Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-256 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-256
View Statute 72-256
Status: in_force

The appraised value of any state lands exchanged under sections 72-253 to 72-255 shall not be less than seven dollars per acre, and the appraised value of the United States land received therefor shall correspond to this requirement.

Laws 1917, c. 212, § 4, p. 520;

C.S.1922, § 5214;

C.S.1929, § 72-234;

R.S.1943, § 72-256.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-272 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-272
View Statute 72-272
Status: in_force

The board may authorize agreements for the use of any school or public lands belonging to the state and under its control for exploration and development of wind energy or solar energy for such durations and under such terms and conditions as the board shall deem appropriate, except that such agreements shall comply with sections 66-901 to 66-914 . In making such determinations, the board shall consider comparable arrangements involving other lands similarly situated and any other relevant factors bearing upon such agreements.

Laws 2010, LB235, § 3;

Laws 2012, LB828, § 13.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-302 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-302
View Statute 72-302
Status: in_force

Any person or association of persons, corporate or otherwise, desiring to obtain the right to prospect for and develop the minerals or valuable substances upon or in any of the public lands or waters of the state, except oil and gas, may do so under the provisions of sections 72-301 to 72-314 . It shall be unlawful to prospect upon or in any of such public lands or waters without a lease or for anyone to interfere with the functions and duties of the state surveys having in charge the investigations of the natural resources of the state. The Conservation and Survey Division of the University of Nebraska at the request of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds shall make investigations and reports concerning state lands.

Laws 1918, Thirty-sixth Spec. Sess., c. 7, § 2, p. 43;

C.S.1922, § 5220;

C.S.1929, § 72-302;

Laws 1943, c. 164, § 14, p. 584;

R.S.1943, § 72-302;

Laws 1969, c. 592, § 1, p. 2444;

Laws 1974, LB 811, § 17;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 44.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-418 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-418
View Statute 72-418
Status: in_force

The county attorney of the county in which the board operates shall act as legal advisor for the board without extra compensation; Provided, the board may employ from time to time for special pieces of legal work additional counsel, whenever it deems such employment necessary for the administration of its affairs and business.

Laws 1941, c. 148, § 9, p. 586;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-419;

R.S.1943, § 72-418.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-1108.32 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 81-1108.32
81-1108.32
Status: in_force

The Nebraska Capitol Commission is hereby created. The commission shall consist of the Governor, the Speaker of the Legislature, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, the dean of the College of Architecture at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the Director of the Nebraska State Historical Society, and three other residents of Nebraska appointed by the Governor. One appointive member shall be appointed from each congressional district. The terms of the appointive members shall be staggered so that one term expires on March 1, 1994, one term expires on March 1, 1995, and one term expires on March 1, 1996. As the terms of the appointive members expire, the Governor shall, on or before March 1 of each year, appoint or reappoint a member of the commission for a term of three years to succeed the member whose term expires. Any member appointed after March 1 shall serve for the remaining portion of the three-year term.

The Governor shall serve as the chairperson of the Nebraska Capitol Commission, the Speaker of the Legislature shall serve as the vice-chairperson of the commission, and the State Capitol Administrator or his or her representative shall serve as the nonvoting secretary of the commission.

In the absence of the Governor, he or she may designate the Lieutenant Governor as his or her representative. In the absence of the Speaker of the Legislature, he or she may designate the chairperson of the Executive Board of the Legislative Council or the Clerk of the Legislature as his or her representative. In the absence of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, he or she may designate the State Court Administrator as his or her representative. Representatives of the Governor, the Speaker of the Legislature, and the Chief Justice shall have full voting privileges for the meeting in attendance.

The members of such commission shall be reimbursed for expenses while away from home engaged in the performance of their duties as members of the commission as provided in sections 81-1174 to 81-1177 .

Laws 1949, c. 211, § 1, p. 601;

Laws 1965, c. 440, § 1, p. 1396;

R.R.S.1943, § 72-716;

Laws 1974, LB 1048, § 23;

Laws 1981, LB 204, § 189;

Laws 1993, LB 311, § 4;

Laws 1999, LB 297, § 1;

Laws 2004, LB 439, § 25;

Laws 2005, LB 684, § 4;

Laws 2008, LB752, § 1;

Laws 2012, LB1116, § 1;

Laws 2020, LB381, § 109.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-1108.28 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 81-1108.28
81-1108.28
Status: in_force

The Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Correctional Services are authorized to furnish and to enter into agreements with the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska to furnish a supply of electric current to the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska at the line now maintained, or hereafter constructed, between the electric power plant at the University of Nebraska and the State Capitol, which power shall be furnished by the electric power plant located at the Department of Correctional Services adult correctional facility, except that such electrical service to the Board of Regents shall be furnished only if the same may be generated and furnished without impairment or reduction of the power necessary to proper and efficient operation of state buildings and institutions dependent upon the Department of Correctional Services adult correctional facility power plant.

Laws 1949, c. 216, § 3, p. 614;

Laws 1973, LB 563, § 11;

R.R.S.1943, § 72-710.02;

Laws 1974, LB 1048, § 19;

Laws 1996, LB 1044, § 864.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2214 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2214
View Statute 72-2214
Status: in_force

The administrator, with the advice of the commission, shall establish policies and guidelines for the implementation of the approved Capitol Landscape Restoration Master Plan on and around the capitol grounds, for site development in and around the State Capitol and capitol grounds, and for use of the State Capitol's preservation and adaptive-use spaces, including the adoption of a document of standards.

Laws 2004, LB 439, § 14.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1405 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1405
View Statute 72-1405
Status: in_force

(1) Any agreement entered into between the state and a municipality pursuant to the provisions of sections 72-1401 to 72-1408 shall contain provisions specifying the following:

(a) The dates of commencement and termination of the agreement; Provided, that the duration of any such agreement from such commencement date, together with all extensions or renewals thereof, shall not exceed fifty years;

(b) The particular building or facility or portions thereof to which such agreement pertains;

(c) Whether the building or facility shall be used exclusively by the state or in part by the state and in part by other public bodies;

(d) The respective obligations of the parties to the agreement with respect to the construction, acquisition, furnishing and equipping and operation and maintenance of the building or facility;

(e) The allocation between the parties to the agreement of the costs of operation and maintenance and of utilities of such building or facility. In the event that the state is the sole user of such building or facility or is the occupier of the largest amount of space in such building or the primary user of the facility, such agreement may provide that all costs of operation and maintenance of the building or facility shall be at the expense of the state, in which event, if the state is not the sole user and occupier of the building or facility, the agreement shall provide for reimbursement to the state for proportionate costs of operation and maintenance supplied by the state to the other users and occupiers of the building or facility;

(f) The apportionment of all other costs to the parties thereto and the payments to be made by the state to the municipality for the use by the state of such building or facility or portion thereof. The computation of such costs and payments may reflect and include such items as would customarily be included by private parties entering into similar agreements for similar types of buildings and facilities, such as, but not limited to, indebtedness incurred with respect to such building or facility and reserves therefor, insurance, assessments and taxes or payments in lieu of taxes;

(g) Increasing the amount of costs allocated to the parties thereunder and the amount of the payments to be made by the state to the municipality thereunder in the event the items entered into in determining the costs to the parties thereunder and the payments by the state to the municipality thereunder shall be increased during the duration of such agreement and for credits or reimbursements by the parties thereto in the event of decreases in any such items, it being the intent of sections 72-1401 to 72-1408 that neither the state nor the municipality shall derive credit, profit or surplus by reason of the supplying by such municipality to the state of buildings or facilities or portions thereof, but that the cost to the state for the supplying by the municipality of such building or facility or portion thereof shall be at cost to the municipality;

(h) Permitting the occupancy or use of such building or facility or portion thereof by any officer, board, department, bureau or agency of the state so long as the use or occupancy thereof is consistent with the type and nature of such building or facility, it being the intention of sections 72-1401 to 72-1408 that the state may vary the use or occupancy of the building or facility or portion thereof from one officer, board, bureau, agency or department of the state to another in accordance with the interests of the state; and

ncy of the state so long as the use or occupancy thereof is consistent with the type and nature of such building or facility, it being the intention of sections 72-1401 to 72-1408 that the state may vary the use or occupancy of the building or facility or portion thereof from one officer, board, bureau, agency or department of the state to another in accordance with the interests of the state; and

(i) If the state is the sole user and occupier of the building or facility, or is the occupier of the largest amount of space in the building or facility or the primary user of the facility, granting the state an option to purchase such building or facility so long as the state shall continue to be such occupier or user. Such purchase price shall be established by the parties in the agreement and may be based on depreciated value or such other standard as the parties thereto may agree, and may include provision for any payment of damages which may be occasioned by the municipality upon the exercise by the state of such purchase option; Provided, that it shall be specified in such agreement that such purchase price shall be recomputed at the time of any exercise of the purchase option so that no gain or loss results to the municipality by reason of the exercise of such option by the state.

(2) Any such agreement may contain provisions as to the following:

(a) Type of insurance to be carried and whether such insurance shall be carried by the state or municipality, and the rights and obligations of the parties in the event of damage or destruction in whole or in part of such building or facility;

(b) Provision for indemnification to the municipality by the state for any liability incurred by the municipality by reason of the actions of the state, and for indemnification to the state by the municipality for any liability incurred by the state by reason of the actions of the municipality;

(c) In the event that the municipality is the occupier of the larger amount of space in the building or the primary user of the facility, granting to the municipality the right to terminate the agreement prior to the date of termination stated therein, upon such notice as is specified in such agreement, in the event the municipality determines that the space occupied by the state, or the full use of the facility thereof by the municipality, are required by the municipality in order to carry out its purposes;

(d) The rights and obligations of the parties thereto in the event of condemnation in whole or in part of such building or facility; and

(e) Any other matters deemed necessary or proper by the parties thereto.

Any agreement entered into pursuant to this section may be in the form of a lease agreement or agreement to lease and, subject to the provisions of section 72-1406 , may contain provisions similar to those customarily found in a lease between private parties or customarily found in a lease between parties for buildings or facilities similar to the type of building or facility to which the agreement between the state and municipality shall pertain.

Laws 1967, c. 464, § 5, p. 1438.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1278 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1278
View Statute 72-1278
Status: in_force

The Nebraska Investment Council shall enter into a contract with a qualified independent organization familiar with similar state investment offices to complete a comprehensive review of the current statutory, regulatory, and organizational situation of the council, review best practices of similar state investment offices, and make recommendations to the council, the Governor, and the Legislature for changes needed to ensure that the council has adequate authority to independently execute its fiduciary responsibilities to the members and beneficiaries of the retirement systems, the achieving a better life experience program pursuant to sections 77-1401 to 77-1409 , and the Nebraska educational savings plan trust and the residents of Nebraska with regards to other state funds. The recommendations submitted to the Legislature shall be submitted electronically.

Laws 2008, LB1147, § 18;

Laws 2012, LB782, § 131;

Laws 2019, LB33, § 3.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-232 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-232
View Statute 72-232
Status: in_force

The Board of Educational Lands and Funds shall have authority to adopt such rules and regulations as it shall deem necessary in the leasing of school lands and to prescribe such terms and conditions of the lease, not inconsistent with sections 72-205 , 72-232 to 72-235 , 72-240.02 to 72-240.05 , and 72-242 , as it shall deem necessary to protect the interests of the state. The board shall adopt and enforce a soil conservation program. Failure of the lessee to utilize the land for the purpose for which the land was leased or to observe and carry out soil conservation requirements as provided in the rules and regulations of the board shall be cause for cancellation of the lease.

Laws 1899, c. 69, § 15, p. 306;

R.S.1913, § 5861;

C.S.1922, § 5197;

C.S.1929, § 72-217;

Laws 1935, c. 163, § 10, p. 602;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-217;

Laws 1943, c. 159, § 1(1), p. 570;

R.S.1943, § 72-232;

Laws 1947, c. 235, § 3, p. 744;

Laws 1961, c. 349, § 1, p. 1108;

Laws 1965, c. 438, § 1, p. 1391;

Laws 1974, LB 894, § 1;

Laws 1993, LB 121, § 457;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 23;

Laws 2021, LB528, § 13.

Under former law, leasing of more than six hundred forty acres of school land to one person is prohibited unless such person owns or operates land on two sides of school land to be leased. Kidder v. Wright, 177 Neb. 222, 128 N.W.2d 683 (1964).

Under former law, leasing of more than six hundred forty acres of school land to one person is prohibited unless such person owns or operates land on two sides of school land to be leased. Kidder v. Wright, 177 Neb. 222, 128 N.W.2d 683 (1964).

With specified exceptions, no person is permitted to hold under lease more than six hundred forty acres of school land. State v. Kidder, 173 Neb. 130, 112 N.W.2d 759 (1962).

With specified exceptions, no person is permitted to hold under lease more than six hundred forty acres of school land. State v. Kidder, 173 Neb. 130, 112 N.W.2d 759 (1962).

Under former law, all unsold school lands were subject to lease at an annual rental of six percent of the appraised value. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).

Under former law, all unsold school lands were subject to lease at an annual rental of six percent of the appraised value. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).

Where a contract for lease of a tract of school lands has been created through application to the county treasurer, and by mistake a later application by another for the same tract is accepted, a writ of mandamus to compel execution of a lease cannot be issued to the second claimant though he has complied with all conditions precedent. State ex rel. O'Brien v. Board of Commissioners of Educational Lands and Funds, 116 Neb. 261, 216 N.W. 818 (1927).

Where a contract for lease of a tract of school lands has been created through application to the county treasurer, and by mistake a later application by another for the same tract is accepted, a writ of mandamus to compel execution of a lease cannot be issued to the second claimant though he has complied with all conditions precedent. State ex rel. O'Brien v. Board of Commissioners of Educational Lands and Funds, 116 Neb. 261, 216 N.W. 818 (1927).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1305 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1305
View Statute 72-1305
Status: in_force

Applications to lease any such publicly owned farm lands shall be made to the department, commission, or board having charge thereof. Each such application shall contain an affidavit that the applicant desires to lease and operate such land for the applicant's own use and benefit, that the applicant will not sublease or otherwise dispose of the same without the written approval of the department, commission, or board, and will commit no waste or damage on the land nor permit others to do so. If two or more applicants apply to lease the same land, the department, commission, or board having charge of the same shall grant the lease to the applicant who, after investigation or hearing, appears to have the best qualifications according to the rules and regulations of such department, commission, or board; Provided, that the order of the filing of the application shall be given no consideration in the granting of such lease. Each application shall be accompanied by the amount due as rental for the first year for which the application is made. If, after due diligence and effort to lease such land upon application, the department, commission, or board is unable to lease part or all of the same according to its rules and regulations, it may at a stated time and after due notice receive sealed bids on a fixed cash rental basis and lease such land on the highest offer if, in the judgment of such department, commission, or board, it is for the best interest of the state to accept such bid.

Laws 1967, c. 461, § 5, p. 1432;

Laws 1969, c. 597, § 2, p. 2451.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-801 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-801
View Statute 72-801
Status: in_force

Any public building that is erected or repaired and for which an appropriation is made by the Legislature shall be constructed or repaired in a complete manner within the limits of such appropriation. Except as provided in sections 72-811 to 72-818 and 79-11,109 , no building shall be changed or diverted from the use or purpose, kind, or class of building from that for which the appropriation was originally made.

Laws 1911, c. 131, § 1, p. 441;

R.S.1913, § 5891;

C.S.1922, § 5258;

C.S.1929, § 72-1001;

R.S.1943, § 72-801;

Laws 1973, LB 547, § 1;

Laws 1992, LB 1241, § 4;

Laws 1995, LB 567, § 2;

Laws 1996, LB 900, § 1059;

Laws 1998, Spec. Sess., LB 1, § 5;

Laws 1999, LB 813, § 4.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1406 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1406
View Statute 72-1406
Status: in_force

It shall be a condition precedent to any agreement entered into pursuant to the provisions of sections 72-1401 to 72-1408 , whether or not such condition be specified in any such agreement, that the state shall incur no liability under such agreement unless an appropriation shall have been made by the Legislature for the payment of any sums to become due and payable by the state under such agreement, in which event the state shall be liable thereunder only for the period for which an appropriation has been lawfully made, and that the continued effectiveness of such agreement shall be subject to the condition that appropriations shall be made from time to time by the Legislature for the payment of any sums to become due and payable by the state thereunder thereafter, in which event the state shall be liable thereunder only for the respective period or periods for which such an appropriation or appropriations have been lawfully made. In the event that the Legislature shall fail prior to the commencement of the term of the agreement to make an appropriation for the payment of sums which would otherwise become due and payable by the state thereunder, the effectiveness of the agreement shall thereupon immediately terminate, or in the event that the Legislature shall fail thereafter to make appropriations for the payment of sums which would otherwise become due and payable thereunder by the state, such agreement shall immediately terminate upon the last day of any period for which an appropriation has been lawfully made by the Legislature. The provisions of this section shall not prohibit the entering into of any agreement authorized by sections 72-1401 to 72-1408 prior to the making of any such appropriation, but the state shall not incur any liability thereunder thereby.

Laws 1967, c. 464, § 6, p. 1441.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-724 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-724
View Statute 72-724
Status: in_force

(1) There is hereby created a Nebraska Hall of Fame Commission, which shall consist of seven members, six of whom shall be appointed by the Governor. The Director of the Nebraska State Historical Society shall be the seventh member of the commission and shall serve as secretary of the commission. The Governor shall appoint no more than three members of the commission from the same political party. The Governor shall consider gender and ethnic diversity and the person's appreciation for the history and culture of the state when making the appointments. In making the initial appointments of the commission, the Governor shall appoint two members for a term of two years, two members for a term of four years, and two members for a term of six years. As the terms of the members expire, the Governor shall appoint or reappoint a member of the commission for a term of six years to succeed the member whose term expires. The members shall serve without compensation. The Governor shall be an ex officio member of the commission.

(2) The Nebraska State Historical Society shall be responsible for the administration of the Nebraska Hall of Fame Commission.

Laws 1961, c. 355, § 1, p. 1118;

Laws 1998, LB 1129, § 3;

Laws 2005, LB 37, § 1.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2010 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2010
View Statute 72-2010
Status: in_force

The Niobrara Council shall review and approve or reject all zoning regulations, including existing regulations, new regulations, proposed regulations, and variances of any type including variances for use and location, which affect land in the Niobrara scenic river corridor that is not incorporated within the boundaries of a municipality. If the council rejects a zoning regulation or variance, the governing body enacting the regulation or variance has six months to present an alternative to the council. If no alternative is proposed or if the alternative is also rejected, the council may adopt zoning regulations for such area. In counties without zoning the council may develop and enforce zoning regulations within the Niobrara scenic river corridor under the guidance of the federal Wild and Scenic Rivers Act or under the guidance of the general management plan as written by the National Park Service. The council shall follow the requirements for zoning regulations in sections 23-114 to 23-114.05 and 23-164 to 23-174.10 , except that no separate planning commission is required and the council shall fulfill the duties of both the county board and the planning commission in such sections.

Laws 2000, LB 1234, § 6;

Laws 2002, LB 1003, § 45.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-701.06 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-701.06
View Statute 72-701.06
Status: in_force

The provisions of sections 72-701.01 to 72-701.06 , in the event they shall be employed, shall control and take precedence over any provision of any other law to the contrary or in conflict therewith; Provided, that nothing herein shall be construed as contravening, suspending, or otherwise affecting the provisions of the Constitution of Nebraska or general laws of this state relating to the permanent relocation of the seat of state government.

