The proposed bill establishes the Foreign Adversary and Terrorist Agent Registration Act, aimed at increasing transparency regarding the activities of agents representing adversary nations and foreign terrorist organizations in Nebraska. It introduces definitions for key terms such as "adversary nation," "agent of a foreign principal," and "foreign terrorist organization," and mandates that individuals acting on behalf of these entities must file a registration statement with the Attorney General within ten days of their engagement. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of these agents, including the requirement to disclose detailed information about their activities, affiliations, and financial contributions, while providing the Attorney General with the authority to enforce compliance and update requirements.

Additionally, the bill includes the "Crush Transnational Repression in Nebraska Act," which addresses the influence of foreign adversaries and outlines specific offenses that incur enhanced penalties for coercive actions against individuals. It mandates the Nebraska State Patrol to report on transnational repression threats and develop training for law enforcement. The legislation also amends existing laws related to the Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission, allowing for financial rewards for reporting violations and expanding definitions under the Foreign Adversary Contracting Prohibition Act. Key provisions include restrictions on contracts with scrutinized companies and the handling of genetic sequencing data, with the act set to become operative on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-1480, 73-901, 73-903, 73-905, 73-906