Explainer · NE
Nebraska 2026 general election voter guide
Elections and votingA plain-language checklist for confirming election dates, registration, ballot choices and voting instructions in Nebraska.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskOct 5, 2026
Editors · Policy and legislation
The Ballot Nebraska Policy Desk
Legislation, budgets and ballot measures in Nebraska
The Policy Desk covers the bills, budgets and ballot measures moving through Nebraska, explained in plain language and sourced from public records.
21 stories published
Explainer · NE
Nebraska 2026 general election voter guide
Elections and votingNebraska voters should confirm key dates, registration details and their ballot before taking part in the 2026 general election.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 30, 2026
Candidate profile · NE
Candidate profile: Robert Evnen
Elections and votingRobert Evnen is a Republican incumbent, but his profile is not directly linked to a race or election.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 29, 2026
News · NE
Pillen announces 90-day diesel tax pause for agriculture
Economy and jobsNebraska agricultural producers are set to receive a temporary, 90-day pause on diesel taxes under an announcement from Gov. Jim Pillen.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 25, 2026
News · NE
Omaha council approves purchase of building on streetcar route
Elections and votingThe city can move ahead with acquiring a damaged building located along Omaha’s streetcar route.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 16, 2026
News · NE
Nebraska high court upholds medical cannabis vote
Elections and votingThe Nebraska Supreme Court’s ruling keeps the voter-approved medical cannabis policy in effect.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 15, 2026
News · NE
Sept. 15: GOP votes before session; cannabis rules delayed
Elections and votingNebraska Republicans held a pre-session vote on Sept. 15 as a separate delay affected the timetable for cannabis rules.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 15, 2026
News · NE
OPS proposes 8.2-cent levy increase after aid shortfall
Economy and jobsOmaha Public Schools would also draw nearly from reserves under its proposed 2026-2027 budget.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 14, 2026
News · NE
Nebraska court rejects challenge to medical marijuana law
Elections and votingThe Nebraska Supreme Court turned aside another challenge to the medical marijuana law approved by Nebraska voters.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 13, 2026
Candidate profile · NE
Edward Mr. Dunn seeks Nebraska U.S. Senate seat
Elections and votingRepublican Edward Mr. Dunn is among 11 candidates listed in Nebraska’s contested 2026 U.S. Senate general election.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 5, 2026
Candidate profile · NE
Candidate profile: Owen Nicholas Carlson
Elections and votingOwen Nicholas Carlson, listed with the label VET, is running for U.S. Senate in Nebraska’s contested 2026 general election.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskAug 25, 2026