Laws 1959, c. 332, § 6, p. 1209.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-1108.38 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 81-1108.38
81-1108.38
Status: in_force

(1) It shall be the duty of the Nebraska Capitol Commission to provide advice to the Office of the Nebraska Capitol Commission in carrying out this section. The office shall (a) establish policies and guidelines for the implementation of the approved Capitol Landscape Restoration Master Plan on and around the capitol grounds, (b) participate with the commission created pursuant to section 90-306 to (i) formulate a landscape restoration plan for all other state-owned property within the Nebraska State Capitol Environs District and (ii) conserve, protect, and enhance the environs and vistas of the State Capitol, and (c) review the proposed construction and repairs of buildings in and around the State Capitol and all other state-owned property located within the Nebraska State Capitol Environs District. The office, with the advice of the Nebraska Capitol Commission, may adopt and promulgate rules and regulations to carry out this subsection.

(2) The commission shall hold meetings on a quarterly basis or as needed. The commission shall meet at least annually with the Nebraska State Capitol Environs Commission to discuss and coordinate projects that may impact the capitol and its environs. The meeting with the Nebraska State Capitol Environs Commission may be held in conjunction with one of the meetings of the Nebraska Capitol Commission required by this subsection.

(3) In addition to any other rights and powers conferred upon the commission, it shall monitor and advise the State Building Administrator in exercising the power of eminent domain on behalf of the state for the purpose of acquiring sites or buildings for state use. The administrator may for such purpose take, hold, and condemn for the state any and all necessary property. The procedure to condemn property shall be exercised in the manner set forth in sections 76-701 to 76-726 .

Laws 1949, c. 211, § 3, p. 601;

Laws 1955, c. 279, § 1, p. 883;

Laws 1965, c. 440, § 2, p. 1397;

Laws 1967, c. 469, § 1, p. 1462;

R.R.S.1943, § 72-718;

Laws 1974, LB 1048, § 29;

Laws 1993, LB 311, § 6;

Laws 1999, LB 297, § 2;

Laws 2004, LB 439, § 26.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1252 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1252
View Statute 72-1252
Status: in_force

The available money from the General Fund and each board, commission, department, agency, or official charged with the control of any other state funds shall be invested by the state investment officer. On a monthly basis the state investment officer shall notify the Department of Administrative Services and the State Treasurer as to the earned income to be credited pursuant to section 72-1248 .

Laws 1969, c. 584, § 16, p. 2355;

Laws 2003, LB 149, § 3.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-902 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-902
View Statute 72-902
Status: in_force

All oil and gas leases issued hereunder shall be for terms not to exceed ten years, and as long thereafter as oil or gas is produced in paying quantities from the land covered thereby. Such leases shall also provide for annual delay rentals of not less than fifty cents per acre of land leased. If two or more parties desire to lease the same land, the representatives of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds present at the offering shall accept bids from all or any parties, and the board may grant a lease to the person, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation that would pay for a lease contract on the land the greatest amount of such bonus. Lands shall be leased in as compact bodies as the form and area of the tracts subject to lease will permit. No lease shall embrace noncontiguous subdivisions of land unless such subdivision shall be within an area comprising not more than one square mile.

Laws 1943, c. 164, § 2, p. 580;

R.S.1943, § 72-902;

Laws 1959, c. 333, § 1, p. 1211;

Laws 1978, LB 802, § 1;

Laws 1993, LB 121, § 459.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1246 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1246
View Statute 72-1246
Status: in_force

The state investment officer shall invest in investments of the nature which individuals of prudence, discretion, and intelligence acquire or retain in dealing with the property of another, and if the state investment officer has special skills or is named on the basis of representations of special skills or expertise, he or she is under a duty to use such skills, subject to the direction of the Nebraska Investment Council.

Laws 1969, c. 584, § 10, p. 2352;

Laws 1971, LB 152, § 1;

Laws 1974, LB 396, § 2;

Laws 1981, LB 460, § 1;

Laws 2002, LB 407, § 19.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1261 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1261
View Statute 72-1261
Status: in_force

It is hereby declared that the lending of money is an activity which affects the economic conditions of the State of Nebraska, that Nebraska is a state short of sufficient capital to properly serve the needs of the state, especially the agricultural credit requirements and housing credit requirements, and that if additional funds are deposited into the commercial banking channels and capital stock financial institution or qualifying mutual financial institution channels the available capital will increase many times the amount of the initial deposit.

Laws 1978, LB 258, § 1;

Laws 2003, LB 175, § 2.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-271 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-271
View Statute 72-271
Status: in_force

For purposes of sections 72-270 to 72-274 :

(1) Agreement means (a) for purposes of a solar energy system, a solar agreement as defined in section 66-909 and (b) for purposes of a wind energy conversion system, a wind agreement as defined in section 66-909.04 ;

(2) Board means the Board of Educational Lands and Funds;

(3) Lessee means any individual, corporation, or other entity that enters into an agreement with the board;

(4) Solar energy means radiant energy, direct, diffuse, or reflected, received from the sun at wavelengths suitable for conversion into thermal, chemical, or electrical energy; and

(5) Wind energy has the definition found in section 66-909.01 .

Laws 2010, LB235, § 2;

Laws 2012, LB828, § 12.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-304 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-304
View Statute 72-304
Status: in_force

The owner of the lease shall be required, in the case of potash, salines, silica, volcanic ash, sand, gravel, clay, fuller's earth, and tripoli, to report within thirty days after the issuance of such lease, and to begin construction of necessary works or the installation of necessary machinery, for the physical development of the area, within ninety days after the issuance of a lease. In the case of minerals, substances not above enumerated, and coal, the lessee shall report within six months after issuance of the lease, and begin development operations within one year from the date of the lease. The lessee shall make reports to the Board of Educational Lands and Funds showing the progress of the work on or before December 1 of each year.

Laws 1918, Thirty-sixth Spec. Sess., c. 7, § 4, p. 44;

C.S.1922, § 5222;

C.S.1929, § 72-304;

Laws 1943, c. 164, § 15, p. 584;

R.S.1943, § 72-304;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 46.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1412 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1412
View Statute 72-1412
Status: in_force

Any public body corporate or political subdivision of the State of Nebraska is hereby empowered to enter into a lease or sublease, as lessee or sublessee, with the State of Nebraska or any municipality relating to any building or other facility which is or has been the subject of an agreement pursuant to the provisions of section 72-1405 .

Laws 1974, LB 945, § 4.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1277 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1277
View Statute 72-1277
Status: in_force

The Legislature finds that:

(1) The Nebraska Investment Council was created by the Legislature in Laws 1967, LB 335. Additional legislation was passed in Laws 1969, LB 1345, which provided for centralization of the investment of state funds and addressed types of authorized investments and since then the statutory framework of the council has been modified periodically by the Legislature;

(2) The laws of Nebraska provide that the appointed members of the council and the state investment officer are deemed fiduciaries with respect to investment of the assets (a) in the retirement systems, the achieving a better life experience program pursuant to sections 77-1401 to 77-1409 , and the Nebraska educational savings plan trust and as fiduciaries are required to discharge their duties with respect to such assets solely in the best interest of the members and beneficiaries of such plans and (b) of other state funds solely in the best interest of the residents of Nebraska;

(3) As fiduciaries, the appointed members of the council and the officer must act with the care, skill, prudence, and diligence under the circumstances then prevailing that a prudent person acting in like capacity and familiar with such matters would use in the conduct of an enterprise of like character with like aims by diversifying the investments of assets in the various plans so as to minimize the risk of large losses;

(4) The council managed over fifteen billion three hundred million dollars of assets as of September 30, 2007. Those assets have quadrupled since 1995. The assets managed by the council produced almost one billion five hundred million dollars in investment earnings in 2006 and almost seven billion dollars of investment earnings since December 31, 1995;

(5) The council has the responsibility of the management of portfolios for over thirty state entities. The financial markets and investment strategies that must be employed to achieve satisfactory returns have become more complex and the best practices of similar state government investment agencies have evolved since the creation of the council; and

(6) Pursuant to section 72-1249.02 , the operating costs of the council are charged to the income of each fund managed by the council, and such charges are transferred to the State Investment Officer's Cash Fund. Management, custodial, and service costs that are a direct expense of state funds are paid from the income of such funds.

Laws 2008, LB1147, § 17;

Laws 2019, LB33, § 2.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-309 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-309
View Statute 72-309
Status: in_force

Where two or more applications are received for the same land, the rights thereon may be awarded to the legally qualified applicant making the highest and best bid, to be determined by taking into consideration both the bonus and royalty, the award being made after proper legal notice in such manner as the Board of Educational Lands and Funds shall determine best calculated to protect public interests.

Laws 1918, Thirty-sixth Spec. Sess., c. 7, § 9, p. 46;

C.S.1922, § 5227;

C.S.1929, § 72-309;

R.S.1943, § 72-309.

It is the duty of the board in considering bids for leases to investigate as to the relative advantages that would accrue to the state under the respective offers. Briggs v. Neville, 103 Neb. 1, 170 N.W. 188 (1918).

It is the duty of the board in considering bids for leases to investigate as to the relative advantages that would accrue to the state under the respective offers. Briggs v. Neville, 103 Neb. 1, 170 N.W. 188 (1918).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1302 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1302
View Statute 72-1302
Status: in_force

All departments, boards, and commissions of the State of Nebraska, except the Board of Educational Lands and Funds, the Department of Correctional Services, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the University of Nebraska shall cease operating any farm lands except as landlords under written leases by March 1, 1968, as provided in sections 72-1304 and 72-1305 .

Laws 1967, c. 461, § 2, p. 1431;

Laws 1973, LB 563, § 12;

Laws 1996, LB 1044, § 788.

Purpose of sections 72-1302 to 72-1304 , see section 83-901 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-258.02 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-258.02
View Statute 72-258.02
Status: in_force

Whenever a portion of the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways is constructed on school land and an interchange is constructed on such school land, the Board of Educational Lands and Funds shall offer such land for sale at public auction in such tracts as the board shall determine and sell it at not less than its appraised value. The sale shall be made subject to the rights of leaseholders, if any, and the leaseholder shall be paid for improvements and the value of the leasehold for agricultural purposes. The sale shall be made in accordance with the provisions of section 72-258 .

Laws 1969, c. 586, § 1, p. 2435;

Laws 2000, LB 1010, § 5.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2202 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2202
View Statute 72-2202
Status: in_force

(1) In 1919, the Nebraska State Capitol Commission began the search for an architect to design a new State Capitol to replace the existing structure in Lincoln. New York architect Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue was selected as the chief architect, and construction began in April 1922. During the ten-year construction period, the Nebraska State Capitol Commission, comprised at that time of the Governor, the State Engineer, and three appointed members, oversaw the building's construction, with the final phase completed in 1932. The final cost of construction was nine million eight hundred thousand dollars.

(2) Considered one of the world's greatest architectural achievements, the Nebraska State Capitol contains all three branches of government and is an inspiring monument for all Nebraskans. No other building in the State of Nebraska is as recognized and open to all Nebraskans as the State Capitol.

(3) Because of the history and unique beauty of the State Capitol, it is the intent of the Legislature that the Office of the Nebraska Capitol Commission, created pursuant to the Nebraska State Capitol Preservation and Restoration Act, provide the highest quality preservation, restoration, and enhancement of and long-term planning for the State Capitol and capitol grounds for the perpetual use by state government and the enjoyment of all persons.

Laws 2004, LB 439, § 2.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-240.23 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-240.23
View Statute 72-240.23
Status: in_force

If land is not sold under the provisions of sections 72-240.10 to 72-240.23 , 72-257 , and 72-258 and is leased according to section 72-258.01 , the new lessee shall pay to the old lessee the value of his or her permitted improvements as determined for sale purposes.

Laws 1967, c. 467, § 14, p. 1455;

Laws 1971, LB 413, § 13;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 39.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-816 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-816
View Statute 72-816
Status: in_force

(1) The Vacant Building and Excess Land Cash Fund is created. The fund shall consist of proceeds credited to the fund pursuant to sections 72-815 and 90-268 . Except as provided in sections 90-268 and 90-269 , the fund shall be used to pay for the maintenance of vacant state buildings and excess state land and for expenses related to the disposal of state buildings and land referred to the Department of Administrative Services by the committee pursuant to sections 72-811 to 72-818 . The fund shall be administered by the state building division of the Department of Administrative Services. Any money in the fund available for investment shall be invested by the state investment officer pursuant to the Nebraska Capital Expansion Act and the Nebraska State Funds Investment Act.

Funds may be transferred from the Vacant Building and Excess Land Cash Fund to the General Fund at the direction of the Legislature.

(2) If there are insufficient funds in the fund to enable the division to fully implement the orders of the committee issued pursuant to sections 72-811 to 72-818 , the division shall implement them in the order which most efficiently meets the purposes of such sections.

(3) Funds appropriated to the Task Force for Building Renewal shall not be used to carry out any of the purposes of such sections (a) unless the building would otherwise qualify for the use of such funds pursuant to the Deferred Building Renewal Act and (b) except for any expenses incurred by the administrator of the Task Force for Building Renewal in fulfilling his or her duties under such sections.

Laws 1988, LB 1143, § 6;

Laws 1990, LB 830, § 6;

Laws 1992, LB 1241, § 11;

Laws 1994, LB 1066, § 73;

Laws 1995, LB 567, § 5;

Laws 1997, LB 314, § 4;

Laws 1999, LB 873, § 6;

Laws 2000, LB 1216, § 22;

Laws 2002, Second Spec. Sess., LB 1, § 4;

Laws 2003, LB 403, § 7;

Laws 2005, LB 426, § 13;

Laws 2006, LB 1061, § 11.

Deferred Building Renewal Act, see section 81-190 .

Nebraska Capital Expansion Act, see section 72-1269 .

Nebraska State Funds Investment Act, see section 72-1260 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1303 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1303
View Statute 72-1303
Status: in_force

No capital improvements shall be made to any farm land owned by the State of Nebraska, its departments, boards or commissions, except that this provision shall not apply to the Board of Educational Lands and Funds, the Department of Correctional Services, the Department of Health and Human Services, or the University of Nebraska or projects where the only purpose of the capital improvement would be soil and water conservation.

Laws 1967, c. 461, § 3, p. 1431;

Laws 1973, LB 563, § 13;

Laws 1996, LB 1044, § 789.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1306 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1306
View Statute 72-1306
Status: in_force

The Legislature finds that:

(1) Examples of Nebraska's prairie soil in a condition which existed before the state was settled during the early part of the nineteenth century are becoming increasingly rare;

(2) Such virgin prairie is an important tool for scientists who seek to determine the highest and best use of Nebraska's soil resources;

(3) Such virgin prairie is an important part of botanical and zoological studies offered by institutions of learning in this state; and

(4) It is in the public interest that such virgin prairie which has been used as an educational tool by an educational institution of this state in suitable quantities be preserved and protected.

Laws 1981, LB 58, § 1.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-205.04 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-205.04
View Statute 72-205.04
Status: in_force

A complete record shall be made of all testimony taken and evidence received at such hearing, which record shall be filed in the office of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds. The examiner conducting such hearing shall make, in writing, complete findings and recommendations to the board as to the value of school lands according to classification. If the board determines that a change in the rental is justified it may either raise or lower its rental schedules according to classifications and schedules of valuations previously adopted based upon the evidence produced at such hearing as shown by the record, the effective date to be the time originally fixed.

Laws 1949, c. 212, § 5, p. 604;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 19.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-239 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-239
View Statute 72-239
Status: in_force

The Board of Educational Lands and Funds may extend the time of payment of delinquent interest or rental when it deems it to be in the best interest of the state, and it has full assurance that such delinquent interest or rental will be paid. Such extensions shall be granted, upon proper application to the board, and then only to the record owner of the lease who actually uses or occupies educational lands, for periods of one year, and shall bear interest the same as other delinquent rentals, and shall be upon condition the lease is assigned to the state as part assurance of payment. In the event the movable improvements on the land do not constitute sufficient security to justify an extension of time, the lessee may give a lien to the state on the growing crops thereon, if any.

Laws 1935, c. 163, § 12, p. 605;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-219;

R.S.1943, § 72-239;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 31.

School lands are subject to an annual rental of six percent of the appraised value. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).

School lands are subject to an annual rental of six percent of the appraised value. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).

Under prior law at the expiration of a lease on school lands executed prior to July 9, 1897, the only advantage afforded such lessee is the right to obtain a renewal free from competition and at the previous rental rate. Stanser v. Cather, 85 Neb. 305, 123 N.W. 316 (1909), rehearing denied 85 Neb. 313, 124 N.W. 102 (1909).

Under prior law at the expiration of a lease on school lands executed prior to July 9, 1897, the only advantage afforded such lessee is the right to obtain a renewal free from competition and at the previous rental rate. Stanser v. Cather, 85 Neb. 305, 123 N.W. 316 (1909), rehearing denied 85 Neb. 313, 124 N.W. 102 (1909).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1266 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1266
View Statute 72-1266
Status: in_force

The Nebraska Investment Council shall adopt and promulgate rules and regulations to establish procedures for the distribution of funds to banks, capital stock financial institutions, and qualifying mutual financial institutions.

Laws 1978, LB 258, § 6;

Laws 2002, LB 957, § 28;

Laws 2003, LB 175, § 7.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-411 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-411
View Statute 72-411
Status: in_force

All trustees comprising the board shall take an oath in writing in such form as the county attorney of the county shall provide and approve, faithfully to execute the duties and trusts committed to their care and management, and to dispose of the funds and income and corpus of such trusts in conformity with sections 72-407 to 72-420 and the wishes expressed in the instruments creating the trust estates.

Laws 1941, c. 148, § 2, p. 584;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-412;

R.S.1943, § 72-411.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-266 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-266
View Statute 72-266
Status: in_force

The state Board of Educational Lands and Funds may sell, at either public or private sale, and convert into money, articles of personal property acquired by the common school fund through bequest, gift, escheat or forfeiture to the State of Nebraska.

Laws 1943, c. 155, § 1, p. 565;

R.S.1943, § 72-266.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-815 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-815
View Statute 72-815
Status: in_force

(1) The state building division of the Department of Administrative Services shall be responsible for the sale, lease, or other disposal of a building or land, whichever action is ordered by the committee.

(2) If a building is to be demolished, section 72-810 shall not apply, but the state building division shall notify the State Historic Preservation Officer of such demolition at least thirty days prior to the beginning of the demolition or disassembly so that the officer may collect any photographic or other evidence he or she may find of historic value.

(3)(a) If a building or land is to be sold or leased, the state building division shall cause an appraisal to be made of the building or land. The sale, lease, or other disposal of the building or land shall comply with all relevant statutes pertaining to the sale or lease of surplus state property, except that if the state building division fails to receive an offer from a state agency in which the agency certifies that it (i) intends to use the building for the purposes for which it was designed, intended, or remodeled or to remodel the building for uses which will serve the agency's purposes or (ii) intends to use the land for the purposes for which it was acquired or received, the state building division shall then notify the Department of Economic Development that the building or land is available for sale or lease so that the department may refer to the state building division any potential buyers or lessees of which the department may be aware. The state building division may then sell or lease the building or land by such method as is to the best advantage of the State of Nebraska, including auction, sealed bid, or public sale and, if necessary, by private sale, but in all situations only after notice of the property sale is publicly advertised on at least two separate occasions in the newspaper with the largest circulation in the county where the surplus property is located and not less than thirty days prior to the sale of the property. The state building division may use the services of a real estate broker licensed under the Nebraska Real Estate License Act. Priority shall be given to other political subdivisions of state government, then to persons contracting with the state or political subdivisions of the state who will use the building or land for middle-income or low-income rental housing for at least fifteen years, and finally to referrals from the Department of Economic Development.

(b) When a building or land designated for sale is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the state building division, in its discretion and based on the best interests of the state, may follow the procedure outlined in subdivision (3)(a) of this section or may sell the building or land by any method deemed in the best interests of the state to a not-for-profit community organization that intends to maintain the historic and cultural integrity of the building or land.

