Summary#
Legislative Resolution 508 is a Nebraska legislative resolution, not a bill that amends an existing law. It formally congratulates Jake Guentzel for his selection to Team USA and his role in winning Olympic hockey gold; its stated goal is to recognize his athletic achievements.
- The Legislature congratulates Guentzel.
- The resolution directs that a copy be sent to him.
- It does not create a program, benefit, restriction, or enforcement power.
What it means for you#
- Nebraska residents: The resolution does not directly change your rights, services, taxes, or duties.
- Jake Guentzel: He is to receive a copy of the resolution.
Money#
No cost information is in the available material.
- The resolution requires a copy to be sent to Guentzel, but gives no cost estimate.
What is unclear#
- The resolution does not specify when or how the copy must be sent.
- No major gaps are obvious about its main effect: formal recognition and sending Guentzel a copy.
Case for#
- A possible argument for the resolution is that it gives the Legislature a formal way to recognize Guentzel’s achievement.
- It also records his connection to the University of Nebraska at Omaha in the resolution.
Case against#
No clear policy concern is apparent from the supplied material. The resolution does not change law or establish a public service.