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LR 371·NE·both

Interim study to determine whether Nebraska should amend the rules of evidence to mirror federal changes to the admissibility of expert testimony

In CommitteeFiled Mar 18, 2026
Sponsor: Cavanaugh, J.
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Referred to Judiciary Committee

Mar 30, 2026

Summary

The resolution directs the Legislature's Judiciary Committee to conduct an interim study on whether Nebraska should amend its evidence rules to match the 2023 amendment to Federal Rule 702 on expert testimony. After the study, the committee must report its findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or the full Legislature. The outcome could affect how courts handle expert witnesses in state cases.

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