(c) All sales and leases shall be in the name of the State of Nebraska. The state building division may provide that a deed of sale include restrictions on the building or land to ensure that the use and appearance of the building or land remain compatible with any adjacent state-owned property.

ity organization that intends to maintain the historic and cultural integrity of the building or land.

(c) All sales and leases shall be in the name of the State of Nebraska. The state building division may provide that a deed of sale include restrictions on the building or land to ensure that the use and appearance of the building or land remain compatible with any adjacent state-owned property.

(d) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (4) of this section, the proceeds of the sale or lease shall be remitted to the State Treasurer for credit to the Vacant Building and Excess Land Cash Fund unless the state agency formerly responsible for the building or land certifies to the state building division that the building or land was purchased in part or in total from cash, federal, or revolving funds, in which event, after the costs of selling or leasing the building or land are deducted from the proceeds of the sale or lease and such amount is credited to the fund, the remaining proceeds of the sale or lease shall be credited to the cash, federal, or revolving fund in the percentage used in originally purchasing the building or land.

(4) Any state-owned military property, including any armories considered surplus property, shall be sold by such method as is to the best advantage of the State of Nebraska, including auction, sealed bid, or public sale, and if necessary, by private sale, but in all situations only after notice of the property sale is publicly advertised on at least two separate occasions in the newspaper with the largest circulation in the county where the surplus property is located and not less than thirty days prior to the sale of the property, and pursuant to section 72-816 , all proceeds from the sale of the property, less maintenance expenses pending the sale and selling expenses, but including investment income on the sale proceeds of the property, shall be promptly transferred from the Vacant Building and Excess Land Cash Fund to the General Fund by the State Building Administrator.

(5) The state building division shall be responsible for the maintenance of the building or land if maintenance is ordered by the committee and shall be responsible for maintenance of the building or land pending sale or lease of the building or land.

(6) Land at the Hastings Regional Center determined by the committee to be excess shall be sold by such method as is to the best advantage of the State of Nebraska, including auction, sealed bid, or public sale and, if necessary, by private sale. The sale of land shall only occur after notice of the sale is publicly advertised on at least two separate occasions in the newspaper with the largest circulation in the county where the land is located and not less than thirty days prior to the sale of the land. The proceeds from the sale of the land, less maintenance expenses pending the sale and selling expenses, but including investment income on the sale proceeds, shall be promptly transferred from the Vacant Building and Excess Land Cash Fund by the State Treasurer as follows:

(a) First, not exceeding five million three hundred seven thousand dollars to the General Fund; and

(b) Second, not exceeding three million dollars of available proceeds remaining to the Nebraska Capital Construction Fund.

Laws 1988, LB 1143, § 5;

Laws 1989, LB 18, § 6;

Laws 1990, LB 830, § 5;

Laws 1992, LB 1241, § 10;

Laws 2000, LB 1216, § 21;

Laws 2003, LB 403, § 6;

Laws 2010, LB722, § 2;

Laws 2013, LB199, § 30.

Nebraska Real Estate License Act, see section 81-885 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-806 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-806
View Statute 72-806
Status: in_force

The enforcement provisions of Chapter 1 of the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code, published by the International Code Council, shall not apply to buildings subject to section 72-804 .

Laws 1999, LB 755, § 3;

Laws 2003, LB 643, § 4;

Laws 2004, LB 888, § 3;

Laws 2011, LB329, § 3;

Laws 2019, LB405, § 5.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-258 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-258
View Statute 72-258
Status: in_force

Educational land shall be offered for sale at public auction by a representative of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds and sold at not less than the appraised value to the highest bidder. Notice of such sale and the time and place where the same will be held shall be given by publication three consecutive weeks in some legal newspaper published in the county where the tracts of land or the lots are located or, in case no legal newspaper is published in the county, then in some legal newspaper of general circulation therein. The proof of such publication shall be made by the affidavit of the publisher or principal clerk of such newspaper or by some other person knowing about the same and shall be filed in the office of the board. When the land consists of an undivided interest in realty, an action to partition may be maintained in the same manner as provided by law for the partition of real property among several joint owners. All notices of sale shall be posted in the office of the board. The board may arrange for such commercial advertising of land sales as it deems in the best interest of the state.

Any person or entity requesting that a tract of land be sold at public auction shall file an agreement with the board to pay the appraised value or a higher value as a minimum opening bid for the land. Within sixty days after receipt by the board of the request, the board shall determine whether or not to offer the tract of land for sale at public auction with a minimum opening bid equal to that amount stated in the accepted agreement for the minimum opening bid and shall notify the person or entity requesting the auction of the board's determination prior to advertising the tract of land for sale. If the board determines to offer the tract of land for sale at public auction, the auction shall be held within one hundred twenty days after the board accepts the agreement for a minimum opening bid. If the board determines not to offer the tract of land for sale, the offering price and legal description of the tract of land shall be included in the annual report to the Legislature.

The sale shall be subject to confirmation by the board that the requirements of this section have been met. Settlement shall be made by paying cash of not less than twenty percent of the purchase price at the time of sale, and the balance shall be payable in cash within ninety days after the date of sale. If the person submitting the high bid for the land fails to pay the balance of the purchase price and complete the sale within ninety days, his or her rights under the sale, including the twenty percent downpayment, shall be forfeited by the board and a new sale shall be authorized.

Laws 1921, c. 81, § 2, p. 295;

C.S.1922, § 5216;

C.S.1929, § 72-236;

Laws 1935, c. 163, § 18, p. 610;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-236;

Laws 1943, c. 161, § 2, p. 576;

R.S.1943, § 72-258;

Laws 1965, c. 435, § 3, p. 1386;

Laws 1967, c. 467, § 16, p. 1456;

Laws 1967, c. 466, § 11, p. 1450;

Laws 1969, c. 589, § 3, p. 2440;

Laws 1971, LB 23, § 2;

Laws 1996, LB 1205, § 3;

Laws 2000, LB 1010, § 4.

New sale can only be held by the board in the event that the highest bidder fails to pay the balance of the purchase in ninety days. Bessey v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 185 Neb. 801, 178 N.W.2d 794 (1970).

New sale can only be held by the board in the event that the highest bidder fails to pay the balance of the purchase in ninety days. Bessey v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 185 Neb. 801, 178 N.W.2d 794 (1970).

Under former law, all of section constitutional except provisions relating to sale by county treasurer. State ex rel. Belker v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 184 Neb. 621, 171 N.W.2d 156 (1969).

Under former law, all of section constitutional except provisions relating to sale by county treasurer. State ex rel. Belker v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 184 Neb. 621, 171 N.W.2d 156 (1969).

der former law, all of section constitutional except provisions relating to sale by county treasurer. State ex rel. Belker v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 184 Neb. 621, 171 N.W.2d 156 (1969).

Under former law, all of section constitutional except provisions relating to sale by county treasurer. State ex rel. Belker v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 184 Neb. 621, 171 N.W.2d 156 (1969).

Sale of school land leases made no reference to improvements. Banks v. State, 181 Neb. 106, 147 N.W.2d 132 (1966).

Sale of school land leases made no reference to improvements. Banks v. State, 181 Neb. 106, 147 N.W.2d 132 (1966).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-305 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-305
View Statute 72-305
Status: in_force

Failure to progress with due diligence, or failure to make reports regularly as provided, or special reports when requested, or the filing of a statement which is untrue as to material facts, will subject the lease to forfeiture, and the termination of the rights of the lessee upon an order of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds.

Laws 1918, Thirty-sixth Spec. Sess., c. 7, § 5, p. 45;

C.S.1922, § 5223;

C.S.1929, § 72-305;

R.S.1943, § 72-305;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 47.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-240.09 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-240.09
View Statute 72-240.09
Status: in_force

The Board of Educational Lands and Funds shall have the power to contract with supervisors of weed eradication districts of this state or any private or commercial weed control service for the purpose of controlling noxious weeds on school lands.

Laws 1965, c. 427, § 1, p. 1366;

Laws 1978, LB 460, § 3.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-1108.18 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 81-1108.18
81-1108.18
Status: in_force

In order to promote the public safety and welfare, the administrator shall adopt and promulgate rules and regulations governing the parking of motor vehicles on the (1) approaches to the capitol, in consultation with the State Capitol Administrator, and (2) lands owned or leased by the State of Nebraska and under the State Building Administrator's control. The rules and regulations may limit, restrict, or prohibit parking on such land. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act, the rules and regulations shall become effective upon posting notice of the rules and regulations on or about the premises to be regulated. If any vehicle is found upon any regulated premises in violation of this section or the rules and regulations adopted pursuant to this section and the driver cannot be determined, the owner or person in whose name such vehicle is registered shall be held responsible for such violation.

Laws 1955, c. 278, § 2, p. 880;

Laws 1965, c. 538, § 24, p. 1713;

Laws 1967, c. 468, § 2, p. 1459;

R.R.S.1943, § 72-706.01;

Laws 1974, LB 1048, § 9;

Laws 1976, LB 986, § 5;

Laws 1977, LB 39, § 303;

Laws 1979, LB 576, § 4;

Laws 1995, LB 530, § 8;

Laws 2004, LB 439, § 20.

Administrative Procedure Act, see section 84-920 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1702 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1702
View Statute 72-1702
Status: in_force

For purposes of the Nebraska Small Business Incubator Act:

(1) Business incubation center shall mean a facility in which units of space may be leased by a tenant and in which a tenant has access to business development services as described in section 72-1712 ;

(2) Community board shall mean a board created pursuant to section 72-1704 ;

(3) Public agency shall mean a state agency or commission or a political subdivision which retains ownership or control of one or more public buildings; and

(4) Tenant shall mean a sole proprietorship, business partnership, limited liability company, or corporation operating a business for profit and leasing or otherwise occupying space in a business incubation center.

Laws 1990, LB 409, § 2;

Laws 1993, LB 121, § 461.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1244 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1244
View Statute 72-1244
Status: in_force

The State Treasurer shall notify the state investment officer as to the amount of money in the General Fund and the funds of any board, commission, department, agency, or official charged with the control of any other state fund not currently needed and available for investment. When it shall appear to the State Treasurer that any such invested money is needed, he or she shall notify the state investment officer who shall make available from the pooled investments the amount required.

Laws 1969, c. 584, § 8, p. 2351;

Laws 1985, LB 335, § 3;

Laws 2003, LB 149, § 1.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1711 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1711
View Statute 72-1711
Status: in_force

A tenant shall:

(1) Pay rent to the community board in an amount to be determined by the community board. The community board may agree to have the rent for a predetermined number of months payable at a later date by which time the business is expected to have received committed starting capital;

(2) Pay utilities as determined by the community board; and

(3) Relocate to a permanent location not later than two years after entering a business incubation center, except that a business may request in writing extensions of this requirement for periods of not more than twelve months. The community board may grant extensions of up to twelve months at a time based upon a review of the factors in subsection (1) of section 72-1709 . A tenant shall be given an opportunity to submit written information concerning those factors to the community board before the community board makes its decision approving or denying an extension.

Laws 1990, LB 409, § 11.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-809 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-809
View Statute 72-809
Status: in_force

For purposes of sections 72-808 to 72-810 , historic structure shall mean any building significant in American history or architecture on a local, state, or national level.

Laws 1986, LB 563, § 2.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-908 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-908
View Statute 72-908
Status: in_force

The Board of Educational Lands and Funds is hereby authorized, in its discretion, to enter into appropriate agreements for the purpose of unit or cooperative exploration, development, and operation of acreage, or any part of the acreage, covered by leases granted pursuant hereto, with other acreage for the production of oil and gas. Such agreements shall provide for the allocation of production on a proportionate acreage or other agreed equitable basis.

Laws 1943, c. 164, § 8, p. 581;

R.S.1943, § 72-908;

Laws 1955, c. 280, § 1, p. 885.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1308 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1308
View Statute 72-1308
Status: in_force

No sale authorized under sections 72-1306 to 72-1308 shall take place after July 1, 1983.

Laws 1981, LB 58, § 3.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-201 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-201
View Statute 72-201
Status: in_force

(1) The Board of Educational Lands and Funds shall consist of five members to be appointed by the Governor with the consent of a majority of the members elected to the Legislature. One member shall be appointed from each of the congressional districts as the districts were constituted on January 1, 1961, and a fifth member shall be appointed from the state at large. One member of the board shall be competent in the field of investments. The initial members shall be appointed to take office on October 1, 1955, and shall hold office for the following periods of time: The member from the first congressional district for one year; the member from the second congressional district for two years; the member from the third congressional district for three years; the member from the fourth congressional district for four years; and the member from the state at large for five years. As the terms of the members expire, the Governor shall appoint or reappoint a member of the board for a term of five years, except members appointed to fill vacancies whose tenures shall be the unexpired terms for which they are appointed. If the Legislature is not in session when such members, or some of them, are appointed by the Governor, such members shall take office and act as recess appointees until the Legislature next thereafter convenes. The compensation of the members shall be fifty dollars per day for each day's time actually engaged in the performance of the duties of their office. Each member shall be reimbursed for expenses incurred while upon business of the board as provided in sections 81-1174 to 81-1177 . The board shall cause all school, university, agricultural college, and state college lands, owned by or the title to which may hereafter vest in the state, to be registered, leased, and sold as provided in sections 72-201 to 72-251 and shall have the general management and control of such lands and make necessary rules not provided by law. The funds arising from these lands shall be disposed of in the manner provided by the Constitution of Nebraska, sections 72-201 to 72-251 , and other laws of Nebraska not inconsistent herewith.

(2) No person shall be eligible to membership on the board who is actively engaged in the teaching profession, who holds or has any financial interest in a school land lease, who is a holder of or a candidate for any state office or a member of any state board or commission, or who has not resided in this state for at least three years.

(3) The board shall elect one of its members as chairperson of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds. In the absence of the chairperson, any member of the board may, upon motion duly carried, act in his or her behalf as such chairperson. It shall keep a record of all proceedings and orders made by it. No order shall be made except upon the concurrence of at least three members of the board. It shall make all orders pertaining to the handling of all lands and funds set apart for educational purposes.

(4) The board shall maintain an office in Lincoln and shall meet in its office not less than once each month.

f as such chairperson. It shall keep a record of all proceedings and orders made by it. No order shall be made except upon the concurrence of at least three members of the board. It shall make all orders pertaining to the handling of all lands and funds set apart for educational purposes.

(4) The board shall maintain an office in Lincoln and shall meet in its office not less than once each month.

(5) The board may appoint a secretary for the board. The compensation of the secretary shall be payable monthly, as fixed by the board.

Laws 1899, c. 69, § 1, p. 300;

R.S.1913, § 5845;

C.S.1922, § 5181;

C.S.1929, § 72-201;

Laws 1935, c. 163, § 1, p. 594;

Laws 1937, c. 162, § 1, p. 628;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-201;

R.S.1943, § 72-201;

Laws 1945, c. 175, § 1, p. 559;

Laws 1951, c. 338, § 3, p. 117;

Laws 1953, c. 252, § 1, p. 857;

Laws 1955, c. 276, § 1, p. 874;

Laws 1955, c. 277, § 1, p. 877;

Laws 1961, c. 282, § 5, p. 822;

Laws 1965, c. 434, § 1, p. 1383;

Laws 1969, c. 589, § 1, p. 2438;

Laws 1981, LB 204, § 141;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 12;

Laws 2011, LB332, § 1;

Laws 2014, LB967, § 3;

Laws 2020, LB381, § 77.

Constitutional provisions:

Board of Educational Lands and Funds, duties, membership, see Article VII, section 6, Constitution of Nebraska.

Fees, see sections 25-1280 and 33-104 .

Other provisions relating to the board, see Chapter 84, article 4.

State-owned geothermal resources, authority to lease, see section 66-1104 .

Amendments of section 1, Article IV of the Constitution did not expressly or by implication repeal existing statutes imposing duties and obligations on the Commissioner of Public Lands and Buildings. Swanson v. State, 132 Neb. 82, 271 N.W. 264 (1937).

Amendments of section 1, Article IV of the Constitution did not expressly or by implication repeal existing statutes imposing duties and obligations on the Commissioner of Public Lands and Buildings. Swanson v. State, 132 Neb. 82, 271 N.W. 264 (1937).

Statute fixes the times at which board should meet and transact their business. State v. Bass, 131 Neb. 592, 269 N.W. 68 (1936).

Statute fixes the times at which board should meet and transact their business. State v. Bass, 131 Neb. 592, 269 N.W. 68 (1936).

The provision of this section as to rule making refers only to regulation of the management and control of school lands, and does not confer power upon the Board of Commissioners to convey such lands or any rights therein in excess of that provided by statute. Fawn Lake Ranch Co. v. Cumbow, 102 Neb. 288, 167 N.W. 75 (1918).

The provision of this section as to rule making refers only to regulation of the management and control of school lands, and does not confer power upon the Board of Commissioners to convey such lands or any rights therein in excess of that provided by statute. Fawn Lake Ranch Co. v. Cumbow, 102 Neb. 288, 167 N.W. 75 (1918).

The Board of Educational Lands and Funds acts by a majority of its members who have equal authority, and, hence, employment of an attorney to represent the board must be by the board itself and not by one of its members. Follmer v. State, 94 Neb. 217, 142 N.W. 908 (1913), Am. Ann. Cas. 1914D 151 (1913).

The Board of Educational Lands and Funds acts by a majority of its members who have equal authority, and, hence, employment of an attorney to represent the board must be by the board itself and not by one of its members. Follmer v. State, 94 Neb. 217, 142 N.W. 908 (1913), Am. Ann. Cas. 1914D 151 (1913).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-1108.26 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 81-1108.26
81-1108.26
Status: in_force

The heat and power plant of the University of Nebraska, together with tunnels and conduits appurtenant thereto, shall be operated and maintained under the immediate control of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska. Such plant shall supply heat, light, and power for use at the University of Nebraska, the State Capitol, including the executive mansion, and the Nebraska State Historical Society. At the sole discretion of the Director of Administrative Services, in consultation with the Board of Regents, alternative sources of heat, power, and light may be utilized, and in such event, adequate notice of any change shall be given to the Board of Regents. Cost of operation and maintenance of the plant and its appurtenances shall in the first instance be borne by the Board of Regents. The cost of operation, repairs, and maintenance shall be apportioned between the University of Nebraska, the State Capitol, including the executive mansion, and the Nebraska State Historical Society, upon the percentage of heat, light, and power received by each. At the end of each month, the Board of Regents shall forward to the administrator a bill for the share of the cost of operation for such month chargeable to the State Capitol, including the executive mansion, and to the Director of the Nebraska State Historical Society for the share of the cost of operation for such month chargeable to the Nebraska State Historical Society. The Board of Regents shall forward annually to the administrator a statement for the share of the cost of repairs and maintenance chargeable to the State Capitol, including the executive mansion, and to the Director of the Nebraska State Historical Society for the share of the cost of repairs and maintenance chargeable to the Nebraska State Historical Society. If no objection in writing is made by the administrator or the Director of the Nebraska State Historical Society within ten days after the receipt of such statements, they shall constitute valid obligations to be paid in the manner prescribed by law for payment of operating expenses of the State Capitol and by the Nebraska State Historical Society from funds appropriated for that purpose by the Legislature. In case objection shall be made, the Board of Regents and the administrator or the Director of the Nebraska State Historical Society, whichever shall object, shall endeavor to arrive at a proper charge and, in case of inability to do so, shall submit the matter to arbitration, one arbitrator to be named by each party and the third to be chosen by those so named. The amount fixed by the arbitrators shall constitute a valid obligation to be paid in the manner indicated above.

