The first session of the 103rd Nebraska Legislature is nearly one-third complete. Here is an update on the bills we are tracking related to real property, renewable energy and municipal law. 103rd Nebraska Legislature, First Session: Real Estate, Renewable Energy and Municipal Law Update Copies of the bills and information […]
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103rd Nebraska Legislature, First Session: Real Estate, Renewable Energy and Municipal Law Highlights
The first session of the 103rd Nebraska Legislature began on January 9, 2013. In the ten-day bill introduction period, Nebraska’s state senators introduced 655 new bills. The Legislature is considering a number of issues that may affect our clients, including numerous bills related to real property, renewable energy and municipal law. […]
2013 Nebraska Legislative Update
The First Session of the 103rd Nebraska Legislature convened on January 9, 2013. Baird Holm is actively working on various bills, and we will be tracking many others that may affect our real estate and municipal law clients. After the Legislature completes bill introduction on January 23, 2013, we will […]
Additional Documentary Stamp Tax Exemptions Now Available
As of January 1, 2013, additional documentary stamp exemptions are available in Nebraska. LB 536 (2012) expanded the exemption for deeds between husbands and wives to cover spouses or ex-spouses conveying rights to property acquired or held during marriage. LB 536 granted additional exemptions for transfer on death deeds or […]
New Notice and Filing Requirements Under Iowa Mechanic’s Lien Law
Iowa Governor Branstad approved House File 675 on April 27, 2012, making significant changes to Iowa’s Mechanic Lien Laws. Effective January 1, 2013, these amendments make important changes to the lien processes and rights relating to labor performed and materials furnished on residential property as part of a construction or […]