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ONE HUNDRED NINTH LEGISLATURE
SECOND SESSION
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION 399
Introduced by Dover, 19.
PURPOSE: The purpose of this resolution is to propose an interim study to
examine the impact of appropriations for biomedical research funding in the
State of Nebraska. Biomedical research is a critical driver of innovation,
leading to advancements in health care, agriculture, biotechnology, and related
industries. The State of Nebraska has made significant investments in
biomedical research, including to the University of Nebraska system, research
hospitals, and affiliated institutes. Such investments support highly skilled
jobs, attract federal and private research funding, and contribute to the
development of new technologies, treatments, and commercial enterprises.
Biomedical research stimulates economic growth through job creation, workforce
development, and the expansion of related industries. Understanding the return
on investment for state-funded biomedical research is essential for informed
policymaking, budget prioritization, and long-term economic development
strategies. It is important to evaluate how Nebraska compares to other states
in leveraging funding to generate economic activity and employment
opportunities.
The study shall include, but not be limited to:
(1) Examining state funding invested in biomedical research over the past
ten years as well as federal, private, and philanthropic funding leveraged by
state investments in biomedical research;
(2) Determining the number and types of jobs created or supported by
biomedical research activities in Nebraska;
(3) Examining the economic impact of biomedical research on the state's
economy;
(4) Examining the role of biomedical research in supporting startup
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formation, technology transfer, and commercialization of innovations;
(5) Examining workforce development outcomes, including the education,
retention, and attraction of highly skilled workers in science, technology,
engineering, and health-related fields;
(6) Comparing Nebraska's biomedical research investments and outcomes with
those of similarly situated states;
(7) Examining barriers to maximizing the economic and employment benefits
of biomedical research investments in Nebraska; and
(8) Determining policy options to strengthen the impact of biomedical
research funding on job creation and economic growth in Nebraska.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE ONE HUNDRED NINTH
LEGISLATURE OF NEBRASKA, SECOND SESSION:
1. That the Appropriations Committee of the Legislature shall be
designated to conduct an interim study to carry out the purposes of this
resolution.
2. That the committee shall upon the conclusion of its study make a report
of its findings, together with its recommendations, to the Legislative Council
or Legislature.
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