Nebraska § 81-1573.01 - Provisions of law; how construed.
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§ 81-1573.01. Provisions of law; how construed.
On and after July 1, 2025, unless otherwise specified, whenever any provision of law refers to the Department of Natural Resources or the Department of Environment and Energy in connection with duties and functions of the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment, such law shall be construed as referring to the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment or the Chief Water Officer, as determined by the duties and functions assigned to each in statute.
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 81-1573.01
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 81-1573.01 cover?
Section 81-1573.01 ("Provisions of law; how construed.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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