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Merv Riepe (Senate District 12)

State Senator

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LB 475

NE LEGISLATURE

Classify tianeptine as a controlled substance

109th Legislature (2025-2026)
Introduced by Merv Riepe,

LB 475 classifies tianeptine as a controlled substance, regulating its use and distribution to reduce abuse risks while ensuring legitimate patient access through prescriptions.

Motion to suspend rules to indefinitely postpone withdrawn
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LB 556

BILL

Change jurisdiction of juvenile courts and adult criminal courts and change provisions relating to detention and hearings under the Nebraska Juvenile Code

109th Legislature (2025-2026)
Introduced by Merv Riepe,

LB 556 reforms Nebraska's juvenile justice by shifting case jurisdiction, promoting alternatives to detention, and improving hearing procedures for minors.

Provisions/portions of LB556 amended into LB530 by AM1238
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LB 553

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Change provisions of the Rural Health Systems and Professional Incentive Act

109th Legislature (2025-2026)
Introduced by Merv Riepe,

LB 553 boosts rural healthcare by offering incentives for providers to work in underserved areas, improving access and support for local facilities and training programs.

Provisions/portions of LB553 amended into LB312 by AM591
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LB 555

BILL

Provide for assistant funeral directors under the Funeral Directing and Embalming Practice Act

109th Legislature (2025-2026)
Introduced by Bob Hallstrom, Merv Riepe,

LB 555 formalizes the role of assistant funeral directors, enhancing service quality and compliance while addressing workforce needs in the funeral industry.

Provisions/portions of LB555 amended into LB332 by AM729
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LB 242

BILL

Change the Property Tax Growth Limitation Act and the School District Property Tax Relief Act and change provisions relating to budget limitations, municipal occupation taxes, and property tax statements

109th Legislature (2025-2026)
Introduced by Merv Riepe,

LB 242 reforms property tax rules, giving municipalities more budget flexibility and supporting school districts, enhancing local governance and taxpayer clarity.

Provisions/portions of LB242 amended into LB647 by AM1202
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