Laws 1929, c. 193, § 2, p. 678;

C.S.1929, § 72-902;

R.S.1943, § 72-710;

Laws 1949, c. 216, § 1, p. 613;

Laws 1951, c. 240, § 1, p. 847;

R.R.S.1943, § 72-710;

Laws 1974, LB 1048, § 17;

Laws 1998, LB 1129, § 20;

Laws 2024, LB1169, § 1.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1251 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1251
View Statute 72-1251
Status: in_force

The State Treasurer shall collect the interest, premium or other income on and the principal of such securities in his custody as the same become due and payable.

Laws 1969, c. 584, § 15, p. 2355.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-817 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-817
View Statute 72-817
Status: in_force

Sections 72-811 to 72-818 shall apply to every state agency except the University of Nebraska, the Nebraska state colleges, the Division of Aeronautics of the Department of Transportation, and the Board of Educational Lands and Funds, except that any such agency may elect to include under such sections any building or land for which it has responsibility. Such sections shall not apply to interests in real property held by the Department of Transportation.

Laws 1988, LB 1143, § 7;

Laws 1990, LB 830, § 7;

Laws 1995, LB 567, § 6;

Laws 2017, LB339, § 249.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1263 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1263
View Statute 72-1263
Status: in_force

Except as provided in section 72-1264 , the state investment officer shall, out of funds available for investment, initially cause to be offered to all banks, capital stock financial institutions, and qualifying mutual financial institutions in this state a time deposit open account in the amount of one million dollars, except that the minimum amount that any bank, capital stock financial institution, or qualifying mutual financial institution may accept is the amount of one hundred thousand dollars. Such deposit shall be available at any investment date to such banks, capital stock financial institutions, or qualifying mutual financial institutions as are willing to meet the rate and other requirements set forth in the Nebraska Capital Expansion Act and make application therefor. No deposit shall be made when doing so would violate a fiduciary obligation of the state or section 72-1268.07 . To the extent that the total amount of funds initially offered to all banks, capital stock financial institutions, and qualifying mutual financial institutions is not accepted by such banks, capital stock financial institutions, and qualifying mutual financial institutions, the balance of such funds shall be immediately reoffered to any banks, capital stock financial institutions, and qualifying mutual financial institutions desiring additional funds in an amount not to exceed each bank's, capital stock financial institution's, or qualifying mutual financial institution's pro rata share of the remaining funds, or fifteen million dollars for each bank, capital stock financial institution, or qualifying mutual financial institution, whichever is less. The reoffered funds shall be made available to such banks, capital stock financial institutions, and qualifying mutual financial institutions as are willing to meet the rate and other requirements set forth in the Nebraska Capital Expansion Act. All funds not investable under this section shall be invested as provided by section 72-1246 . No one bank, capital stock financial institution, or qualifying mutual financial institution may receive for deposit a sum of more than sixteen million dollars.

Laws 1978, LB 258, § 3;

Laws 1985, LB 614, § 2;

Laws 1990, LB 1146, § 3;

Laws 2000, LB 932, § 35;

Laws 2002, LB 957, § 26;

Laws 2003, LB 175, § 4;

Laws 2014, LB759, § 20;

Laws 2017, LB94, § 1.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2008 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2008
View Statute 72-2008
Status: in_force

The mission of the Niobrara Council is to assist in all aspects of the management of the Niobrara scenic river corridor since portions of the Niobrara River have been designated as a national scenic river under 16 U.S.C. 1274(a)(117), as such section existed on May 24, 1991, giving consideration and respect to local and governmental input and private landowner rights, and to maintain and protect the integrity of the resources associated with the Niobrara scenic river corridor. The council shall perform management functions related to the Niobrara scenic river corridor, including, but not limited to, those authorized and delegated to it by the National Park Service. The council may promulgate its own rules and internal policies to carry out the purposes of the Niobrara Scenic River Act. The Game and Parks Commission may provide administrative, budgetary, operational, and programmatic support when requested by the council to carry out its duties. In the Niobrara scenic river corridor, the council may hold title to real estate in the name of the council. The council may purchase, accept gifts of, or trade real estate and may obtain conservation easements as provided in the Conservation and Preservation Easements Act. Acquisition of conservation easements outside the boundaries of the Niobrara scenic river corridor shall require the approval of the appropriate governing body as provided in section 76-2,112 . On December 1, 2016, and on each December 1 thereafter, the council shall electronically submit an annual report to the Clerk of the Legislature and the chairperson of the Natural Resources Committee of the Legislature describing expenditures made pursuant to the Niobrara Scenic River Act.

Laws 2000, LB 1234, § 4;

Laws 2002, LB 1003, § 44;

Laws 2016, LB1038, § 16.

Conservation and Preservation Easements Act, see section 76-2,118 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2309 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2309
View Statute 72-2309
Status: in_force

(1) In addition to any other borrowing powers provided for by law, a qualified public agency may issue its negotiable bonds subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Public Facilities Construction and Finance Act to any joint entity as defined in section 13-803 or to any joint public agency as defined in section 13-2503 in connection with any joint project which is to be owned, operated, or financed by the joint entity or joint public agency for the benefit of the qualified public agency. The bonds may be issued only if the second-largest participant in the joint project has a financial contribution in the joint project of at least twenty-five percent of the debt service. No bonds shall be issued on or after April 18, 2018, until the question has been submitted to the qualified electors of each participating qualified public agency at an election called for that purpose as provided in this section and, within each participating qualified public agency, a majority of the qualified electors voting on the question within the participating qualified public agency voted in favor of issuing the same.

(2) Each participating qualified public agency shall give notice of the election at least fifty days prior to the election. The question of issuing bonds may be submitted at the statewide primary or general election. The election shall be conducted in accordance with the Election Act.

(3) The question of bond issues, when defeated, shall not be resubmitted in substance for a period of six months from and after the date of such election.

Laws 2018, LB1000, § 5.

Election Act, see section 32-101 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2012 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2012
View Statute 72-2012
Status: in_force

The Niobrara Council shall not have zoning jurisdiction outside the boundaries of the Niobrara scenic river corridor.

Laws 2000, LB 1234, § 8.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-502.01 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-502.01
View Statute 72-502.01
Status: in_force

The use heretofore made by the Board of Educational Lands and Funds of rentals received from saline lands, by placing them in the temporary instead of the permanent school fund, is validated and approved.

Laws 1943, c. 156, § 2, p. 566;

R.S.1943, § 72-502.01.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-311 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-311
View Statute 72-311
Status: in_force

No assignment shall be valid unless it has the approval of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds and has been recorded in the office of the board, and, if the grantee is otherwise legally disqualified, approval by the board, or recording, will not make such assignment valid. Any association, corporate or otherwise, operating on state lands, transferring its interests or capital stock, or more than ten percent thereof, to any association or corporation which is legally disqualified for holding, or which has its full quota of state leases, will render the leases it holds void upon an order of the state board or act of the Legislature. The purpose of sections 72-301 to 72-314 is to prevent for all times, directly and indirectly, the monopolization of natural resources of the State of Nebraska.

Laws 1918, Thirty-sixth Spec. Sess., c. 7, § 11, p. 47;

C.S.1922, § 5229;

C.S.1929, § 72-311;

R.S.1943, § 72-311.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-240.03 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-240.03
View Statute 72-240.03
Status: in_force

When the Board of Educational Lands and Funds deems it expedient, due to breaking or retirement of the land, erosion, resodding, or other causes, to reclassify the school land in any county, and at least once in every five-year period, it shall cause reclassification to be made of the land under lease. When this has been accomplished the new rental for each lease shall be computed by applying the new classification of the land to the rental schedules according to classification then in effect and which have been duly adopted by the Board of Educational Lands and Funds for the counties involved. Rental shall be paid by the lessee upon the basis of the new classification. Not more often than once in every two years the lessee may request the board to make a reclassification of the land he or she has under lease and it shall be the duty of the board, within six months after receipt of such request, to cause the classification to be reviewed.

Laws 1947, c. 235, § 7(4), p. 749;

Laws 1949, c. 212, § 11, p. 606;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 33.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1709 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1709
View Statute 72-1709
Status: in_force

(1) A community board shall evaluate applicants who want to start or expand a small business and to locate within the business incubation center based upon, but not limited to, all of the following factors:

(a) The likelihood that the business will be profitable;

(b) Whether the product that would be manufactured or the service that would be rendered would be new to the state or the community;

(c) The potential marketability of the product or service;

(d) The likelihood that the business will generate a significant number of new jobs and not eliminate existing jobs;

(e) The likelihood that new jobs generated will be filled by persons who presently are unemployed or whose skills are underemployed; and

(f) The likelihood that the business will not be started if the applicant is not accepted into the business incubation center.

(2) A community board shall forward to each applicant whose application it rejects notice of its rejection together with the reasons for the rejection.

(3) A community board shall forward to each applicant it favorably evaluates notification of its decision and of whether or not space exists to accept the applicant.

Laws 1990, LB 409, § 9.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-417 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-417
View Statute 72-417
Status: in_force

The board shall keep full and complete minutes of all transactions occurring at its meetings, such minutes to be kept in a well-bound book, which shall be open to the inspection of the public at all reasonable times, and the board shall also keep a well-bound book or books in which shall be recorded all instruments, documents, resolutions, bylaws, or other writings under which title to money or property is given, granted, taken, or held for the use of the board, and the same shall be a public record. The board shall also keep books of account that show all receipts and disbursements and the true condition of the funds and trusts committed to its charge. Such books of account shall be audited by the person conducting the audit pursuant to section 23-1608 and by the county clerk whenever, and as often as, an audit is made of all accounts of the county. An audit of the board's books of account may be ordered by the county board at any time it deems that such an audit is advisable.

Laws 1941, c. 148, § 8, p. 586;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-418;

R.S.1943, § 72-417;

Laws 2000, LB 692, § 10.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-214 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-214
View Statute 72-214
Status: in_force

Any school district, in which there may be any educational lands, may acquire for school purposes any portion thereof, not exceeding forty acres.

Laws 1899, c. 69, § 11, p. 304;

Laws 1905, c. 144, § 1, p. 582;

Laws 1907, c. 134, § 1, p. 437;

Laws 1913, c. 40, § 1, p. 135;

R.S.1913, § 5855;

Laws 1915, c. 103, § 1, p. 247;

Laws 1921, c. 80, § 2, p. 290;

C.S.1922, § 5191;

Laws 1923, c. 61, § 1, p. 185;

Laws 1925, c. 135, § 1, p. 354;

Laws 1929, c. 188, § 1, p. 652;

C.S.1929, § 72-211;

Laws 1931, c. 118, § 1, p. 345;

Laws 1935, c. 164, § 1, p. 611;

Laws 1941, c. 145, § 1, p. 576;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-211;

Laws 1943, c. 160, § 1, p. 573;

R.S.1943, § 72-214.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-263 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-263
View Statute 72-263
Status: in_force

The resurvey made by the United States Government of school sections sixteen and thirty-six, in townships twenty-one, twenty-two and twenty-three north, of range forty-seven, west of the sixth principal meridian, in Morrill County, Nebraska, and known as tracts numbers sixty-three and sixty-four in township twenty-one; tracts numbers sixty-five and sixty-six in township twenty-two, and tracts numbers seventy-eight and seventy-nine in township twenty-three, which surveys have been approved by the Commissioner of the General Land Office, are accepted and adopted as the true and correct lines, corners, monuments and boundaries of such school sections.

Laws 1929, c. 184, § 1, p. 647;

C.S.1929, § 72-240;

R.S.1943, § 72-263.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1410 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1410
View Statute 72-1410
Status: in_force

Any agreement entered into between the state and a municipality pursuant to the provisions of sections 72-1401 to 72-1408 may provide for the following:

(1) The subleasing by the State of Nebraska to any public body corporate or political subdivision of the State of Nebraska of a portion of the space in the building or other facility with respect to which the agreement has been made; and

(2) The leasing by such municipality to any public body corporate or political subdivision of the State of Nebraska of a portion of the space in the building or other facility with respect to which the agreement has been made.

Laws 1974, LB 945, § 2.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-728 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-728
View Statute 72-728
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, the Nebraska Hall of Fame Commission shall not name more than one person to the Nebraska Hall of Fame during each five-year period beginning on and after January 1, 2005. During the first two years of each five-year period, the commission shall receive nominations of candidates to be named to the Nebraska Hall of Fame. The commission shall review the nominations and may select the finalists for induction. During the subsequent two years of each five-year period, the commission shall review the finalists, if any, and shall hold public hearings regarding the finalists in each of the congressional districts. After the hearings, the commission may select one finalist for induction. If a finalist is selected for induction, the commission shall name him or her to the Nebraska Hall of Fame during the final year of each five-year period. No individual shall be named to the Nebraska Hall of Fame until at least thirty-five years after such person's demise.

(2) Notwithstanding the limitations imposed by subsection (1) of this section, the commission shall procure an appropriate plaque upon which shall be placed the names of each Nebraskan awarded the Medal of Honor as a result of such person's services in the armed forces of the United States. Such plaque shall have sufficient space for listing the names of persons who shall be awarded the Medal of Honor in the future. The plaque shall have a suitable place in the State Capitol.

Laws 1961, c. 355, § 5, p. 1119;

Laws 1969, c. 595, § 1, p. 2448;

Laws 1976, LB 670, § 1;

Laws 1998, LB 1129, § 6;

Laws 2005, LB 37, § 2.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1246.05 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1246.05
View Statute 72-1246.05
Status: in_force

The Nebraska Investment Council may give priority to the investments authorized by section 72-1246.01 and shall liquidate other investments if necessary to meet the demand for such loans; Provided, that any investments made prior to May 24, 1971, may be retained in kind, notwithstanding the provisions of section 72-1246 , until such time as in the discretion of the Nebraska Investment Council the same may be sold for the best advantage of the retirement fund. All interest received on such loans shall be credited to the fund from which the loan was made.

Laws 1971, LB 152, § 6.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-803 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-803
View Statute 72-803
Status: reserved

(1) The state and any department or agency thereof, subject to the powers of the state building division of the Department of Administrative Services, shall have general charge of the erection of new buildings which are being erected for such department or agency, the repair and improvement of buildings under the control of such department or agency, including fire escapes, and the improvement of grounds under the control of such department or agency.

(2) Buildings and other improvements costing more than one hundred thousand dollars shall be (a) constructed under the general charge of the department or agency as provided in subsection (1) of this section and (b) let by contract to the lowest responsible bidder after proper advertisement as set forth in subsection (4) of this section. The Department of Administrative Services shall adjust the dollar amounts in this subsection every four years beginning January 1, 2026, to account for inflationary and market changes. The department shall select a construction cost index or any other published index relevant to operations and utilities costs and shall base the adjustments on the percentage changes in such index.

(3) The successful bidder at the letting shall enter into a contract with the department or agency, prepared as provided for by subsection (4) of this section, and shall furnish a bond for the faithful performance of his or her contract, except that a performance bond shall not be required for any project which has a total cost of one hundred thousand dollars or less unless the department or agency includes a bond requirement in the specifications for the project.

(4) When contracts are to be let by the department or agency as provided in subsection (2) of this section, advertisements shall be published in accordance with rules and regulations adopted and promulgated by the state building division stating that sealed proposals will be received by the department or agency at its office on the date therein stated for the furnishing of materials, the construction of buildings, or the making of repairs or improvements and that plans and specifications can be seen at the office of the department or agency. All bids or proposals shall be accompanied by a certified check or by a bid bond in a sum fixed by the department or agency and payable thereto. All such contracts shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, but the right shall be reserved to reject any and all bids. Whenever any material described in any contract can be obtained from any state institution, the department or agency shall exclude it from such a contract.

Laws 1990, LB 257, § 4;

Laws 1992, LB 1241, § 5;

Laws 1995, LB 530, § 1;

Laws 2007, LB256, § 1;

Laws 2025, LB660, § 26.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-240.18 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-240.18
View Statute 72-240.18
Status: in_force

(1) The appraisers shall consider in determining the value of the permitted improvements the cost of the permitted improvement less any depreciation, obsolescence and any want of benefit to the land.

(2) In the case of growing crops the appraisers shall assess the value of the crop as of the date of expiration of the lease. The appraisers shall consider in the case of fall-seeded grain crops the cost of seed-bed preparation, fertilization, seed and seeding.

(3) In the case of perennial crops such as alfalfa the appraisers shall consider the costs of establishing such crop, its condition as of the expiration of the lease and normal expected remaining life.

Laws 1967, c. 467, § 9, p. 1454;

Laws 1971, LB 413, § 9.

In determining value of permitted improvements made by lessee of school lands, the value of the land means that amount of money that the improvement enhances, contributes, increases, or adds to the value of the land. Pettijohn v. State Board of Educational Lands and Funds, 204 Neb. 271, 281 N.W.2d 901 (1979).

In determining value of permitted improvements made by lessee of school lands, the value of the land means that amount of money that the improvement enhances, contributes, increases, or adds to the value of the land. Pettijohn v. State Board of Educational Lands and Funds, 204 Neb. 271, 281 N.W.2d 901 (1979).

Lessee's value in a growing crop is more than the cost of seed, preparation, and planting. Friehe v. State, 199 Neb. 504, 260 N.W.2d 188 (1977).

Lessee's value in a growing crop is more than the cost of seed, preparation, and planting. Friehe v. State, 199 Neb. 504, 260 N.W.2d 188 (1977).

In the absence of agreement, a tenant on school lands has a compensable interest in the crops growing thereon on the date of termination of his lease. State v. Bush, 188 Neb. 824, 199 N.W.2d 704 (1972).

In the absence of agreement, a tenant on school lands has a compensable interest in the crops growing thereon on the date of termination of his lease. State v. Bush, 188 Neb. 824, 199 N.W.2d 704 (1972).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2207 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2207
View Statute 72-2207
Status: in_force

Before entering upon the discharge of the duties of his or her office, the administrator shall be bonded or insured as required by section 11-201 . The premium shall be paid by the state.

Laws 2004, LB 439, § 7.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-258.01 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-258.01
View Statute 72-258.01
Status: in_force

If such land should not be sold according to the provisions of sections 72-208 , 72-257 , 72-257.01 , and 72-258 , then it shall be offered for lease as the Board of Educational Lands and Funds shall provide for a period of not less than three years nor more than eight years as the board, in its discretion, shall determine. No such leased land shall be subsequently offered for sale until the expiration of such lease.

Laws 1965, c. 435, § 4, p. 1387;

Laws 1973, LB 145, § 3.

Section held constitutional. State ex rel. Belker v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 184 Neb. 621, 171 N.W.2d 156 (1969).

Section held constitutional. State ex rel. Belker v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 184 Neb. 621, 171 N.W.2d 156 (1969).

Where school land is not sold, it can be offered for lease for a six-year period. Banks v. State, 181 Neb. 106, 147 N.W.2d 132 (1966).

Where school land is not sold, it can be offered for lease for a six-year period. Banks v. State, 181 Neb. 106, 147 N.W.2d 132 (1966).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-218 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-218
View Statute 72-218
Status: in_force

The United States of America may acquire such educational lands, or portions thereof, in subdivisions of not less than forty acres, located within the boundaries of the projects now authorized by the United States of America pursuant to Public Law 848, 76th Congress, entitled An Act Authorizing the Construction of Water Conservation and Utilization Projects in the Great Plains and Arid and Semiarid Areas of the United States, approved August 11, 1939, and all acts supplementary thereto, amendatory thereof, or appropriating funds for the purposes thereof.

