In 2021 I passed LB 387. This bill exempted military retired pay from Nebraska state income tax. For decades thousands of retiring service members, many of them Nebraskans, did not come home because they could live in a state that did not tax their retired pay. I am happy to report I have heard from an increasing number of retiring service members who have told me they are coming home to the state they were born and raised in because of this bill. A senator does not often receive feedback from a bill passing that is as rewarding as this is. Causing this to happen is exactly why I introduced this bill.

Welcome to a new corner of your newspaper. For years, this column has been called “Capitol View” and for the past several years, it’s been written by J.L.

Brown County District Court was in session on May 14, 2024 with Judge Mark Kozisek presiding. The People were represented by Brown County Attorney Andy Taylor.

“Good Advice for the Graduates and Everyone” On Sunday, May 12th, seniors at Ainsworth Community Schools crossed the stage to get their diplomas. Many of these seniors spent time visiting residents at the Sandhills Care Center over the years.

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