Utilities Law in Nebraska
This page covers utilities law as it applies in Nebraska — the state and federal laws that govern it, filing deadlines, where to get help, and notable in-state decisions. For what utilities protects generally, see the national overview.
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Laws that govern utilities in Nebraska
Nebraska state law
- Chapter 43 — Infants and JuvenilesNE 43 § 43-245
Cited in 78 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Chapter 48 — LaborNE 48 § 48-162.01
Cited in 62 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Chapter 77 — Revenue and TaxationNE 77 § 77-202
Cited in 48 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Chapter 77 — Revenue and TaxationNE 77 § 77-5016
Cited in 31 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Chapter 77 — Revenue and TaxationNE 77 § 77-2703
Cited in 27 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Chapter 48 — LaborNE 48 § 48-1001
Cited in 26 court decisions on this topic's terms.
Federal law
- Federal Power Act of 1920
Created the Federal Power Commission (precursor to FERC). Regulates interstate transmission and wholesale of electricity. Codified at 16 U.S.C. ch. 12.
Where to go & how to get help
Government agencies and non-profit legal-help organizations for utilities in Nebraska.
Official U.S. government starting point for finding free or low-cost legal help and legal-aid programs near you.
Locate the LSC-funded legal-aid organization that serves your county for civil (non-criminal) legal problems.
Find your state or local bar association lawyer-referral service and free legal-answer programs.
Find your state attorney general to file consumer-protection, civil-rights, or other complaints.
Not legal advice. State-specific statutes, deadlines and procedures are being sourced and will appear here.