The bill amends sections 81-520.01, 81-520.03, and 81-520.05 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to update regulations regarding land-management burning permits. It establishes a statewide open burning ban, which can be waived by local fire chiefs who may issue permits for open burning. The permits must now include additional information such as whether the burning is classified as prescribed or controlled, and the approximate acreage to be burned. The bill also defines key terms related to land-management burning, including "controlled burning" and "prescribed burning," to clarify the types of activities that fall under these regulations.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the requirements for permit applications, which must include detailed plans for the burning process, including maps, equipment lists, and weather conditions necessary for safe execution. The fire chief is responsible for evaluating these plans to ensure compliance with safety standards before issuing permits, which are valid for a maximum of thirty days. The original sections of the law being amended are repealed, streamlining the legal framework governing land-management burning in Nebraska.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 81-520.01, 81-520.03, 81-520.05
Final Reading: 81-520.01, 81-520.03, 81-520.05
Slip Law: 81-520.01, 81-520.03, 81-520.05