Select and Special Committees
Select committees
Appointed for the purpose of carrying out procedural matters related to the legislative process and the operation of the Legislature as a state agency.
Special committees
Generally established by state law for a specific purpose, usually focused on providing some form of legislative oversight of a policy area.
Expanded Public Input Options
Nebraska’s unique Unicameral Legislature relies heavily on the “second house” – the citizens of the State of Nebraska. Ensuring that members of the public have the opportunity to have their voices heard is vital to the legislative process. The link below explains the ways for citizens to share their views on a bill, a gubernatorial appointment, an agency budget hearing, or an amendment scheduled for hearing with the Legislature.
