formatted with a large “X” symbol, and bills we support are formatted with a green checkmark symbol.

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Upcoming Event! LGBTQIA+ Legislative Day

Join us for a meaningful opportunity to come together in community, meet new friends, and learn about the issues shaping our state.

In a safe, supportive environment, you’ll gain insight into the legislative process and connect directly with your senators alongside others who share your commitment to a more inclusive Nebraska.

Monday, March 9th, 2026 from 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM in Lincoln, NE (click RSVP for more details)

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Upcoming Event! Speak Out Nebraska: Wrap-up

Join us on April 22nd, 2026 from 6:30-7:30pm!

As part of our legislative coverage, we’re hosting Speak Out Nebraska, our virtual event series to gather and discuss the 2026 legislative session.

Join us for the final event in the 2026 series. The agenda includes topics such as the final status of bills impacting the gay & trans community and ways to make your voice heard during the interim period.

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On the Floor (General File)

LB739
✅ Support
Adjusts name change requirements
A purple overlaid graphic of the Nebraska legislative chambers, with the words, LB732 "Opposed" over the image.
LB732
❌ Oppose
Bans access to medically necessary health care like puberty blockers & hormones for transgender Nebraskans under 19 years old
A purple overlaid graphic of the Nebraska legislative chambers, with the words, LB730 "Opposed" over the image.
LB730
❌ Oppose
Mandates discrimination against transgender Nebraskans in public schools and across state agencies

On the Floor (Select File)

No bills in this status right now.

On the Floor (Final Reading)

No bills in this status right now.

Waiting in Committee

LR316CA
✅ Support
Constitutional amendment to recognize the rights of people with disabilities to have access to public spaces and be integrated into public life
LB1089
✅ Support
Allows Nebraskans to turn to the courts if employers wrongly deny them paid sick leave
LR297CA
✅ Support
Constitutional amendment to approve a new requirement that would send any legislative changes to voter-passed initiatives back to voters before they take affect
LB906
✅ Support
Prohibit officers and agents (such as ICE) from wearing masks or facial coverings and require proper identification
LB925
❌ Oppose
Criminalizes homelessness in public parks and spaces
LB907
✅ Support
Prevent Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents (ICE) from entering community spaces
LB928
✅ Support
Allow for fictive kin placement when a child is placed in state custody
LR6CA
✅ Support
Constitutional amendment to recognize marriage regardless of gender and race
LR5CA
✅ Support
Constitutional amendment to remove prohibition against recognizing same-sex marriages
LB165
✅ Support
Authorize syringe services programs
LB655
❌ Oppose
Allows the denial of health care based on a "sincerely held" belief, enabling discrimination
LB552
❌ Oppose
Ban Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion offices, positions, and programming at public colleges & universities
LB549
❌ Oppose
Allow a school board to employ a chaplain, including in a volunteer capacity, at a school
LB541
❌ Oppose
Eliminate online voter registration and restrict early voting options
LB509
❌ Oppose
Adopt the Opportunity Scholarships Act that would give dollar-for-dollar tax credits to Nebraskans that donate to scholarships funds for private and faith-based schools
LB368
✅ Support
Establishes the Nebraska Youth in Care Bill of Rights
LB367
✅ Support
Prohibits conversion therapy
A purple overlaid graphic of the Nebraska legislative chambers, with the words, LB731 "Opposed" over the image.
LB731
❌ Oppose
Singles out health care for transgender people and treats it as uniquely harmful, despite being supported by major medical organizations

Passed

LB751
✅ Support
Requires reporting on missing Black women and children in Nebraska

Defeated

No bills in this status right now.

Withdrawn

No bills in this status right now.

Bills Introduced

LR301
❌ Oppose
Interim Study to examine whether affirming trans youth constitutes child abuse

Awaiting Hearing

No bills in this status right now.

Upcoming Hearing

No bills in this status right now.

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