Laws 1941, c. 145, § 1, p. 576;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 71-211;

Laws 1943, c. 160, § 1, p. 574;

R.S.1943, § 72-218.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-412 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-412
View Statute 72-412
Status: in_force

The boards created and governed by sections 72-407 to 72-420 shall be bodies corporate and politic, and may sue and be sued, may contract or be contracted with; may acquire, hold, mortgage, and convey property, real or personal, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of acquiring abandoned federal fort sites and preserving, restoring, or developing the same in keeping with the intent and purpose of the sections above specified; may take private property for public use in acquiring such fort sites; may exercise the power of eminent domain so granted in the manner set forth in sections 76-704 to 76-724 ; may exercise all ancillary powers to carry into force and effect all powers granted in general terms; may adopt bylaws not inconsistent with the sections above specified to assist them in carrying out their functions and duties specifically granted herein; may receive and safeguard donations, gifts in cash or its equivalent, and donations in trust subservient to the uses stipulated by donors; may cooperate with and enter into contracts with the United States of America or any of its bureaus, divisions, or agencies, for the acquisition, restoration, development, and maintenance of abandoned fort sites, for the repair of existing buildings, and for the construction of buildings and other improvements thereon; may issue membership or foundation certificates, and receive the proceeds thereof under such terms and conditions as provided in the bylaws; and may issue revenue bonds for the purpose of effectuating the intent of the sections above specified in such method or manner as the bylaws shall provide.

Laws 1941, c. 148, § 3, p. 585;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-413;

R.S.1943, § 72-412;

Laws 1951, c. 101, § 112, p. 500.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-901 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-901
View Statute 72-901
Status: reserved

The Board of Educational Lands and Funds is authorized and empowered to lease any school and public lands belonging to the state and under its control, including oil and gas rights which have been or may hereafter be reserved to the state, for oil and gas exploration and development upon terms and conditions herein prescribed. In all cases where the lands are under lease for grazing, agricultural or similar purposes, the rights of such lessees shall be protected.

Laws 1943, c. 164, § 1, p. 579;

R.S.1943, § 72-901.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-413 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-413
View Statute 72-413
Status: in_force

Full and complete acceptance and assent is made and given by the State of Nebraska to all and every one of the terms and conditions set forth in the Acts of Congress which offer aid to the state for the agencies of the state government, including boards created by section 72-407 , by way of grants in aid of construction of public buildings for the preserving, restoring and developing of abandoned federal fort sites.

Laws 1941, c. 148, § 4, p. 585;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-414;

R.S.1943, § 72-413.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-262 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-262
View Statute 72-262
Status: in_force

The State of Nebraska hereby adopts the Dixon and Alt survey of the school lands included in the survey made in accordance with the special Act of Congress entitled, An act providing for the resurvey of Grant and Hooker Counties in the State of Nebraska, approved August 9, 1894, as the true and correct survey of the school lands belonging to the State of Nebraska included in that survey, and hereby adopts the lines, corners and monuments made under the above special Act of Congress for Grant and Hooker Counties, Nebraska, as the true, correct and legal boundary lines of the school lands included in that survey.

Laws 1915, c. 230, § 1, p. 534;

C.S.1922, § 5210;

C.S.1929, § 72-230;

R.S.1943, § 72-262.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-1108.29 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 81-1108.29
81-1108.29
Status: in_force

The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska is authorized to furnish and to enter into agreements with the Department of Administrative Services to furnish heat, light, and power for use at any building leased by the State of Nebraska. Any such agreement shall provide for the apportionment of costs in the same manner as is provided in section 81-1108.26 .

Laws 1967, c. 468, § 7, p. 1461;

R.R.S.1943, § 72-710.03;

Laws 1974, LB 1048, § 20.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1502 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1502
View Statute 72-1502
Status: in_force

Unless otherwise specifically provided by law, delinquent accounts shall be collected in the manner provided by sections 72-1501 to 72-1503 .

Laws 1982, LB 931, § 2.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-904 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-904
View Statute 72-904
Status: in_force

The Board of Educational Lands and Funds shall require lessees of such oil and gas leases, and assigns thereof, to furnish bonds to the state in such form and substance as may be prescribed by the board, and in amounts adequate to indemnify the state against loss, damage or detriment by reason of the failure of the lessee to fully discharge the obligations contained in the lease, or assignment thereof; Provided, that a blanket bond may be accepted by the board to cover more than one lease issued to the same lessee.

Laws 1943, c. 164, § 4, p. 580;

R.S.1943, § 72-904.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-308 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-308
View Statute 72-308
Status: in_force

A mineral prospector's lease shall be issued to the highest and best bidder. The lease issued shall provide that the royalty shall be not less than five percent, in addition to the rent to be determined by the Board of Educational Lands and Funds after examination and report by the Conservation and Survey Division of the University of Nebraska and before leasing. Such minerals or substances shall be set apart in pipelines, tanks, or other receptacles, suitable for receiving the same, to the credit and benefit of the state or, at the option of the state and by the approval of the board, the lessee shall pay the board each thirty days the gross market value thereof in cash. The state shall reserve the right to fully use and enjoy, for tillage or other agricultural use, the area leased for minerals, except such parts thereof as may be necessary for mining and development purposes, and a right-of-way over and across the premises to the place of mining or operating, and for pipelines. The lessee shall pay for all damages to growing crops, caused by such operations, and for the use of the land necessarily occupied. The lessee shall have the privilege of using sufficient water from the premises leased to run necessary boilers and engines incident to and used in the operations of the drills, mines, or development of products covered by the lease, and the right to remove the machinery, fixtures, and buildings placed on the premises by the lessee or those acting under the lessee. The state, or its authorized agent, may pay for and retain any structures or improvements sought to be removed by the lessee upon the abandonment, expiration, or cancellation of the lease.

Laws 1918, Thirty-sixth Spec. Sess., c. 7, § 8, p. 45;

C.S.1922, § 5226;

C.S.1929, § 72-308;

Laws 1943, c. 164, § 17, p. 585;

R.S.1943, § 72-308;

Laws 1969, c. 592, § 2, p. 2444;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 48.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-730 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-730
View Statute 72-730
Status: in_force

The State Capitol Restoration Fund is created. Any money in the fund available for investment shall be invested by the state investment officer pursuant to the Nebraska Capital Expansion Act and the Nebraska State Funds Investment Act.

Laws 2006, LB 1131, § 3;

Laws 2007, LB323, § 1.

Nebraska Capital Expansion Act, see section 72-1269 .

Nebraska State Funds Investment Act, see section 72-1260 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1246.03 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1246.03
View Statute 72-1246.03
Status: in_force

The Nebraska Investment Council may negotiate with the Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State Colleges for the servicing of such loans which may be purchased by the council, retained in its investment portfolio or resold as provided in section 72-1246.02 . The council may require such security for the performance of the servicing duties as it may deem necessary to insure full compliance with a servicing agreement.

Laws 1971, LB 152, § 4.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-247 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-247
View Statute 72-247
Status: in_force

A judge of the district court shall refer charges made under section 72-245 to the grand jury at each term for investigation, and it shall make presentment of all violations thereof.

Laws 1899, c. 69, § 24, p. 312;

R.S.1913, § 5868;

C.S.1922, § 5204;

C.S.1929, § 72-224;

R.S.1943, § 72-247.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-1108.27 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 81-1108.27
81-1108.27
Status: in_force

The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska is authorized to furnish and to enter into agreements with the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Correctional Services to furnish a supply of electric current to such departments at the line now maintained or hereafter constructed between the electric power plant at the Department of Correctional Services adult correctional facility and the State Capitol, which power shall be furnished by the heating plant located upon the city campus of the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, except that such electrical service to the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Correctional Services for distribution to other state buildings and institutions shall be furnished only if the same may be generated and furnished without impairment or reduction of the power necessary to proper and efficient operation of the University of Nebraska and the State Capitol, including the executive mansion.

Laws 1949, c. 216, § 2, p. 614;

Laws 1973, LB 563, § 10;

R.R.S.1943, § 72-710.01;

Laws 1974, LB 1048, § 18;

Laws 1996, LB 1044, § 863.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-257 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-257
View Statute 72-257
Status: in_force

All lands, now owned or hereafter acquired by the state for educational purposes, may be sold at the expiration of the present leases. The Board of Educational Lands and Funds shall retain all mineral rights in the land sold. Prior to such sale, the land may be appraised for purposes of sale in the same manner as privately owned land by a certified general real property appraiser appointed by the board and thereafter shall be sold at public sale at not less than the appraised value. When two or more contiguous tracts are under separate leases with different expiration dates, the board may, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the state, defer the sale of any tract having an earlier lease expiration date and may offer the tract for lease for less than twelve years to coincide with the expiring lease of the contiguous tract, in order that the contiguous lands may eventually be offered for sale on the same date.

Laws 1921, c. 81, § 1, p. 294;

C.S.1922, § 5215; C.S.1929, § 72-235;

Laws 1935, c. 163, § 17, p. 609;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-235;

Laws 1943, c. 161, § 1, p. 575;

R.S.1943, § 72-257;

Laws 1949, c. 214, § 2, p. 611;

Laws 1951, c. 239, § 1, p. 846;

Laws 1961, c. 352, § 1, p. 1112;

Laws 1963, c. 419, § 1, p. 1345;

Laws 1965, c. 435, § 2, p. 1386;

Laws 1967, c. 466, § 10, p. 1450;

Laws 1973, LB 145, § 1;

Laws 2000, LB 1010, § 3;

Laws 2006, LB 778, § 7.

Section held constitutional. State ex rel. Belker v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 184 Neb. 621, 171 N.W.2d 156 (1969).

Section held constitutional. State ex rel. Belker v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 184 Neb. 621, 171 N.W.2d 156 (1969).

In the event of sale of school land to third person, tenant has a right to compensation for improvements. Banks v. State, 181 Neb. 106, 147 N.W.2d 132 (1966).

In the event of sale of school land to third person, tenant has a right to compensation for improvements. Banks v. State, 181 Neb. 106, 147 N.W.2d 132 (1966).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-103 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-103
View Statute 72-103
Status: in_force

It shall be the duty of the several county clerks to whom any such copy shall be presented to record it in the books in which land patents are or may be recorded, and in the order in which such copy may be received. The clerks shall be entitled to the same fees for recording such copies as are allowed by law for recording deeds, which fees shall be paid them out of the General Fund upon the warrant of the Director of Administrative Services.

Laws 1872, § 3, p. 7;

R.S.1913, § 5840;

C.S.1922, § 5176;

C.S.1929, § 72-103;

R.S.1943, § 72-103.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-906 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-906
View Statute 72-906
Status: in_force

Applications for the issuance of any lease authorized by sections 72-901 to 72-912 shall be executed under oath by the applicant, applicant's agent or attorney, or an officer or agent of a corporation if the application is made by a corporation. The form of the application shall be prescribed by the Board of Educational Lands and Funds, and shall contain a description of the land, by legal subdivisions, upon which the lease is desired, and the terms upon which the applicant desires to acquire such lease.

Laws 1943, c. 164, § 6, p. 581;

R.S.1943, § 72-906.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2215 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2215
View Statute 72-2215
Status: in_force

(1)(a) The Clerk of the Legislature shall cause to be displayed within the Warner Legislative Chamber flags representing the four federally recognized tribes with headquarters in Nebraska: the Omaha Tribe of Nebraska, the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska, the Santee Sioux Nation, and the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska.

(b) The Commission on Indian Affairs shall obtain such flags, as well as poles and bases, through donations from the tribes. The Commission on Indian Affairs shall be responsible for replacing such flags, poles, and bases.

(c) The Clerk of the Legislature shall approve placement locations within the Warner Legislative Chamber. The size, proportion, and placement of such flags shall be similar to that of the flag of the United States and the flag of the State of Nebraska.

(2)(a) The State Capitol Administrator shall cause to be displayed in the Memorial Chamber on the fourteenth floor of the State Capitol the flags of any Indian tribes with historic and regional connections to Nebraska.

(b) The Commission on Indian Affairs shall designate the tribes with historic and regional connections to Nebraska and the flags to be displayed under subdivision (2)(a) of this section. The Commission on Indian Affairs shall obtain such flags, as well as poles and bases, through donations from the tribes. The Commission on Indian Affairs shall be responsible for replacing such flags, poles, and bases.

(c) The Nebraska Capitol Commission shall approve placement locations in the Memorial Chamber.

Laws 2020, LB848, § 11.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1248 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1248
View Statute 72-1248
Status: in_force

Interest, premium, and other income received from investments pursuant to sections 72-1244 and 72-1267 shall be credited to the fund from which the investment was made except as otherwise provided by law.

Laws 1969, c. 584, § 12, p. 2354;

Laws 2003, LB 149, § 2.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-818 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-818
View Statute 72-818
Status: in_force

Except as provided in section 37-330 , a state agency shall submit any request for granting a utility easement on state-owned land to the committee. The committee may only approve utility easements by majority vote. Utility easements may only be granted to political subdivisions or their contractors for utility or construction-related purposes. The committee shall certify the approval of a utility easement to the Director of Administrative Services who shall execute the instrument necessary to grant the easement. The state building division of the Department of Administrative Services shall be responsible for the implementation of easements granted under this section.

Laws 1995, LB 567, § 1;

Laws 2007, LB256, § 2.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2306 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2306
View Statute 72-2306
Status: in_force

For joint projects described in subdivision (2)(b) of section 72-2303 , the principal amount of bonds which may be issued by a qualified public agency under the Public Facilities Construction and Finance Act shall not exceed two hundred fifty thousand dollars for cities of the metropolitan and primary classes, one hundred thousand dollars for counties, cities of the first class, school districts, educational service units, and community colleges, and fifty thousand dollars for cities of the second class and villages, as to the total principal amount of such bonds which may be outstanding at any time, and the annual amounts due by reason of such bonds from each qualified public agency shall not exceed five percent of the total revenue from all sources of the obligated qualified public agency in the year prior to issuance. The principal amount of bonds of a qualified public agency in the aggregate issued for any one such joint project shall not exceed two hundred fifty thousand dollars for cities of the metropolitan and primary classes and one hundred thousand dollars for counties, cities of the first class, cities of the second class, villages, school districts, educational service units, and community colleges.

Laws 2005, LB 217, § 6;

Laws 2024, First Spec. Sess., LB34, § 19.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-205.02 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-205.02
View Statute 72-205.02
Status: in_force

Such new rental schedules according to classification and schedules of valuations shall become effective upon the first semiannual rental due date, which is ninety days or more from the date of the filing of the schedules in the office of the county treasurer, unless within forty-five days from the date of the publication of notice a petition signed (1) by at least twenty-five percent of the lessees in counties having less than one hundred leaseholders or (2) twenty-five of the lessees in counties having one hundred or more leaseholders within the county, requesting a hearing is filed in the office of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds.

Laws 1949, c. 212, § 3, p. 603;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 17.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1902 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1902
View Statute 72-1902
Status: in_force

It is the intent of the Legislature that two hundred fifty thousand dollars be appropriated from the General Fund for fiscal year 1994-95 for a program to fund tree removal, disposal, and replacement costs. The Nebraska Forest Service of the University of Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Wildlife shall administer the program through a grant process, and the program shall be known as the Nebraska Tree Recovery Program. The Nebraska Community Forestry Council shall act as an advisory body in administration of the program. The service shall adopt and promulgate rules and regulations necessary to carry out sections 72-1901 to 72-1904 .

Laws 1994, LB 695, § 2.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-205 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-205
View Statute 72-205
Status: in_force

All school land shall be subject to lease at fair market rental as determined by the Board of Educational Lands and Funds. When the board deems it expedient to raise or lower the rental and the appraised rental valuation of school lands, the board shall adopt rental schedules according to classification and schedules of valuations for the counties involved. In arriving at such rental schedules, the board shall consider the rental of other lands similarly situated and any other relevant factors bearing upon the rental of such school lands. The fair market rental as determined by the board shall then be capitalized at an annual rate of four percent to compute the appraised rental valuation.

Laws 1921, c. 80, § 1, p. 289;

C.S.1922, § 5184;

C.S.1929, § 72-204;

Laws 1933, c. 142, § 1, p. 553;

Laws 1935, c. 163, § 3, p. 594;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-204;

R.S.1943, § 72-205;

Laws 1947, c. 235, § 1, p. 743;

Laws 1949, c. 212, § 1, p. 602;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 15.

Administrative determination of value for rent purposes does not fix value which state must receive for land taken under eminent domain proceedings. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).

Administrative determination of value for rent purposes does not fix value which state must receive for land taken under eminent domain proceedings. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1704 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1704
View Statute 72-1704
Status: in_force

(1) A political subdivision, educational institution, or other organization that desires to have a vacant or partially vacant public building designated, in whole or in part, as a business incubation center shall appoint, in conjunction with political subdivisions or private organizations that agree to contribute monetarily or in kind to the center, a community board to perform the duties required by the Nebraska Small Business Incubator Act. The appointing body may designate an existing board of an economic development entity, upon consent of that entity, as the community board.

(2) Except as provided in subsection (3) of this section, the community board shall consist of not more than fifteen persons. The members of the community board shall consist of representatives from key segments of the community, including, but not limited to, political, financial, business, labor, and educational representatives. The community board shall elect from its members a chairperson.

(3) An existing board of an economic development entity designated as a community board pursuant to subsection (1) of this section need not meet the number requirements of subsection (2) of this section but shall meet the composition requirements of subsection (2) of this section.

(4) Community board members shall serve at the pleasure of the appointing bodies or until the community board is dissolved by the appointing body. Dissolution shall not occur before the expiration of any lease agreement between the community board and a public agency.

(5) Except as provided in subsection (7) of this section, the business which the community board may perform shall be conducted at a public meeting held in compliance with the Open Meetings Act.

(6) Except as provided in subsection (7) of this section, a community board shall be subject to sections 84-712 to 84-712.09 .

(7) The community board shall not disclose, orally or in writing, matters of a proprietary nature as described in subsection (7) of section 72-1708 without the consent of the applicant or tenant submitting the information.

Laws 1990, LB 409, § 4;

Laws 2004, LB 821, § 21.

Open Meetings Act, see section 84-1407 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2011 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2011
View Statute 72-2011
Status: in_force

(1) Any state or state-assisted activity or undertaking proposed within the Niobrara scenic river corridor shall be consistent with the purpose of the scenic river designation, including the scenic river's free-flowing condition and scenic, geological, biological, agricultural, historic, and prehistoric resources.

(2) The head of any state or local agency having direct or indirect jurisdiction over a proposed state or state-assisted undertaking within the Niobrara scenic river corridor and the head of any agency having authority to license or permit any undertaking in such area shall prepare a detailed proposal and submit it to the Niobrara Council for its review.

(3) The council shall review the proposal and consult with the agency. The council has ninety days after the date that the proposal is received to make a determination of whether or not the proposed action is consistent with the purposes of this section. If the council determines that the proposal is not consistent with the purposes of this section, the council shall so notify the agency and the agency shall not proceed with the action until after a justification for the action has been submitted to the Governor and approved by the Governor in writing. The justification shall include the following elements: The anticipated current, future, and cumulative effects on the scenic and natural resources of the designated scenic river corridor; the social and economic necessity for the proposed action; all possible alternatives to the proposed action including a no-action alternative; the comparative benefits of proposed alternative actions; and the mitigation measures outlined in the proposed action.

Laws 2000, LB 1234, § 7;

Laws 2002, LB 1003, § 46.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-212 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-212
View Statute 72-212
Status: in_force

No lands now owned or hereafter acquired by the state for educational purposes shall be sold except at public auction.

Laws 1921, c. 80, § 2, p. 290;

C.S.1922, § 5191;

Laws 1923, c. 61, § 1, p. 185;

Laws 1925, c. 135, § 1, p. 354;

Laws 1929, c. 188, § 1, p. 652;

C.S.1929, § 72-211;

Laws 1931, c. 118, § 1, p. 345;

Laws 1935, c. 164, § 1, p. 611;

Laws 1941, c. 145, § 1, p. 576;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-211;

Laws 1943, c. 160, § 1, p. 573;

R.S.1943, § 72-212.

