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LEGISLATIVE BILL 383
Approved by the Governor April 26, 2021
Introduced by Speaker Hilgers, 21; at the request of the Governor.
A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to appropriations; to define terms; to appropriate funds for capital construction and property acquisition as prescribed; to state intent; to require program statements and a request for funding; to provide an operative date; and to declare an emergency.
Be it enacted by the people of the State of Nebraska,
Section 1. DEFINITION OF APPROPRIATION PERIOD.
For purposes of this act and any other legislative bill passed by the One Hundred Seventh Legislature, First or Second Session, which appropriates funds,
FY2020-21 means the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021, FY2021-22 means the period July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022, FY2022-23 means the period July
1, 2022, through June 30, 2023, FY2023-24 means the period July 1, 2023,
through June 30, 2024, and FY2024-25 means the period July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.
Sec. 2. APPROPRIATION LANGUAGE.
There are hereby appropriated, for FY2021-22 and FY2022-23, the sums set forth in this act to each agency for each program from the respective funds for capital construction projects, land acquisition, lease-purchase arrangements,
and major equipment acquisition, except as otherwise appropriated.
Sec. 3. REAPPROPRIATION OF BALANCE, FY2021-22 to FY2022-23.
In addition to the appropriations set forth in this act, there are hereby reappropriated all unexpended appropriation balances existing on June 30, 2022,
for FY2022-23 to the respective agencies, programs, and funds listed in this act, except as otherwise provided in this act.
Sec. 4. NEBRASKA ACCOUNTING SYSTEM MANUAL DEFINITIONS.
The definitions contained in the Nebraska Accounting System Manual, and any amendments thereto, on file with the Clerk of the Legislature are hereby adopted by the Legislature as the definitions for this act.
Sec. 5. DRAWING AND PAYING WARRANTS.
The Director of Administrative Services shall draw warrants upon the proper fund in the state treasury for an amount not to exceed the appropriations set forth in this act upon presentation of proper documentation.
The State Treasurer shall pay the warrants out of the appropriate funds.
Sec. 6. It is the intent of the Legislature that the appropriations for capital facilities follow an orderly and reasonable process based upon defined and documented need and an analysis of the utilization of existing facilities.
The biennial appropriations contained in this act covering FY2021-22 and FY2022-23, which have been designated for planning, require from the agency a complete program statement prepared in accordance with the Procedural Manual for Capital Construction Projects as approved by the state building division of
the Department of Administrative Services. Projects directly related to program continuation such as fire and life safety, maintenance, utility improvements,
handicapped access, and master planning require a statement of needs prepared in accordance with the manual. An appropriation for drawings and construction may be recommended only after submission of an acceptable program statement or
statement of needs on or before September 15 to the state building division,
the budget division of the Department of Administrative Services, and the Legislative Fiscal Analyst.
Program statements that have been submitted prior to FY2021-22 shall be
updated if necessary and resubmitted during the period July 1, 2021, to September 1, 2021. Program statements that have been submitted prior to
FY2022-23 shall be updated if necessary and resubmitted during the period July
1, 2022, to September 1, 2022, by agency priority. Such priority shall be
subject to final modification by the governing authority of each agency on or before September 15, 2022.
Sec. 7. It is the intent of the Legislature that agencies should construct or renovate facilities in such a manner as to provide the greatest cost-effective energy savings possible. Design criteria emphasizing efficiency,
functionality, and energy conservation shall be reflected in program statements, schematic design documents, design development documents, and construction documents. The state building division of the Department of
Administrative Services and the Department of Environment and Energy shall provide technical assistance to the state agencies, upon request, to assist them in providing for energy-efficient new or renovated facilities.
Sec. 8. AGENCY NO. 27 — DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Program No. 901 - Facility Improvements FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
CASH FUND 10,000,000 10,000,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 10,000,000 10,000,000 -0-
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The Department of Transportation is hereby authorized to prepare program statements on and design and build the following projects:
Facility improvements — Columbus Maintenance Facility improvements — Arthur Maintenance Facility improvements — Crofton Maintenance Facility improvements — Seward Maintenance Facility improvements — Bloomfield Maintenance Facility improvements — 70101 District Office Facility improvements — Statewide Projects Sec. 9. AGENCY NO. 31 — MILITARY DEPARTMENT
Program No. 913 - 1776 Readiness Center Remodel FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
NEBRASKA CAPITAL
CONSTRUCTION FUND 500,000 -0- -0-
FEDERAL FUND est. 500,000 -0- -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 1,000,000 -0- -0-
The Military Department is hereby authorized to proceed with the design,
planning, and construction related to remodeling the facility and consolidating or replacing or both the HVAC systems at the 1776 Readiness Center in Lincoln,
Nebraska.
