Nebraska Lawmakers Uphold Governor’s Veto of Bill Authorizing Needle Exchange Programs

Syringe services programs provide drug users with access to sterile syringes, needles, and other items or equipment.

People roam the streets of San Francisco, Calif., on March 7, 2024. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times

The Nebraska Legislature on March 12 upheld Gov. Jim Pillen’s veto of legislation authorizing safe syringe programs in the state, marking a turnaround in support.

Lawmakers failed 27-20 to override the Republican governor’s veto of the measure—Legislative Bill 307—which was introduced by State Sen. Megan Hunt of Omaha last year.