This bill amends sections of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to eliminate a grant program related to internships and to make changes to the Job Training Cash Fund and the Intern Nebraska Cash Fund. Specifically, it repeals sections 81-1210.01, 81-1210.02, and 81-1210.03, which previously governed the Intern Nebraska program. The bill also introduces provisions for the transfer of any unobligated funds remaining in the Intern Nebraska Cash Fund to the General Fund by June 30, 2026, and allows the Department of Economic Development to use a portion of appropriations for administrative services related to the now-repealed sections.

Additionally, the bill establishes that the Job Training Cash Fund will continue to support job training activities, with a preference for those in enterprise or opportunity zones. It allows for transfers from the Job Training Cash Fund to the General Fund at the Legislature's direction and mandates that any available investment funds be managed according to existing state investment laws. The act is set to become operative on July 1, 2025, but due to an emergency clause, it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 81-1201.21, 81-1210.04