StateNebraska

LB 444: Require certain minimum uninsured and underinsured insurance coverage for certain motor carriers

George DunganIntroduced

LB 444 status: Introduced — Indefinitely postponed (updated Apr 17, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score60/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 40/100

Bill summary

Official

Require certain minimum uninsured and underinsured insurance coverage for certain motor carriers. Currently in Nebraska Legislature.

Key analysis

Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion65%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct environmental impact identified

Risks

  • No direct environmental impact identified

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
45%

Benefits

  • Increases financial security for accident victims
  • Standardizes coverage requirements across the industry

Risks

  • May increase insurance premiums for motor carriers
  • Potential for higher operational costs

Society

Positive Outlook
60%

Benefits

  • Improves financial protection for individuals involved in accidents with motor carriers
  • Reduces personal financial exposure in uninsured/underinsured motorist scenarios

Risks

  • May lead to price increases for transport services if passed to consumers
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

OpenStates summary

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Limitation

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Indefinitely postponed

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Committee

Upcoming
3

Floor

Upcoming
4

Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
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