Sec. 10. AGENCY NO. 31 — MILITARY DEPARTMENT
Program No. 927 - Federal-State Match Construction Projects FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
GENERAL FUND 891,000 -0- -0-
FEDERAL FUND est. 1,697,000 -0- -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 2,588,000 -0- -0-
The Military Department is hereby authorized to engage in various military master capital project agreements with the National Guard Bureau, including renovation and remodeling of the York vehicle storage facility, in order to
convert the space into National Guard Readiness Center space, and expanding the Columbus readiness center facility to add storage space and to pave the parking lot.
Sec. 11. AGENCY NO. 31 — MILITARY DEPARTMENT
Program No. 992 - Statewide Readiness Centers - Backup Generators FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
GENERAL FUND 915,000 -0- -0-
FEDERAL FUND est. 915,000 -0- -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 1,830,000 -0- -0-
The Military Department is hereby authorized to procure and install emergency backup generators for the readiness centers in Broken Bow, Chadron,
Grand Island, the Lincoln complex, Norfolk, North Platte, South Omaha,
Scottsbluff, Sidney, Wayne, and York.
Sec. 12. AGENCY NO. 33 — GAME AND PARKS COMMISSION
Program No. 900 - State Park System Facility Improvements FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
CASH FUND 775,000 925,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 775,000 925,000 -0-
The Game and Parks Commission is hereby authorized to develop new,
maintain, and improve boating facilities and fishing access amenities.
Sec. 13. AGENCY NO. 33 — GAME AND PARKS COMMISSION
Program No. 901 - State Parks Facilities Deferred Maintenance FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
CASH FUND 4,325,000 4,175,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 4,325,000 4,175,000 -0-
The Game and Parks Commission is hereby authorized to make deferred repairs and maintenance improvements at facilities in the state park system and replace and upgrade facilities in the state park system with the appropriation to this program.
Sec. 14. AGENCY NO. 33 — GAME AND PARKS COMMISSION
Program No. 969 - Improvements to State Recreation Areas
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FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
CASH FUND 500,000 500,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 500,000 500,000 -0-
The Game and Parks Commission is hereby authorized to make state recreation area improvements statewide with the appropriation to this program.
It is intended that the following projects be undertaken with funds appropriated to this program for FY2021-22:
Area improvements to implement master plan — Lake McConaughy and Lake Ogallala State Recreation Areas - $500,000
It is intended that the following projects be undertaken with funds appropriated to this program for FY2022-23:
Area improvements to implement master plan — Lake McConaughy and Lake Ogallala State Recreation Areas - $500,000
Sec. 15. AGENCY NO. 33 — GAME AND PARKS COMMISSION
Program No. 975 - Emergency Repairs - Parks FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
CASH FUND 750,000 750,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 750,000 750,000 -0-
The Game and Parks Commission is hereby authorized to make emergency repairs statewide to facilities in the state park system with the appropriation to this program.
Sec. 16. AGENCY NO. 33 — GAME AND PARKS COMMISSION
Program No. 981 - Aquatic Habitat Enhancement and Restoration FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
CASH FUND 3,000,000 3,000,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 3,000,000 3,000,000 -0-
The Game and Parks Commission is hereby authorized to enhance and rehabilitate aquatic habitat statewide with the appropriation to this program.
Sec. 17. AGENCY NO. 33 — GAME AND PARKS COMMISSION
It is the intent of the Legislature that the Game and Parks Commission shall apply for and make maximum use of federal funding on all capital construction projects which are eligible for such assistance. It is the intent of the Legislature that all funds appropriated to the Game and Parks Commission for capital construction projects shall only be spent for the purpose of the original appropriation.
Sec. 18. AGENCY NO. 46 — DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Program No. 905 - Correctional Facilities: Site Selection and Planning FY2021-22 FY2022-23
NEBRASKA CAPITAL
CONSTRUCTION FUND 350,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 350,000 -0-
The Department of Correctional Services is hereby authorized to proceed with and update the 2014 Master Plan Report, FINAL REPORT, completed by
Dewberry Architects Inc. and Carlson West Povondra Architects and dated October
27, 2014. In addition to the items listed in section 81-1114.01, this update shall also examine demand for behavioral health, mental health, and substance abuse services at the current correctional facilities compared to actual treatment capacity and take into consideration the physical condition of the facilities.
