Capitol security bill weighs new safety measures vs. gun rights and self-protection

By: Erin Bamer

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: February 1, 2026

Words: 1,040

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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LINCOLN — Nebraska lawmakers will gather public feedback Monday on a proposal to add new security measures to the State Capitol, including a potential ban on firearms for the public.

The Executive Board will host a public hearing on Legislative Bill 1237 at noon on Monday. The board proposed the changes after consulting with security professionals in response to concerns about rising political violence nationally, according to State Sen. Ben Hansen of Blair, the board …

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