State leaders rally behind LB 1261, hailing It as a historic step for Nebraska energy

Governor Jim Pillen joined state senators and public power leaders Tuesday morning to celebrate the passage of LB 1261, a new law aimed at shielding ratepayers from the costs of major industrial energy projects.

June 2, 2026Updated: June 2, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

State leaders rally behind LB 1261, hailing It as a historic step for Nebraska energy

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State leaders rally behind LB 1261, hailing It as a historic step for Nebraska energy

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State leaders rally behind LB 1261, hailing It as a historic step for Nebraska energy

Regional

Four injured in crash involving classic car in Stanton County

5 American cruise ship passengers leave Nebraska quarantine facility

8 transported to hospital after chlorine incident at Pawnee Plunge

Northeast Nebraska healthcare provider rebrands as Pender Community Health

State

State leaders rally behind LB 1261, hailing It as a historic step for Nebraska energy

Commissioner Miller to join Economic Development Corporation board

Mural artist celebrates youth participation

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