Former state officials sue Pillen admin over alleged misuse of Nebraska Environmental Trust funds

By: Paul Hammel

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: May 22, 2026

Words: 610

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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LINCOLN — Two former state officials sued the Pillen administration and the state treasurer, alleging they unlawfully used Nebraska Lottery proceeds intended for environmental purposes to resolve a state budget shortfall.

The lawsuit, filed Thursday, cites a $13.5 million transfer this year from the Nebraska Environmental Trust — which is funded by lottery proceeds — and a $15 million transfer in 2015 used to help balance the state budget and provide property tax relief.

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