This legislative bill amends several sections of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, focusing on the registration and management of liens under the Uniform Commercial Code. Key changes include the introduction of new fees for services provided by the Secretary of State, such as a nonrefundable fee for requesting certificates and bulk data related to effective financing statements. The bill modifies the language regarding the transmission of notices and certificates, replacing "transmitted" with "provided," and establishes a new fee structure for accessing information from the Uniform Commercial Code database. Additionally, it repeals certain sections, including section 52-1313.01, to streamline processes related to lien registration and effective financing statements.

The bill also allows individuals to register with the Secretary of State to receive the master lien list annually, with a registration fee capped at $200 per year. It clarifies that the Secretary of State may distribute master lien lists in various formats and set reasonable charges for access. Furthermore, the bill outlines the process for filing notices of lien on real and personal property, including electronic submission methods. Overall, the legislation aims to modernize and clarify the procedures and fees associated with lien registration and enhance public access to lien information in Nebraska.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 52-1313.01, 52-1001, 52-1003, 52-1312, 52-1313, 52-1602, 77-3903
Final Reading: 52-1313.01, 52-1001, 52-1003, 52-1312, 52-1313, 52-1602, 77-3903