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Bill would remove legislative confirmation for Nebraska Arts Council appointees, sponsor says it would save hearing time
Summary
Senator Rick Holcroft introduced LB 356 to remove the Legislature’s confirmation role for Nebraska Arts Council members, saying the change would reduce administrative burden; senators questioned whether removing confirmation reduces legislative oversight over a grant‑making body.
Senator Rick Holcroft introduced LB 356 during an Executive Board hearing, saying the bill would eliminate the requirement that the Legislature confirm gubernatorial appointees to the Nebraska Arts Council.
“Established in 1974 by the legislature, it is overseen by a 15 member board appointed by the governor to 3 year terms,”…
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