Bill to allow vote to repeal Nebraska’s death penalty fails again to advance to floor debate

A proposal seeking to repeal Nebraska’s death penalty failed to advance Wednesday, with one non-supporter citing voters’ overwhelming restoration of capital punishment at the polls in 2016.

March 7, 2024Updated: March 7, 2024

By News Channel Nebraska

Bill to allow vote to repeal Nebraska’s death penalty fails again to advance to floor debate

Regional

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Bill to allow vote to repeal Nebraska’s death penalty fails again to advance to floor debate

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Norfolk Arts Center leadership addresses questions over its future

Norfolk adds two new AEDs at city parks

National health survey underway in northeast Nebraska

100-year-old Norfolk Junior High auditorium restored with help from community donations

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City Council doubles ambulance support

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