Under former statute, state board had no authority to dispose of mineral rights in school lands. Briggs v. Neville, 103 Neb. 1, 170 N.W. 188 (1918).

Under former statute, state board had no authority to dispose of mineral rights in school lands. Briggs v. Neville, 103 Neb. 1, 170 N.W. 188 (1918).

The power of the Board of Commissioners to lease, sell, or dispose of school lands exists only insofar as it is directed or permitted by the Legislature. Fawn Lake Ranch Co. v. Cumbow, 102 Neb. 288, 167 N.W. 75 (1918).

The power of the Board of Commissioners to lease, sell, or dispose of school lands exists only insofar as it is directed or permitted by the Legislature. Fawn Lake Ranch Co. v. Cumbow, 102 Neb. 288, 167 N.W. 75 (1918).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-804 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-804
View Statute 72-804
Status: in_force

(1) Any new state building shall meet or exceed the requirements of the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code published by the International Code Council.

(2) Any new lighting, heating, cooling, ventilating, or water heating equipment or controls in a state-owned building and any new building envelope components installed in a state-owned building shall meet or exceed the requirements of the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code.

(3) The State Building Administrator of the Department of Administrative Services, in consultation with the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment, may specify:

(a) A more recent edition of the International Energy Conservation Code;

(b) Additional energy efficiency or renewable energy requirements for buildings; and

(c) Waivers of specific requirements which are demonstrated through life-cycle cost analysis to not be in the state's best interest. The agency receiving the funding shall be required to provide a life-cycle cost analysis to the State Building Administrator.

Laws 1999, LB 755, § 1;

Laws 2003, LB 643, § 3;

Laws 2004, LB 888, § 1;

Laws 2011, LB329, § 1;

Laws 2019, LB302, § 92;

Laws 2019, LB405, § 3;

Laws 2025, LB317, § 383.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-907 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-907
View Statute 72-907
Status: in_force

No lease shall be sold except at public auction, to be held at the office of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds, after notice of the time and place of such sale by publication two consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the State of Nebraska, and such other notice, if any, as the board may require. Proof of such publication shall be made by an affidavit of the publisher, manager, or foreman of such newspaper, to be filed in the office of the board. Subject to the board's right to reject all bids, such lease shall be sold to the highest and best bidder. The purchaser of such lease shall pay the cost of publishing the notice herein provided for. Should the lease not be sold following the publishing of such notice, the one who filed application for lease shall pay the publication costs, and, to secure the payment thereof, the board may require the applicant to furnish satisfactory security therefor.

Laws 1943, c. 164, § 7, p. 581;

R.S.1943, § 72-907;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 49.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1268.07 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1268.07
View Statute 72-1268.07
Status: in_force

(1) Each subsidiary bank of an out-of-state bank holding company shall file with the state investment officer a copy of the public section of the subsidiary bank's most current written evaluation issued pursuant to the terms of section 807 of the Community Reinvestment Act of 1977, as amended, 12 U.S.C. 2906. The copy shall be filed with the state investment officer within thirty days of receipt of the evaluation from the subsidiary bank's primary appropriate federal financial supervisory agency.

(2) On and after January 1, 1992, the state investment officer shall not further deposit or redeposit public funds as authorized by section 72-1263 in any subsidiary bank of an out-of-state bank holding company which has been assigned, by its primary appropriate federal financial supervisory agency, a rating of substantial noncompliance in meeting community credit needs. Upon the filing with the state investment officer of a copy of an updated written evaluation which reflects that the subsidiary bank is no longer assigned such rating, the subsidiary bank shall immediately be eligible for further deposit or redeposit of public funds as authorized by such section.

(3) For purposes of this section, bank holding company shall have the meaning provided in 12 U.S.C. 1841 as it exists on April 7, 1990, and appropriate federal financial supervisory agency shall have the meaning provided in 12 U.S.C. 2902 as it exists on such date.

(4) This section shall not apply to any subsidiary bank of an out-of-state bank holding company, as defined in 12 U.S.C. 1842(d) as it existed on August 26, 1983, which on March 12, 1963, owned at least two banks in this state.

(5) This section shall not be construed or interpreted in any manner to be a condition precedent to the acquisition or control of a bank in this state by an out-of-state bank or out-of-state bank holding company.

Laws 1990, LB 1146, § 2.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-1108.23 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 81-1108.23
81-1108.23
Status: in_force

The administrator may employ architects, drafters, specialized engineers, and other professional personnel to provide plans, working drawings, and specifications required for the adequate maintenance, improvement, construction, and reconstruction of the state laboratory and grounds, Governor's Mansion and grounds, and all other buildings and lands owned or leased by the State of Nebraska and under the administrator's control and may employ secretarial and administrative personnel necessary to carry out this section.

Laws 1955, c. 329, § 2, p. 1027;

R.R.S.1943, § 72-709.02;

Laws 1974, LB 1048, § 14;

Laws 1995, LB 530, § 12;

Laws 2004, LB 439, § 23.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-249 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-249
View Statute 72-249
Status: in_force

The Governor of the state is empowered and directed to receive from the United States all money that may be due or may become due to the state, and it shall be his or her duty to deposit the same without delay in the treasury of the state, taking the State Treasurer's receipts therefor. All money received from the United States, for the particular benefit of any institution, department, or activity under the jurisdiction of the Department of Health and Human Services or the Department of Correctional Services, shall be paid to the particular institution, department, or activity for the benefit of which it was received, as directed by the proper department, and by such institution, department, or activity deposited with the State Treasurer not later than the first day of the month following that in which received.

Laws 1899, c. 69, § 31, p. 314;

R.S.1913, § 5871;

Laws 1919, c. 119, § 1, p. 284;

C.S.1922, § 5206;

C.S.1929, § 72-226;

R.S.1943, § 72-249;

Laws 1963, c. 418, § 1, p. 1342;

Laws 1973, LB 563, § 9;

Laws 1996, LB 1044, § 787;

Laws 2007, LB296, § 696.

Purpose of section, see section 83-901 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2103 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2103
View Statute 72-2103
Status: in_force

The members of the Governor's Residence Advisory Commission shall serve without compensation. The members shall be reimbursed for expenses as provided in sections 81-1174 to 81-1177 .

Laws 1998, LB 1129, § 30;

Laws 2020, LB381, § 81.

Termination Date: July 1, 2026
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1250 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1250
View Statute 72-1250
Status: in_force

All securities purchased or held shall be in the custody of the State Treasurer who may deposit with a fiscal agent in any financial institution, approved by the Nebraska Investment Council, such securities as he shall consider advisable to be held in safekeeping by such agent for collection of principal and interest, or of the proceeds of sale thereof or, at the direction of the state investment officer, the State Treasurer shall have such securities held in the name of a nominee. The State Treasurer shall join with the deputy state treasurer in obtaining for the State of Nebraska a registered nominee from the American Society of Corporate Secretaries and shall hold securities registered in the nominee's name in the same manner as he shall consider appropriate for holding other securities.

Laws 1969, c. 584, § 14, p. 2354;

Laws 1974, LB 925, § 1.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-701.05 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-701.05
View Statute 72-701.05
Status: in_force

(1) The official designation of the location or locations of the emergency seat of state government, and the removal thereto of the government of the state, shall in no event precede: (a) The inception of an attack; or (b) the inception of a strategic or tactical warning period duly proclaimed by the President of the United States, the Governor of Nebraska, or by both such officials, and based on the imminence of an attack.

(2) Prior to any such attack or warning period, however, and subject to such rules and regulations as the Governor may promulgate, such preliminary plans and preparations may be made as shall be deemed necessary and advisable to facilitate the subsequent accomplishment, during such emergency, of the actions provided in sections 72-701.01 to 72-701.06 . Such planning and preparations may include any or all of the following steps, but shall not necessarily be limited thereto: (a) Selection of a tentative location or locations for the emergency seat of state government in the event that, as provided in subsection (1) of this section, it subsequently becomes necessary and advisable to designate such tentative location or locations as the official location or locations of the emergency seat of state government; (b) negotiation with local authorities, property owners, and other proper persons, for the possible use and occupancy of specific buildings or areas or buildings and areas, at or near such tentative location or locations, for the purposes mentioned in sections 72-701.01 to 72-701.06 during a subsequent emergency; and (c) storing and stockpiling, at or near the tentative location or locations, of essential supplies and equipment, and vital records or duplicates thereof which would be necessary to permit the continuity of the governmental operations of the state in an emergency.

(3) Prior to an attack or warning period, as set out in subsection (1) of this section, neither the state, nor any official or agency thereof, shall, except only for the storage and safeguarding of vital records and duplicates thereof, purchase, contract for the purchase of, or obligate funds of the state for the purchase of any real estate or appurtenance thereto, for subsequent use as an emergency seat of state government.

Laws 1959, c. 332, § 5, p. 1208.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1249.02 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1249.02
View Statute 72-1249.02
Status: in_force

The State Investment Officer's Cash Fund is created. A pro rata share of the budget appropriated for the council shall be charged to the income of each fund managed, and such charges shall be transferred to the State Investment Officer's Cash Fund. The allocation of charges may be made by any method determined to be reasonably related to actual costs incurred by the council. Approval of the agencies and boards administering these funds shall not be required.

It is the intent of this section to have funds managed by the state investment officer pay a pro rata share of the investment management expense when this is not prohibited by statute or the constitution.

Management, custodial, and service costs which are a direct expense of state funds may be paid from the income of such funds when this is not prohibited by statute or the Constitution of Nebraska. For purposes of this section, management, custodial, and service costs shall include, but not be limited to, investment counsel fees for managing assets, real estate mortgage loan service fees, real estate management fees, and custody fees for fund securities. All such fees shall be approved by the council and the state investment officer.

Beginning on March 31, 2016, a pro rata share of the budget appropriated for the council shall be charged to the income of the Class V School Employees Retirement Fund, and such charges shall be transferred to the State Investment Officer's Cash Fund. The allocation of charges among a retirement system provided for under the Class V School Employees Retirement Act and the other funds managed by the council may be made by any method determined to be reasonably related to actual costs incurred by the council. Approval of the board of education, the board of trustees, or the retirement board, as defined in section 79-978 and as provided for in section 79-980 , shall not be required.

Laws 1983, LB 468, § 1;

Laws 1987, LB 31, § 2;

Laws 1987, LB 786, § 1;

Laws 2002, LB 407, § 20;

Laws 2016, LB447, § 7;

Laws 2021, LB147, § 2.

Class V School Employees Retirement Act, see section 79-978.01 .

This section authorizes an investment officer to enter into contracts for investment management services. Myers v. Nebraska Invest. Council, 272 Neb. 669, 724 N.W.2d 776 (2006).

This section authorizes an investment officer to enter into contracts for investment management services. Myers v. Nebraska Invest. Council, 272 Neb. 669, 724 N.W.2d 776 (2006).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-503 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-503
View Statute 72-503
Status: in_force

If the lessee defaults in the payment of his interest or rental for more than one year, the Board of Educational Lands and Funds may cause notice to be given and a forfeiture declared as provided by law regulating the leasing of school lands, and when so forfeited the land shall be again offered for lease after having been advertised as provided by law.

Laws 1889, c. 94, § 7, p. 582;

R.S.1913, § 5878;

C.S.1922, § 5240;

C.S.1929, § 72-503;

R.S.1943, § 72-503.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-255 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-255
View Statute 72-255
Status: in_force

The Board of Educational Lands and Funds is further authorized to secure from the holders of any leases of any educational lands lying in any federal forest reserve, surrenders, relinquishments, or cancellation of such leases. If the board and the holder of any such leases cannot agree upon the terms for such surrender, relinquishment, or cancellation, the board may take over the interest of such holder by the exercise of the power of eminent domain. The procedure to condemn property shall be exercised in the manner set forth in sections 76-704 to 76-724 .

Laws 1917, c. 212, § 3, p. 520;

C.S.1922, § 5213;

C.S.1929, § 72-233;

R.S.1943, § 72-255;

Laws 1951, c. 101, § 111, p. 499;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 43.

State may condemn leasehold for forest reserve. State of Nebraska v. United States, 164 F.2d 866 (8th Cir. 1947).

State may condemn leasehold for forest reserve. State of Nebraska v. United States, 164 F.2d 866 (8th Cir. 1947).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-819.01 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-819.01
View Statute 72-819.01
Status: in_force

The Museum Construction and Maintenance Fund is hereby created. The fund shall consist of transfers at the direction of the Legislature and any gifts, bequests, or other contributions to such fund from public or private entities. The Game and Parks Commission shall administer the fund. The fund shall be used to (1) provide grants to a federally recognized Indian tribe for the purposes of construction of a museum and visitor center honoring Chief Standing Bear, including visitor center development, exhibit fabrication, and historical interpretation, and for any administrative costs related to the grants, and (2) construct, develop, and manage a museum at Fort Robinson State Park. Any money in the fund available for investment shall be invested by the state investment officer pursuant to the Nebraska Capital Expansion Act and the Nebraska State Funds Investment Act. Investment earnings shall be credited to the fund.

Laws 2024, LB164, § 44;

Laws 2024, LB1413, § 31.

Nebraska Capital Expansion Act, see section 72-1269 .

Nebraska State Funds Investment Act, see section 72-1260 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-223 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-223
View Statute 72-223
Status: in_force

The condemnation proceedings provided in sections 72-213 to 72-222 shall not operate to deprive the State of Nebraska of any mineral rights in the lands taken for the special purposes authorized by said sections, and, except as to land acquired by the United States of America, when any such land shall cease to be used for the special purpose for which it was acquired, it shall revert to the State of Nebraska as educational land. On lands acquired in this manner by the Game and Parks Commission all mineral income shall accrue to the appropriate state school funds; Provided, that all mineral extraction and exploration shall be conducted in a manner to be approved by both the Board of Educational Lands and Funds and the Game and Parks Commission.

Laws 1941, c. 145, § 1, p. 576;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-211;

Laws 1943, c. 160, § 1, p. 574;

R.S.1943, § 72-223;

Laws 1965, c. 433, § 2, p. 1381.

Possibility of reverter to state was so remote as not to have any value in eminent domain proceedings. State v. Cheyenne County, 157 Neb. 533, 60 N.W.2d 593 (1953).

Possibility of reverter to state was so remote as not to have any value in eminent domain proceedings. State v. Cheyenne County, 157 Neb. 533, 60 N.W.2d 593 (1953).

A condemner cannot acquire any mineral rights in land taken under eminent domain, and the value of such rights is to be excluded in determining compensation to be paid. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).

A condemner cannot acquire any mineral rights in land taken under eminent domain, and the value of such rights is to be excluded in determining compensation to be paid. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).

Where the state had given a contract to sell school land by which it agreed to give a deed in fee simple, the fact that after such contract was made the Constitution was amended making it illegal to deed away mineral rights on school lands would not prevent the state from conveying the land under terms of the original contract when payment in full was made. Reavis v. State, 140 Neb. 442, 300 N.W. 344 (1941).

Where the state had given a contract to sell school land by which it agreed to give a deed in fee simple, the fact that after such contract was made the Constitution was amended making it illegal to deed away mineral rights on school lands would not prevent the state from conveying the land under terms of the original contract when payment in full was made. Reavis v. State, 140 Neb. 442, 300 N.W. 344 (1941).

Mineral rights in state school lands cannot be conveyed in the absence of legislative sanction for such disposition. Briggs v. Neville, 103 Neb. 1, 170 N.W. 188 (1918).

Mineral rights in state school lands cannot be conveyed in the absence of legislative sanction for such disposition. Briggs v. Neville, 103 Neb. 1, 170 N.W. 188 (1918).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2201 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2201
View Statute 72-2201
Status: in_force

Sections 72-2201 to 72-2216 shall be known and may be cited as the Nebraska State Capitol Preservation and Restoration Act.

Laws 2004, LB 439, § 1;

Laws 2005, LB 684, § 1;

Laws 2020, LB848, § 10;

Laws 2023, LB818, § 17.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2102 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2102
View Statute 72-2102
Status: in_force

The Governor's Residence Advisory Commission consists of the following members: (1) The Governor's spouse; (2) the Director of Administrative Services or his or her designee; (3) the administrator of the Task Force for Building Renewal; (4) six at-large members, two from each congressional district, with no more than three of the six members being from the same political party; (5) the Director of the Nebraska State Historical Society; and (6) a current professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers. The Governor's spouse is designated the chairperson of the Governor's Residence Advisory Commission. If the Governor is unmarried or the Governor's spouse is unable to fulfill his or her duties on the commission, the Governor shall appoint an at-large member to fill that seat on the commission. The at-large member shall have the same duties as the Governor's spouse would have had. The Director of Administrative Services or his or her designee is designated the vice-chairperson of the commission. The administrator of the Task Force for Building Renewal is designated the secretary of the commission and is responsible for the submission of the annual report and any other reports or correspondence from the commission.

Laws 1998, LB 1129, § 29.

Termination Date: July 1, 2026
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-234 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-234
View Statute 72-234
Status: in_force

The board shall, if the foregoing proceedings appear to be regular, issue to the applicant a lease on the land. Each lease shall contain a covenant or provision (1) that the Board of Educational Lands and Funds may, whenever such board deems it to be for the best interest of the state, adjust the rental of such lands; (2) that the lessee will not sublease or otherwise dispose of such lands without the written consent of the board and will commit no waste or damage on the land nor permit others to do so; (3) that the lessee will observe and carry out soil conservation requirements according to the rules and regulations of the board; (4) that the lessee will pay for the use of such lands the fair market rental as determined by the board; (5) that, upon a failure to pay any rental for a period of sixty days from the time the payment becomes due or upon failure to perform any of the covenants of the lease, the lease may be forfeited and fully set aside, as provided for in sections 72-235 to 72-239 ; (6) that the lessee will promptly pay the rental semiannually in advance; (7) that in the event the lessee shall fail to pay rental in advance by the due date, interest shall be assessed at an annual interest rate of nine percent until such time as the rent is paid; and (8) that the premises will be surrendered at the expiration of the lease, unless renewed, or upon violation of any of the terms of the lease. Leases shall be for periods of five to twelve years less the period intervening between the date of the execution of the lease and December 31 of the previous year. The board may offer a lease for a period of less than five years if a lease failed to generate interest at an auction and if the board agrees that reducing the minimum lease term will attract a bid or bids for such a lease. When two or more contiguous tracts are under separate lease with different expiration dates, the board may, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the state, offer leases for less than twelve years on tracts having the earlier lease expiration date, to coincide with the last expiring lease, in order that all contiguous lands eventually may be offered under one lease.

Laws 1899, c. 69, § 15, p. 306;

R.S.1913, § 5861;

C.S.1922, § 5197;

C.S.1929, § 72-217;

Laws 1935, c. 163, § 10, p. 602;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-217;

Laws 1943, c. 159, § 1(2), p. 572;

R.S.1943, § 72-234;

Laws 1947, c. 235, § 5, p. 746;

Laws 1949, c. 212, § 6, p. 604;

Laws 1965, c. 438, § 2, p. 1392;

Laws 1967, c. 466, § 9, p. 1449;

Laws 1974, LB 894, § 2;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 25;

Laws 2021, LB528, § 15.

Board authorized to readvertise sale of lease where upset bid received after public auction, but before board acceptance of highest bid. Anderson v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 198 Neb. 793, 256 N.W.2d 318 (1977).

Board authorized to readvertise sale of lease where upset bid received after public auction, but before board acceptance of highest bid. Anderson v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 198 Neb. 793, 256 N.W.2d 318 (1977).

Improvements should be appraised as of the date of execution of lease. Jessen v. Blackard, 159 Neb. 103, 65 N.W.2d 345 (1954).

