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Arts advocates press to preserve 1% for art program as LB445 evolves; LB560 clears committee to help creative districts
Summary
Nebraska Arts Council staff told members on March 12 they are monitoring LB445, which once included repeal language for the state—s 1% for art program, and that LB560 has advanced out of committee to free tourism cash funds for creative-district grants.
Nebraska Arts Council staff and allied advocates told the council on March 12 that they are closely tracking two bills at the State Legislature that could materially affect arts funding.
LB445: 1% for art language under negotiation
Staff reported that LB445, a broader construction-related bill, previously included a provision to repeal the state—s 1% for art program. Arts Council representatives and partners testified in opposition to that repeal and have been negotiating with the bill sponsor, Senator Von Gillern. Mike (staff) said the senator indicated he would supply an amendment and that discussions are ongoing about clarifying eligibility rules rather than outright repeal. “My goal is to do as little damage…
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