Nebraska-Ireland Commission Creation

State Bills: Nebraska

Published January 15th, 2026

Detected April 1st, 2026

Summary

The Nebraska Legislature introduced LB1087 to create the Nebraska-Ireland Commission, an advisory body to promote trade, cultural exchange, and bilateral relations between Nebraska and Ireland. The bill was introduced by Senator Arch on January 15, 2026, and has advanced through committee with Amendment AM2000 adopted on March 17, 2026.

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LB1087 establishes a new Nebraska-Ireland Commission tasked with fostering economic, cultural, and educational connections between Nebraska and Ireland. The commission would consist of appointed members and be authorized to make recommendations to the Governor and Legislature regarding trade opportunities and diplomatic engagement. The bill is currently in the legislative pipeline, having passed General File and Select File, and advanced to Enrollment and Review on March 31, 2026.

Nebraska-based businesses, agricultural firms, and educational institutions engaged in or interested in international trade with Ireland should monitor the bill's progress. While the commission would primarily serve an advisory role, it may eventually facilitate trade missions, networking opportunities, and policy recommendations affecting Nebraska-Ireland commercial relations. No compliance deadlines or penalties are associated with this legislation.

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LB1087 - Create the Nebraska-Ireland Commission

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Introduced By: Arch
Date of Introduction: January 15, 2026
Introduced By: Arch
Date of Introduction: January 15, 2026
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| Date | Description | Journal | Vote |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Advanced to Enrollment and Review for Engrossment | 1428 | |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Kauth FA746 withdrawn | 1428 | |
| Mar 20, 2026 | Placed on Select File | 1184 | |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Advanced to Enrollment and Review Initial | 1082 | Vote |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Government, Military and Veterans Affairs AM2000 adopted | 1082 | Vote |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Cavanaugh, M. name added | 740 | |
| Feb 17, 2026 | Arch priority bill | 711 | |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Government, Military and Veterans Affairs AM2000 filed | 686 | |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Placed on General File with AM2000 | 686 | |
| Feb 06, 2026 | Andersen name added | 641 | |
| Jan 28, 2026 | Notice of hearing for February 06, 2026 | 528 | |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Cavanaugh, J. name added | 492 | |
| Jan 20, 2026 | Referred to Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee | 384 | |
| Jan 16, 2026 | Kauth FA746 filed | 368 | |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Date of introduction | 356 | |