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LB 522: Change provisions relating to the date when compensation begins and provide for cost-of-living adjustments under the Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Act

Dunixi GuerecaIntroduced

LB 522 status: Introduced — Indefinitely postponed (updated Apr 17, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score50/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 40/100

Bill summary

Official

Change provisions relating to the date when compensation begins and provide for cost-of-living adjustments under the Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Act. Currently in Nebraska Legislature.

Key analysis

Constitutionality75%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion60%
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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

  • Potential for increased purchasing power for injured workers via COLA

Risks

  • Potential for increased insurance premiums for employers

Society

Positive Outlook
60%

Benefits

  • Improved financial support for injured workers
  • Streamlined compensation start dates

Risks

  • Concerns regarding long-term solvency of compensation funds
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

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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
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Floor

Upcoming
4

Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
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