Improvements should be appraised as of the date of execution of lease. Jessen v. Blackard, 159 Neb. 103, 65 N.W.2d 345 (1954).

Cited in summarizing history of litigation over renewal of school land leases. State ex rel. Ebke v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 159 Neb. 79, 65 N.W.2d 392 (1954).

Cited in summarizing history of litigation over renewal of school land leases. State ex rel. Ebke v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 159 Neb. 79, 65 N.W.2d 392 (1954).

Highest bidder at public sale is not entitled to lease until it has been approved by board. State ex rel. Raitt v. Peterson, 156 Neb. 678, 57 N.W.2d 280 (1953).

Highest bidder at public sale is not entitled to lease until it has been approved by board. State ex rel. Raitt v. Peterson, 156 Neb. 678, 57 N.W.2d 280 (1953).

ke v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 159 Neb. 79, 65 N.W.2d 392 (1954).

Highest bidder at public sale is not entitled to lease until it has been approved by board. State ex rel. Raitt v. Peterson, 156 Neb. 678, 57 N.W.2d 280 (1953).

Highest bidder at public sale is not entitled to lease until it has been approved by board. State ex rel. Raitt v. Peterson, 156 Neb. 678, 57 N.W.2d 280 (1953).

New leases run for period of twelve years. State v. Cooley, 156 Neb. 330, 56 N.W.2d 129 (1952); State v. Gardner, 156 Neb. 326, 56 N.W.2d 135 (1952).

New leases run for period of twelve years. State v. Cooley, 156 Neb. 330, 56 N.W.2d 129 (1952); State v. Gardner, 156 Neb. 326, 56 N.W.2d 135 (1952).

School land lease is personal property. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).

School land lease is personal property. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1001 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1001
View Statute 72-1001
Status: in_force

The Nebraska Capital Construction Fund is created. The fund shall consist of revenue and transfers credited to the fund as authorized by law. Money shall be appropriated from the fund to state agencies for making payments on projects as determined by the Legislature, including, but not limited to, purchases of land, structural improvements to land, acquisition of buildings, construction of buildings, including architectural and engineering costs, replacement of or major repairs to structural improvements to land or buildings, additions to existing structures, remodeling of buildings, and acquisition of equipment and furnishings of new or remodeled buildings. The fund shall be administered by the State Treasurer as a multiple-agency-use fund and appropriated to state agencies as determined by the Legislature. Transfers may be made from the fund to the Capitol Restoration Cash Fund at the direction of the Legislature. Any money in the Nebraska Capital Construction Fund available for investment shall be invested by the state investment officer pursuant to the Nebraska Capital Expansion Act and the Nebraska State Funds Investment Act. Prior to July 1, 2025, any investment earnings from investment of money in the Nebraska Capital Construction Fund shall be credited to such fund, except that for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25, any investment earnings from investment of money in the Nebraska Capital Construction Fund from transfers credited to such fund that are designated for the construction of a new state prison shall be credited as provided in section 84-622 . Beginning July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027, any investment earnings from investment of money in the Nebraska Capital Construction Fund shall be credited to the General Fund. Beginning July 1, 2027, any investment earnings from investment of money in the Nebraska Capital Construction Fund shall be credited to the fund.

Laws 2005, LB 426, § 1;

Laws 2009, First Spec. Sess., LB2, § 3;

Laws 2017, LB331, § 39;

Laws 2023, LB531, § 28;

Laws 2024, LB164, § 16;

Laws 2025, LB264, § 155.

Nebraska Capital Expansion Act, see section 72-1269 .

Nebraska State Funds Investment Act, see section 72-1260 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-729.01 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-729.01
View Statute 72-729.01
Status: in_force

There is hereby created the Hall of Fame Trust Fund to be administered by the Nebraska Hall of Fame Commission for the purpose of the creation, design, size, configuration, and placement of busts or other appropriate objects as authorized in section 72-729 . Deposits to such fund shall include money received from public donation and from funds appropriated specifically for such purpose by the Legislature. The State Treasurer shall transfer ten thousand dollars from the General Fund to the Hall of Fame Trust Fund annually beginning with fiscal year 2021-22, between July 1 and July 30 of each year, on such date as directed by the budget administrator of the budget division of the Department of Administrative Services, except that if the balance of the Hall of Fame Trust Fund exceeds fifty thousand dollars on the last day of the preceding fiscal year, such transfer shall not take place. Any money in the fund available for investment shall be invested by the state investment officer pursuant to the Nebraska Capital Expansion Act and the Nebraska State Funds Investment Act.

Laws 1973, LB 282, § 1;

Laws 1998, LB 1129, § 8;

Laws 2021, LB384, § 13;

Laws 2023, LB818, § 16.

Nebraska Capital Expansion Act, see section 72-1269 .

Nebraska State Funds Investment Act, see section 72-1260 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-813 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-813
View Statute 72-813
Status: in_force

(1) Each state agency shall by September 15 of each year submit to the State Building Administrator a list of all state-owned buildings and land for which it is responsible and shall note the current and planned uses of each building and parcel of land. The State Building Administrator shall compile the information on state-owned buildings and land and provide it, along with any other information or recommendations he or she may consider relevant to the purposes of sections 72-811 to 72-818 , to the Vacant Building and Excess Land Committee and to the Legislative Fiscal Analyst. The information provided to the Legislative Fiscal Analyst shall be submitted electronically.

(2) The committee shall meet to review the information and consider further action or possible amendments to orders made pursuant to this section. If the committee determines that there is reason to believe that any particular state-owned building or piece of land is vacant or excess, the committee shall review the status of the building or land and by majority vote determine whether it should be declared vacant or excess.

(3) If the committee declares a building or land to be vacant or excess, it shall order either maintenance of the building or land by the state building division of the Department of Administrative Services or the disposal of the building or land through sale, lease, demolition, or otherwise. Any order for disposal of a building may include related lands. In determining the appropriate action to be taken in regard to a building or land, the committee shall consider the benefits to the state of the alternative possible actions, including cost-effectiveness, other possible future uses of the building or land for state purposes, and the necessity or utility of the building or land for the furtherance of existing or planned state programs.

Laws 1988, LB 1143, § 3;

Laws 1990, LB 830, § 3;

Laws 1992, LB 1241, § 8;

Laws 1995, LB 567, § 4;

Laws 2012, LB782, § 130.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2005 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2005
View Statute 72-2005
Status: in_force

As a result of the recent federal court ruling in National Parks and Conservation Association v. National Park Service and in order to maintain an aspect of local control over the Niobrara scenic river corridor, the Legislature finds that there is a need to reconstitute the existing Niobrara Council with the express authority and responsibility to manage the Niobrara scenic river corridor in conjunction with the National Park Service. The purpose of the Niobrara Scenic River Act is to effectuate changes in the council necessary to ensure the continuation of the cooperative management relationship between the Niobrara Council and the National Park Service so that local participation and control over this valuable natural resource can be maintained.

Laws 2000, LB 1234, § 1;

Laws 2002, LB 1003, § 42.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1239 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1239
View Statute 72-1239
Status: in_force

The purpose of the council is to formulate and establish such policies as it may deem necessary and proper which shall govern the methods, practices, and procedures followed by the state investment officer for the investment or reinvestment of state funds and funds described in section 83-133 and the purchase, sale, or exchange of securities as provided by the Nebraska State Funds Investment Act. The council shall meet from time to time as directed by the Governor or the chairperson or as requested by the state investment officer. The members of the council, except the State Treasurer, the director of the Nebraska Public Employees Retirement Systems, and beginning January 1, 2017, each administrator of a retirement system provided for under the Class V School Employees Retirement Act, shall be paid seventy-five dollars per diem. The members shall be reimbursed for expenses incurred in connection with the performance of their duties as members as provided in sections 81-1174 to 81-1177 .

Laws 1969, c. 584, § 3, p. 2350;

Laws 1981, LB 204, § 145;

Laws 1985, LB 335, § 1;

Laws 1991, LB 368, § 2;

Laws 1996, LB 847, § 20;

Laws 1997, LB 4, § 1;

Laws 2005, LB 503, § 6;

Laws 2016, LB447, § 3;

Laws 2020, LB381, § 79.

Class V School Employees Retirement Act, see section 79-978.01 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-726 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-726
View Statute 72-726
Status: in_force

The purpose of the Nebraska Hall of Fame shall be to bring to public attention and to recognize officially those people who, in their lives, have achieved prominence and who were outstanding Nebraskans. For the purpose of this section Nebraskans shall mean those (1) who were born in Nebraska, (2) who gained prominence while living in Nebraska, or (3) who lived in Nebraska and whose residence in Nebraska was an important influence on their lives and which contributed to their greatness.

Laws 1961, c. 355, § 3, p. 1118.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-238 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-238
View Statute 72-238
Status: in_force

Movable improvements on lands reverting to the state through forfeiture shall be sold under the direction of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds at public auction, and the proceeds received therefrom shall inure to the holder of the forfeited lease, after payment has been made to the state for delinquent interest or rental, expenses incurred in holding such auctions, and irrigation taxes due the irrigation district in which the land is situated.

Laws 1899, c. 69, § 17, p. 309;

Laws 1903, c. 100, § 1, p. 571;

R.S.1913, § 5863;

C.S.1922, § 5199;

Laws 1927, c. 192, § 1, p. 548;

C.S.1929, § 72-219;

Laws 1935, c. 163, § 12, p. 605;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-219;

R.S.1943, § 72-238;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 30.

This section indicates that movable improvements are the property of the lessee. Blomquist v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 170 Neb. 741, 104 N.W.2d 264 (1960).

This section indicates that movable improvements are the property of the lessee. Blomquist v. Board of Educational Lands & Funds, 170 Neb. 741, 104 N.W.2d 264 (1960).

Legislature clearly intended that lessee should be encouraged to improve lands by good husbandry by providing for reimbursement for improvements and reducing land to cultivation. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).

Legislature clearly intended that lessee should be encouraged to improve lands by good husbandry by providing for reimbursement for improvements and reducing land to cultivation. State v. Platte Valley P. P. & I. Dist., 147 Neb. 289, 23 N.W.2d 300 (1946).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1501 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1501
View Statute 72-1501
Status: in_force

For purposes of sections 72-1501 to 72-1503 , unless the context otherwise requires:

(1) Agency shall mean the State of Nebraska or any agency, commission, department, division, or office thereof, including the University of Nebraska and the state colleges;

(2) Account shall mean any amount of money owed to any agency by a political subdivision;

(3) Delinquent, as it applies to accounts, shall mean any account, not the subject of a bona fide dispute or litigation, that is not paid on or before the date specified by statute, rule, regulation, agreement, or court order, or the prior notice of the agency that payment of such account is now due;

(4) Political subdivision shall mean any city, village, township, district, county, or other political subdivision of the State of Nebraska;

(5) Director shall mean the Director of Administrative Services; and

(6) State aid payment shall mean any money appropriated from the General Fund for payment to a political subdivision.

Laws 1982, LB 931, § 1.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-812 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-812
View Statute 72-812
Status: in_force

The Vacant Building and Excess Land Committee is hereby created. The committee shall be composed of the Director of Administrative Services, the State Building Administrator, and the administrator of the Task Force for Building Renewal created pursuant to section 81-174 . When reviewing and considering action to be taken in regard to a particular building or piece of land, the committee shall also include a representative of the state agency responsible for the building or land as a nonvoting member.

The Vacant Building and Excess Land Committee terminates July 1, 2026. This section terminates on July 1, 2026.

Laws 1988, LB 1143, § 2;

Laws 1990, LB 830, § 2;

Laws 1992, LB 1241, § 7;

Laws 1997, LB 314, § 3;

Laws 2025, LB346, § 48.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-233.01 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-233.01
View Statute 72-233.01
Status: in_force

In order for any person to be eligible to bid on a school land lease, he must file a bank draft, certified check or cash for each lease with the county treasurer of the county in which the land is located prior to the sale, payable to the Board of Educational Lands and Funds, equivalent to rent of the first year of the lease on each parcel or tract on which he contemplates bidding. Any bidder who is unsuccessful in the bidding shall have his deposit returned to him immediately after the acceptance of the bid by the Board of Educational Lands and Funds. The deposit of the acceptable bidder shall be applied either on the bonus bid or the rent for the first year. If the accepted bidder fails to pay either the bonus bid or rent for the first year of the lease, he shall forfeit the amount of the deposit and the Board of Educational Lands and Funds shall resubmit the land for bids and a new lease.

Laws 1961, c. 350, § 1, p. 1104;

Laws 1963, c. 416, § 2, p. 1339;

Laws 1965, c. 437, § 1, p. 1390;

Laws 1967, c. 466, § 8, p. 1448.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1243 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1243
View Statute 72-1243
Status: in_force

(1) Except as otherwise specifically provided by law, the state investment officer shall direct the investment and reinvestment of money in all state funds not currently needed and all funds described in section 83-133 and order the purchase, sale, or exchange of securities for such funds. He or she shall notify the State Treasurer of any payment, receipt, or delivery that may be required as a result of any investment decision, which notification shall be the authorization and direction for the State Treasurer to make such disbursement, receipt, or delivery from the appropriate fund.

(2) The council shall have an analysis made of the investment returns that have been achieved on the assets of each retirement system administered by the Public Employees Retirement Board as provided in section 84-1503 and on the assets of each retirement system provided for under the Class V School Employees Retirement Act. By March 31 of each year, the analysis shall be presented to the board and the Nebraska Retirement Systems Committee of the Legislature. The analysis shall be prepared by an independent organization which has demonstrated expertise to perform this type of analysis and for which there exists no conflict of interest in the analysis being provided. The analysis may be waived by the council for any retirement system with assets of less than one million dollars.

(3) By April 10 of each year, the council shall prepare a written plan of action and shall present such plan to the Nebraska Retirement Systems Committee of the Legislature at a public hearing. The plan shall include, but not be limited to, the council's investment portfolios, investment strategies, the duties and limitations of the state investment officer, and an organizational structure of the council's office.

Laws 1969, c. 584, § 7, p. 2351;

Laws 1971, LB 53, § 7;

Laws 1985, LB 335, § 2;

Laws 1991, LB 549, § 21;

Laws 1996, LB 847, § 24;

Laws 2005, LB 503, § 7;

Laws 2011, LB509, § 14;

Laws 2016, LB447, § 5;

Laws 2019, LB33, § 1;

Laws 2022, LB700, § 4.

Class V School Employees Retirement Act, see section 79-978.01 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2501 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2501
View Statute 72-2501
Status: in_force

The Nebraska Incentives Fund is created. Transfers may be made from the fund to the General Fund at the direction of the Legislature. Any money in the Nebraska Incentives Fund available for investment shall be invested by the state investment officer pursuant to the Nebraska Capital Expansion Act and the Nebraska State Funds Investment Act.

Laws 2008, LB914, § 24;

Laws 2009, First Spec. Sess., LB3, § 51.

Nebraska Capital Expansion Act, see section 72-1269 .

Nebraska State Funds Investment Act, see section 72-1260 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-242 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-242
View Statute 72-242
Status: in_force

The publisher of any advertisement in connection with the forfeiture, leasing or sale of any educational lands shall be allowed the fees fixed by law for publishing legal notices, or standard commercial rates when the board elects to use commercial advertising.

Laws 1899, c. 69, § 19, p. 310;

R.S.1913, § 5865;

Laws 1921, c. 80, § 3, p. 293;

C.S.1922, § 5201;

Laws 1927, c. 190, § 1, p. 545;

C.S.1929, § 72-221;

Laws 1933, c. 96, § 12, p. 391;

Laws 1941, c. 180, § 3, p. 701;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-221;

R.S.1943, § 72-242;

Laws 1947, c. 235, § 8, p. 750;

Laws 1974, LB 894, § 3.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1250.01 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1250.01
View Statute 72-1250.01
Status: in_force

Whenever cash funds belonging to the State of Nebraska shall be deposited with any fiscal agent authorized by section 72-1250 , the holding thereof shall be and constitute an investment made pursuant to direction of the state investment officer for purposes of subdivision (7) of section 84-602 .

Laws 1974, LB 925, § 2;

Laws 2021, LB509, § 8.

State Treasurer, duties, see section 84-602 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1264 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1264
View Statute 72-1264
Status: in_force

Funds shall be offered for deposit as they become available. The time of such deposit shall be known as an investment date. The state investment officer may make prudent interim investments. If the funds available for investment are less than the amount required for banks, capital stock financial institutions, or qualifying mutual financial institutions under section 72-1263 , the state investment officer shall prorate the available funds among the desiring banks, capital stock financial institutions, or qualifying mutual financial institutions.

Laws 1978, LB 258, § 4;

Laws 2000, LB 932, § 36;

Laws 2002, LB 957, § 27;

Laws 2003, LB 175, § 5.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2209 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2209
View Statute 72-2209
Status: in_force

The administrator, with the advice of the commission, shall employ all assistants, architects, engineers, janitors, custodians, and caretakers necessary for the efficient and economical discharge of the duties imposed by the Nebraska State Capitol Preservation and Restoration Act. All such employees, except for the administrator, shall be included within the State Personnel System. The administrator shall purchase, through the materiel division of the Department of Administrative Services, such supplies, material, and equipment as may be necessary for the proper maintenance of the State Capitol and capitol grounds. The total expenditures for such purposes shall not exceed the appropriations made therefor.

Laws 2004, LB 439, § 9.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-909 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-909
View Statute 72-909
Status: reserved

There shall be reserved, from leases granted pursuant hereto, the right to fully use and enjoy, for agricultural and grazing purposes, the area leased for oil and gas purposes, except such parts thereof as may be necessary for use in the development and operation thereof for oil and gas and in the marketing of production therefrom. The owner of the agricultural and grazing rights, as to lands covered by any oil and gas lease issued hereunder, shall have prior right to the use of water on said premises. The lessee shall pay all damages to growing crops, including grass, caused by operations under such lease, and, after due notice thereof, shall protect the lessor from claims of such nature.

Laws 1943, c. 164, § 9, p. 582;

R.S.1943, § 72-909.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1262 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1262
View Statute 72-1262
Status: in_force

For purposes of the Nebraska Capital Expansion Act, unless the context otherwise requires:

(1) Bank means a state-chartered or federally chartered bank which has a main chartered office in this state, any branch thereof in this state, or any branch in this state of a state-chartered or federally chartered bank which maintained a main chartered office in this state prior to becoming a branch of such state-chartered or federally chartered bank;

(2) Capital stock financial institution means a capital stock state building and loan association, a capital stock federal savings and loan association, a capital stock federal savings bank, or a capital stock state savings bank, which has a main chartered office in this state, any branch thereof in this state, or any branch in this state of a capital stock financial institution which maintained a main chartered office in this state prior to becoming a branch of such capital stock financial institution;

(3) Time deposit open account means a bank account or a deposit with a capital stock financial institution or a qualifying mutual financial institution with respect to which there is in force a written contract which provides that neither the whole nor any part of such deposit may be withdrawn, by check or otherwise, prior to the date of maturity, which date shall be not less than thirty days after the date of the deposit, or prior to the expiration of the period of notice which shall be given by the state investment officer in writing not less than thirty days in advance of withdrawal. The time deposit open account contract shall be uniform and shall be furnished by the state investment officer to each bank, capital stock financial institution, or qualifying mutual financial institution for execution;

(4) Funds available for investment means all funds over which the state investment officer has investment jurisdiction less those funds necessary for operations and except those funds which are eligible for long-term investment; and

(5) Qualifying mutual financial institution has the same meaning as in section 77-2365.01 .

