Nebraska

Bitcoin States

Nebraska introduced LB 1 in 2025, the Nebraska Bitcoin Reserve Act, to allow the state investment officer to invest state funds in Bitcoin. The state has seen significant Bitcoin mining growth, particularly from operations that use stranded natural gas and wind energy. Nebraska's agricultural and energy sectors have shown increasing interest in Bitcoin as a savings technology.

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State: Nebraska
Region: Midwest
Status: in_committee
Governor: Jim Pillen
Income Tax: Yes
Bill Number: LB 526
Description: Nebraska proposed LB 526 to allow state treasury Bitcoin investments. Emerging Bitcoin mining activity leveraging wind energy resources.
Legislation: LB 1 — Nebraska Bitcoin Reserve Act (2025)
Abbreviation: NE
Reserve Proposed: Yes
Bitcoin Mining Rights: Yes
Bitcoin Friendly Score: medium

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