Nebraskans share concerns about proposed consolidation of state housing funds

LINCOLN — A public hearing on the Nebraska Department of Economic Development’s biennial budget drew concerns about a proposed consolidation of housing funds.

The Nebraska Legislature’s Appropriations Committee questioned DED Director Maureen Larsen Thursday about Gov. Jim Pillen’s proposed budget changes for the department. The committee is tasked with drafting an updated budget that fills an expected $471 million shortfall.

Larsen, who worked with Pillen on the agency proposal, supported its adjustments. She highlighted particular …