Laws 1978, LB 258, § 2;

Laws 1985, LB 614, § 1;

Laws 1992, LB 757, § 23;

Laws 1997, LB 275, § 1;

Laws 2002, LB 957, § 25;

Laws 2003, LB 175, § 3;

Laws 2004, LB 999, § 43.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-259 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-259
View Statute 72-259
Status: in_force

(1) The Board of Educational Lands and Funds shall deposit the proceeds of the sales of educational lands with the State Treasurer for the benefit of the various funds as provided in this section.

(2) The proceeds of the sales of common school and saline educational lands shall be deposited with the State Treasurer for the benefit of the permanent school fund of the state.

(3) The proceeds of the sales of university educational trust lands shall be deposited with the State Treasurer for the benefit of the Permanent Endowment Fund referred to in section 85-123 .

(4) The proceeds of the sales of state college educational trust lands shall be deposited with the State Treasurer for the benefit of the endowment fund referred to in section 85-317 .

Laws 1921, c. 81, § 3, p. 295;

C.S.1922, § 5217;

C.S.1929, § 72-237;

R.S.1943, § 72-259;

Laws 1996, LB 1205, § 4.

Permanent school fund, see Article VII, sections 5 and 9, Constitution of Nebraska.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-240.22 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-240.22
View Statute 72-240.22
Status: in_force

The permitted improvements and growing crops covered by sections 72-240.10 to 72-240.23 and 72-258 shall be deemed to be separate permitted improvements and if the board and the lessee agree as to the value of some permitted improvements but disagree as to the value of others, only those on which they do not agree need be appraised under the appraisal provisions of sections 72-240.10 to 72-240.23 and 72-258 .

Laws 1967, c. 467, § 13, p. 1455;

Laws 1971, LB 413, § 12;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 38.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-723 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-723
View Statute 72-723
Status: in_force

All monuments and memorials now fixed to the building or the grounds of the State Capitol shall be regarded as permanent fixtures, and shall not be removed without the consent of the Legislature.

Laws 1953, c. 262, § 1, p. 872.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-1108.31 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 81-1108.31
81-1108.31
Status: in_force

Whenever any improvement district for the opening, widening, or otherwise improving Fifteenth Street in the city of Lincoln, Nebraska, which connects, adjoins, and is adjacent to the State Capitol and the University of Nebraska, is created by the Mayor and the City Council of the city of Lincoln, Nebraska, the President of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska and the State Capitol Administrator are hereby authorized to sign petitions for the creation of an improvement district including that portion of Fifteenth Street in Lincoln, Nebraska, leading from the State Capitol to the university campus. This is for no other purpose than to form a plan and program, with the gathering of data and cost for the improvement of that portion of Fifteenth Street. Such plan shall be submitted electronically to the Legislature which shall render its approval or rejection before any liability whatsoever for the consummation of such plan shall be fixed or made. Neither the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska nor the administrator shall expend any money, nor shall the provisions of this section be construed to authorize the expenditure of any public funds whatsoever, except for the preliminary survey incident to the formation of such improvement plans, until the same shall have been authorized by a specific appropriation of the Legislature for the purpose based on the tentative plans so formulated and submitted to the Legislature as contemplated in this section.

Laws 1927, c. 147, § 1, p. 396;

C.S.1929, § 72-801;

R.S.1943, § 72-712;

Laws 1974, LB 1048, § 22;

Laws 2004, LB 439, § 24;

Laws 2012, LB782, § 182.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-259.04 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-259.04
View Statute 72-259.04
Status: in_force

If a majority of all members of the council vote for such annexation, an ordinance shall be prepared and passed by the council declaring the annexation of such territory to the corporate limits of the city and extending the limits thereof accordingly. Such ordinance shall designate the name of the addition and the names of the streets therein.

Laws 1953, c. 259, § 4, p. 869.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-303 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-303
View Statute 72-303
Status: in_force

Any qualified person or association desiring a prospector's right shall make application, giving the designation of the land by legal description, to the Board of Educational Lands and Funds, with the proper fees, and the board shall issue a lease therefor. If the applicant is an individual, the application shall include the applicant's social security number. The board may exercise discretionary power, and be guided by best public policy in granting leases, and may adopt rules, regulations, or resolutions necessary to expedite production, and to best preserve the interests and integrity of the state, and to prevent control by monopolies and alien enemies. No person shall be permitted to enter for such mineral purposes more than one section of land, and no development company or association shall be permitted to acquire in the aggregate more than ten thousand acres of state land by assignment or otherwise. Leases shall be for a term of not to exceed three years, subject to renewal as provided in section 72-307 .

Laws 1918, Thirty-sixth Spec. Sess., c. 7, § 3, p. 44;

C.S.1922, § 5221;

C.S.1929, § 72-303;

R.S.1943, § 72-303;

Laws 1997, LB 752, § 200;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 45.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-108 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-108
View Statute 72-108
Status: in_force

All deeds or other instruments conveying any interest in lands to the State of Nebraska, or to any board, department, or commission thereof, shall be carefully deposited in the office of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds for safekeeping after they have been duly recorded in the office of the register of deeds in the county where the real estate is located. This section shall not apply to deeds or other instruments conveying any interest in lands to the Department of Transportation or the Game and Parks Commission.

Laws 1957, c. 301, § 1, p. 1105;

Laws 1965, c. 433, § 1, p. 1381;

Laws 2017, LB339, § 246.

Records of state lands, see section 84-401 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-1108.17 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 81-1108.17
81-1108.17
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Administrative Services shall be the custodian of the state laboratory and laboratory grounds, the Governor's Mansion and grounds, and all other buildings and lands owned or leased by the State of Nebraska except as exempted under subsections (5) and (6) of section 81-1108.15 or as provided in the Nebraska State Capitol Preservation and Restoration Act.

(2) To aid in the performance of his or her duties, the Director of Administrative Services shall appoint an administrator. The administrator, under the direction of the director, shall have complete control and all powers necessary to properly maintain the state laboratory and laboratory grounds, the Governor's Mansion and grounds, and all other buildings and lands owned or leased by the State of Nebraska except as exempted under subsections (5) and (6) of section 81-1108.15 or as provided in the Nebraska State Capitol Preservation and Restoration Act.

(3) Except as provided in the act, the administrator, under the direction of the director, is authorized to (a) lease space or provide facilities for the parking of state officers' and employees' vehicles as well as bureau fleet vehicles as defined in section 81-1011 , (b) lease, rent, or permit for use as apartments, dwellings, offices, and parking areas any or all of the property acquired for parking or for future building needs, (c) lease state property to the federal government or political subdivisions of the state using the system of charges in subsection (4) of this section, and (d) lease state property to a private entity to provide services necessary for state operations or for the convenience of state officers and employees when the space is not needed for public use. All leases shall contain the provision that upon notice that such property is needed for public use, the use or occupancy of the property shall cease. All money received as rent from any property acquired shall be remitted to the State Treasurer and credited to the State Building Revolving Fund, except that receipts from parking charges for employee, public, and state vehicle parking shall be credited to the Capitol Buildings Parking Revolving Fund, which fund is hereby created, for the purposes of providing and maintaining parking for state employees and visitors.

(4) The system of charges for state buildings and facilities shall include an amount sufficient to (a) accurately reflect operating costs, including routine maintenance and repair costs, and (b) fund building renewal projects under the Deferred Building Renewal Act and renovation, remodeling, and repair projects beyond the scope of the act. The proceeds received under subdivision (a) of this subsection shall be remitted to the State Treasurer for credit to the State Building Revolving Fund. The proceeds received under subdivision (b) of this subsection shall be remitted to the State Treasurer for credit to the State Building Renewal Assessment Fund. The administrator shall develop a system of equitable billings and charges for parking facilities under his or her control and used by state employees and state vehicles. The system of charges shall include an amount sufficient to cover the operating, maintenance, and repair costs associated with the parking facilities. The administrator, under policies and procedures established by the Director of Administrative Services, may expend funds from time to time credited to the Capitol Buildings Parking Revolving Fund for the purposes of obtaining, operating, and maintaining parking facilities for employees and visitors. All money derived from any source other than that to be credited to the State Building Revolving Fund, the Capitol Buildings Parking Revolving Fund, the Department of Administrative Services Cash Fund, the State Building Renewal Assessment Fund, or other appropriate revolving fund shall be remitted to the State Treasurer and credited to the General Fund.

king facilities for employees and visitors. All money derived from any source other than that to be credited to the State Building Revolving Fund, the Capitol Buildings Parking Revolving Fund, the Department of Administrative Services Cash Fund, the State Building Renewal Assessment Fund, or other appropriate revolving fund shall be remitted to the State Treasurer and credited to the General Fund.

(5) The administrator shall see that all parts and apartments of the buildings leased are properly ventilated and kept clean and in order.

(6) The administrator shall at all times have charge of and supervision over the police, janitors, and other employees in and about the state laboratory and laboratory grounds, the Governor's Mansion and grounds, and all other buildings and lands owned or leased by the State of Nebraska except as exempted under subsections (5) and (6) of section 81-1108.15 or as provided in the Nebraska State Capitol Preservation and Restoration Act. The administrator shall institute, in the name of the state and with the advice of the Attorney General, civil and criminal proceedings against any person for injury or threatened injury to any public property in the state laboratory and laboratory grounds, the Governor's Mansion and grounds, and all other buildings and lands owned or leased by the State of Nebraska under his or her control, or for committing or threatening to commit a nuisance in or on the buildings or lands.

(7) The administrator shall keep in his or her office a complete record containing all plans and surveys of the state laboratory and grounds, the Governor's Mansion and grounds, and all other buildings and lands owned or leased by the State of Nebraska and of underground construction under such buildings and lands. This subsection shall not apply to the State Capitol and capitol grounds.

Laws 1929, c. 192, § 1, p. 677;

C.S.1929, § 72-707;

Laws 1937, c. 161, § 1, p. 625;

Laws 1939, c. 94, § 1, p. 407;

Laws 1941, c. 144, § 1, p. 573;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-707;

R.S.1943, § 72-706;

Laws 1955, c. 278, § 1, p. 879;

Laws 1961, c. 354, § 2, p. 1114;

Laws 1965, c. 436, § 2, p. 1388;

Laws 1965, c. 439, § 1, p. 1394;

Laws 1965, c. 538, § 23, p. 1711;

Laws 1967, c. 468, § 1, p. 1457;

Laws 1971, LB 675, § 1;

R.R.S.1943, § 72-706;

Laws 1974, LB 1048, § 8;

Laws 1976, LB 986, § 4;

Laws 1979, LB 576, § 3;

Laws 1981, LB 381, § 21;

Laws 1983, LB 607, § 3;

Laws 1993, LB 311, § 3;

Laws 1995, LB 530, § 7;

Laws 1997, LB 314, § 10;

Laws 1998, LB 1100, § 21;

Laws 2004, LB 439, § 19;

Laws 2008, LB744, § 1;

Laws 2009, LB207, § 3;

Laws 2012, LB779, § 14.

Deferred Building Renewal Act, see section 81-190 .

Nebraska State Capitol Preservation and Restoration Act, see section 72-2201 .
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-221 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-221
View Statute 72-221
Status: in_force

The Department of Transportation and the county board of any county may acquire land necessary to establish a public highway over or across any educational lands.

Laws 1907, c. 134, § 1, p. 437;

Laws 1913, c. 40, § 1, p. 135;

R.S.1913, § 5855;

Laws 1915, c. 103, § 1, p. 247;

Laws 1921, c. 80, § 2, p. 290;

C.S.1922, § 5191;

Laws 1923, c. 61, § 1, p. 185;

Laws 1925, c. 135, § 1, p. 354;

Laws 1929, c. 188, § 1, p. 652;

C.S.1929, § 72-211;

Laws 1931, c. 118, § 1, p. 345;

Laws 1935, c. 164, § 1, p. 611;

Laws 1941, c. 145, § 1, p. 576;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-211;

Laws 1943, c. 160, § 1, p. 574;

R.S.1943, § 72-221;

Laws 2017, LB339, § 247.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1706 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1706
View Statute 72-1706
Status: in_force

(1) After filing a petition pursuant to section 72-1705 , the community board, in cooperation with the public agency, shall conduct and complete within one hundred eighty calendar days a center feasibility study. The study shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following factors:

(a) Necessary lease, purchase, renovation, or construction costs;

(b) Estimated rental costs for tenants;

(c) Estimated utility costs;

(d) Estimated wage or salary rates of potential employees of the center which may include a building manager, receptionist, typist, and security guard;

(e) Proposed operating budget for the center;

(f) Prospects of attracting suitable businesses to the center; and

(g) The ability of the community to provide necessary support for the center, including, but not limited to, technical assistance and training, assistance in attracting employees, assistance in relocating a business, assistance in business startup, and library facilities.

(2) Within thirty calendar days after completion of the feasibility study, the public agency, based upon the study, the criteria set forth in subsection (1) of this section, and any plans for future use of the building by the public agency, shall notify the community board of its decision. If the public agency does not designate the building as a business incubation center, the public agency shall set forth the reasons for its decision in its notification letter to the community board.

Laws 1990, LB 409, § 6.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-253 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-253
View Statute 72-253
Status: in_force

(1) The Board of Educational Lands and Funds is authorized and empowered to enter into agreements with the officers and agents of the United States Government for the exchange of any state educational lands lying within any federal forest or game reserve within this state for other lands of equal areas and value belonging to the United States. The board is authorized to convey any such lands to the United States by deed as provided in section 72-208 , upon the execution by the United States Government of a patent to the State of Nebraska for the United States lands so exchanged.

(2) The Board of Educational Lands and Funds is authorized, upon the written approval of the Governor, to enter into agreements with individuals for the exchange of any state educational lands for other lands of equal areas or value. Before such an exchange shall be made, it shall be shown that the Board of Educational Lands and Funds will likely be benefited by the exchange.

Laws 1917, c. 212, § 1, p. 519;

C.S.1922, § 5211;

C.S.1929, § 72-231;

Laws 1931, c. 120, § 1, p. 350;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-231;

R.S.1943, § 72-253;

Laws 1976, LB 626, § 1;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 42.

State recognizes that it cannot expect United States to bear burden created by outstanding leaseholds. State of Nebraska v. United States, 164 F.2d 866 (8th Cir. 1947).

State recognizes that it cannot expect United States to bear burden created by outstanding leaseholds. State of Nebraska v. United States, 164 F.2d 866 (8th Cir. 1947).
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-222 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-222
View Statute 72-222
Status: in_force

Any irrigation district, rural water district, public power district or public power and irrigation district, or natural resources district may acquire from the state any educational land, portion thereof, or interest therein for the purpose for which such districts are authorized by law to condemn private lands in this state. In addition, a natural resources district may acquire an easement or right-of-way for the purpose of constructing, replacing, operating, and maintaining structures which are a part of the program of work of the district.

Laws 1923, c. 61, § 1, p. 185;

Laws 1925, c. 135, § 1, p. 354;

Laws 1929, c. 188, § 1, p. 652;

C.S.1929, § 72-211;

Laws 1931, c. 118, § 1, p. 345;

Laws 1935, c. 164, § 1, p. 611;

Laws 1941, c. 145, § 1, p. 576;

C.S.Supp.,1941, § 72-211;

Laws 1943, c. 160, § 1, p. 574;

R.S.1943, § 72-222;

Laws 1963, Spec. Sess., c. 17, § 1, p. 148;

Laws 1965, c. 436, § 1, p. 1388;

Laws 1971, LB 513, § 1;

Laws 1977, LB 510, § 7.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-912 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-912
View Statute 72-912
Status: in_force

Except as hereinafter provided, the assignment of any oil and gas lease issued under the provisions of sections 72-901 to 72-912 , either in whole or in part, shall be permitted if made to an assignee qualified as provided herein. Such assignment shall not, however, be binding upon the state until filed with the Board of Educational Lands and Funds, accompanied by a filing fee of one dollar and a bond, and approved by the board, or its lawful representatives; Provided, that the approval of such assignment so filed and supported shall not be withheld in any case where satisfactory compliance has been made with the requirements of said sections. In no case shall the board be required to approve an assignment of a lease in part, covering a tract less than forty acres nor shall it be required to approve an assignment of an undivided interest in such lease until a showing, satisfactory to the board, has been made evidencing which one of the parties, assignor or assignee is to be the one to pay the delay rentals thereafter accruing, as to an undivided interest thereafter to be jointly owned, nor shall it be required to approve an assignment covering an undivided interest of less than forty leasehold acres.

Laws 1943, c. 164, § 12, p. 583;

R.S.1943, § 72-912.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-2303 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-2303
View Statute 72-2303
Status: in_force

For purposes of the Public Facilities Construction and Finance Act:

(1) Bond measure means a resolution or ordinance which authorizes bonds to be issued and sold in accordance with the act and which sets the terms of such bonds;

(2) Joint project means a project financed and operated by at least two or more qualified public agencies cooperating as a joint entity or joint public agency for (a) any public building or buildings and related improvements to real estate, including parking facilities, any recreational facilities and related improvements to real estate, any flood control and storm water drainage, and any street and road construction and improvements and related fixtures and (b) any item of hardware or software used in providing for the delivery of information, including the purchasing of upgrades or related improvements to information technology for the operation of libraries operated by counties, municipalities, school districts, educational service units, and community colleges; and

(3) Qualified public agency means any city, village, municipal county, community college, county, educational service unit, rural or suburban fire protection district, hospital district, school district, and sanitary and improvement district.

Laws 2005, LB 217, § 3.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-1255 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-1255
View Statute 72-1255
Status: in_force

The Auditor of Public Accounts shall conduct, at such time as he or she determines necessary, postaudits of the investment transactions provided for in the Nebraska State Funds Investment Act and shall submit annually a report of his or her findings to the Governor and the state investment officer.

Laws 1969, c. 584, § 19, p. 2355;

Laws 1997, LB 4, § 4;

Laws 2011, LB337, § 5.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-224.02 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-224.02
View Statute 72-224.02
Status: in_force

If the school land to be taken is held under lease, the fair and reasonable value of the interest of the state as trustee for the public schools in said land so taken shall be ascertained as is provided in section 72-224.03 ; Provided, if the condemner desiring to acquire such land from the board is unable to adjust the value of the improvements and any damage thereto, and the damage otherwise arising to the holder of the lease by the condemnation of his interest in the lease, if any, with the holder of the lease, the proceedings to ascertain such damage, if any, and to acquire the interest of the holder of the lease shall be had as is provided in section 72-224.03 . The value of the improvements taken, the damage thereto, and any other damage to the holder of the lease, as above provided, shall be paid to the owner of the lease.

Laws 1949, c. 213, § 1(3), p. 608;

Laws 1951, c. 237, § 1, p. 843;

Laws 1963, Spec. Sess., c. 17, § 2, p. 148;

Laws 1967, c. 466, § 4, p. 1446.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-703 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-703
View Statute 72-703
Status: in_force

A Department of Correctional Services adult correctional facility of the state shall be located upon a reservation in the city of Lincoln or upon lands belonging to the state and adjacent to the city of Lincoln.

Laws 1867, § 12, p. 55;

R.S.1913, § 5887;

C.S.1922, § 5250;

C.S.1929, § 72-703;

R.S.1943, § 72-703;

Laws 1993, LB 31, § 21.

For provisions relating to the Department of Correctional Services adult correctional facility, see Chapter 83, article 4.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 72-235.01 — NE Code / Chapter 72 / Section 72-235.01
View Statute 72-235.01
Status: in_force

All right, title, and interest in any and all improvements to a lease forfeited for failure to pay rental pursuant to section 72-235 also shall be forfeited to the Board of Educational Lands and Funds until the rental has been paid in full. The board shall have the authority to offer forfeited leases for sale without regard to any improvements and growing crops thereon.

Laws 1969, c. 591, § 2, p. 2443;

Laws 1999, LB 779, § 27.