Tyson Larson

News and Updates

Legislative Update - Senators agree on LB1 & LB4 & Federal Government Re-approves Horse Processing Funding

By Administrator, on Nov 22, 2011

Last session, one of my priorities was LB305, which was passed by the Legislature and signed by the Governor. LB305 required the Nebraska Department of Agriculture to study implementation of a state meat inspection program. The Department has completed its report and can be accessed online at http://www.agr.state.ne.us/. One impetus for this legislation was the need for the reintroduction of horse processing in the U.S.

Legislative Update - Natural Resources Committee Hears 30 Hours of Debate on Pipeline Bills

By Administrator, on Nov 15, 2011

Hearings on all of the pipeline bills were held last week. The Natural Resources Committee listened to nearly 30 hours of testimony on the bills referenced to that committee, and the Judiciary Committee heard several hours of testimony on LB3, a bill that changes the eminent domain law as it relates to oil pipeline companies. The Natural Resources Committee has advanced siting legislation to the full Legislature. The Legislature began debate on Monday, November 14.

Legislative Update - LB1 & LB4 Highlight Special Session Bills

By Administrator, on Nov 8, 2011

The special session got underway last week with introduction of six legislative bills, one of which authorizes the expenses of the Legislature. The remaining five bills relate to oil pipelines. Senator Annette Dubas of Fullerton, Senator Chris Langemeier of Schuyler, and Senator Ken Haar of Malcolm have each introduced legislation that would put a process in place to give Nebraska siting authority over oil pipelines. The three bills take a different approach as to who would have the authority to grant or deny certification of an oil pipeline.

Senators Larson and Schilz Denounce Agricultural Groups Allying Themselves with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS)

By Administrator, on Nov 4, 2011

LINCOLN - While most agricultural organizations in Nebraska have stood in opposition to the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) and their tactics, one has announced that it will work with HSUS. Following the recent announcement that HSUS will be working with the Nebraska Farmers Union, two Nebraska State Senators have voiced their opposition to the new working relationship between the two groups.

Legislative Update - Governor Heineman Calls Special Session

By Administrator, on Nov 1, 2011

Last week, Governor Dave Heineman called the Legislature into special session to enact legislation relating to oil pipelines. The special session begins November 1 and will continue until the Legislature reaches a consensus. I am pleased that Governor Heineman has called a special session because the regulation of oil pipelines is a very important matter, and the Legislature is responsible for addressing the concerns of people affected by such pipelines and protecting the people and resources of our state.