StateNebraska

LR 423: Interim study to examine the issue of food insecurity for pregnant and postpartum women and their children in Nebraska

Victor RountreeHearing Scheduled

LR 423 status: Hearing Scheduled — Notice of hearing for September 17, 2026 (updated Jul 21, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score75/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactLow impact 20/100

Bill summary

Official

Interim study to examine the issue of food insecurity for pregnant and postpartum women and their children in Nebraska. Currently in Nebraska Legislature.

Key analysis

Constitutionality100%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion75%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct effect identified

Risks

  • No direct effect identified

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
55%

Benefits

  • May identify resource allocation efficiencies
  • Supports long-term economic stability through health outcomes

Risks

  • Incurs administrative costs for committee time and reporting

Society

Positive Outlook
70%

Benefits

  • Directly addresses food insecurity for vulnerable groups
  • Provides foundational data for future social programs

Risks

  • Does not provide immediate material relief or funding
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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

Introduced

Complete
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Committee

Current

Notice of hearing for September 17, 2026

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Floor

Upcoming
4

Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
5

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