Sec. 19. AGENCY NO. 46 — DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Program No. 905 - Correctional Facilities: Site Selection and Planning FY2021-22 FY2022-23
NEBRASKA CAPITAL
CONSTRUCTION FUND 500,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 500,000 -0-
There is included in the appropriation in this section $500,000 for the preparation of a program statement and site selection for a new halfway back-
community corrections center in Omaha. Funds may be utilized for an option to
purchase.
Sec. 20. AGENCY NO. 46 — DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Program No. 905 - Correctional Facilities: Site Selection and Planning FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
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NEBRASKA CAPITAL
CONSTRUCTION FUND 14,917,000 -0- -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 14,917,000 -0- -0-
The Department of Correctional Services is hereby authorized to prepare designs and plans for a new multi-custody-level correctional facility with capacity to house approximately one thousand five hundred twelve inmates, with
a mix of maximum, medium, and minimum custody beds, including site selection and an option to purchase.
In conjunction with the development of the plans or site selection for a new facility, the department shall have an independent engineering study completed as to the useful life of the current Nebraska State Penitentiary facility.
Sec. 21. AGENCY NO. 46 — DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Program No. 906 - RTC High Security Expansion FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
NEBRASKA CAPITAL
CONSTRUCTION FUND 14,891,000 -0- -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 14,891,000 -0- -0-
The Department of Correctional Services is hereby authorized to plan,
design, and construct two new high security housing units with design capacity up to three hundred eighty-four new beds, as well as counseling and educational space and adjoining outdoor recreation areas at the Reception and Treatment Center (Lincoln Corrections Center).
Sec. 22. AGENCY NO. 46 — DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Program No. 913 - Security System Upgrades FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
GENERAL FUND 1,250,000 1,250,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 1,250,000 1,250,000 -0-
The Department of Correctional Services is hereby authorized to upgrade security system components at various Department of Correctional Services facilities statewide, including, but not limited to: Replacement of door controls and perimeter detection systems, upgrade of existing video equipment,
and upgrade and replacement of security camera systems.
Sec. 23. AGENCY NO. 46 — DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Program No. 914 - Infrastructure and Maintenance FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
GENERAL FUND 2,000,000 2,000,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 2,000,000 2,000,000 -0-
The Department of Correctional Services is hereby authorized to undertake various high priority infrastructure and maintenance projects related to
facility roofing, electrical, boiler/chiller/HVAC, fire and life safety, and other needs, which projects the Task Force for Building Renewal is unable to
fully address.
Sec. 24. AGENCY NO. 46 — DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Program No. 928 - Reception and Treatment Center FY2021-22 FY2022-23
NEBRASKA CAPITAL
CONSTRUCTION FUND 18,000,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 18,000,000 -0-
The Department of Correctional Services is hereby authorized to proceed with the design, planning, and construction of three specialty units, to be
used for additional mental health and geriatric patients or other individuals with special needs, that would add at least an additional ninety-six-bed capacity at the reception and treatment center.
Sec. 25. AGENCY NO. 47 — NEBRASKA EDUCATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
Program No. 908 - Tower Lighting Project FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
GENERAL FUND 180,000 120,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 180,000 120,000 -0-
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The Nebraska Educational Telecommunications Commission is hereby authorized to replace the tower lighting system at KRNE Merriman and K33AC
Pawnee City.
Sec. 26. AGENCY NO. 47 — NEBRASKA EDUCATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
Program No. 928 - Radio Transmission Equipment Replacement FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
GENERAL FUND 385,000 240,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL 385,000 240,000 -0-
The Nebraska Educational Telecommunications Commission is hereby authorized to replace the radio transmission equipment at KMNE FM Bassett, KRNE
FM Merriman, and FXNE FM Norfolk.
Sec. 27. AGENCY NO. 47 — NEBRASKA EDUCATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
Program No. 932 - Carpenter Communication Center Facility Routing FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
GENERAL FUND -0- 500,000 -0-
PROGRAM TOTAL -0- 500,000 -0-
The Nebraska Educational Telecommunications Commission is hereby authorized to replace the Legacy Routing System at the Terry Carpenter Communication Center.
Sec. 28. AGENCY NO. 50 — BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE NEBRASKA STATE COLLEGES
Program No. 903 - State College Facilities - Sports Facilities Projects FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FUTURE
CASH FUND 300,000 300,000 3,000,000
PROGRAM TOTAL 300,000 300,000