This bill amends several sections of Nebraska's statutes related to public roads, specifically addressing the management of section lines and the processes for vacation or abandonment of public roads. Notably, it establishes that section lines are declared public roads but are not required to be so, allowing county boards to open roads on section lines without preliminary surveys. The bill also introduces new provisions that streamline the process for counties to propose the vacation or abandonment of public roads, particularly those previously declared public under prior law, without the need for a study.

Additionally, the bill outlines the requirements for public hearings regarding road vacating or abandonment, including the need for resolutions to be published and notifications sent to affected landowners. It mandates that any decision to vacate or abandon a road must be made by a two-thirds vote of the county board and requires prior approval from the governing body of any city within the zoning jurisdiction. The bill also clarifies the conditions under which the title or right-of-way of vacated roads may revert to private ownership or remain public, ensuring that the process is transparent and accountable. The original sections being amended are repealed, indicating a significant update to the legal framework governing public roads in Nebraska.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-1410, 39-1722, 39-1724, 39-1725
Final Reading: 39-1410, 39-1722, 39-1724, 39-1725
Slip Law: 39-1410, 39-1722, 39-1724, 39-1725