Division of Finance reported that roughly $9.8 million in counterfeit checks with state routing/account numbers were presented at banks; internal safeguards prevented payment and authorities were notified. The division also said it will move to a new Vantage payroll and HR system in March.

LB 830 would align statutory pay references to allow a single biweekly payroll schedule, extend building-renewal fund eligibility to certain Nebraska Military Department facilities on federal land, and repeal a duplicative statute; DAS supports the bill tied to a Workday conversion, while the judicial branch warned of implementation costs and pay lag risks for paycheck‑to‑paycheck staff.

Commissioners authorize plans for a new electronic timekeeping system and biweekly payroll schedule.