This bill amends various sections of Nebraska law, focusing on the Nebraska Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, the Employment Security Law, and the Conveyance Safety Act. Key changes include redefining the term "employee" to exclude independent contractors and individuals under sixteen years of age, modifying the criteria for small businesses, and establishing new provisions for the accrual and use of paid sick time. Employers are now required to provide written policies regarding paid sick time, and the enforcement mechanisms for violations of the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act have been updated to include citations and penalties for non-compliance. Notably, the bill eliminates the previous provision allowing employees to sue for violations, shifting the focus to administrative penalties.

Additionally, the bill introduces the Gambling Winnings Setoff for Outstanding Debt Act, allowing for the deduction of debts from winnings payments and replacing "taxpayer" with "obligor" to clarify the nature of debts. It outlines the responsibilities of the Department of Revenue and other agencies in managing outstanding debts and mandates that operators check for debts before making winnings payments. The bill also amends the Conveyance Safety Act to incorporate updated standards and apply to private residences in larger counties, while allowing the State Fire Marshal to grant variances from established rules. Overall, the amendments aim to enhance clarity, streamline processes, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Statutes affected:
Final Reading: 9-1104, 9-1110, 9-1302, 9-1303, 9-1304, 9-1305, 9-1306, 9-1307, 9-1308, 9-1313, 48-665, 77-3002, 77-3003, 77-3014