Nebraska Lawmakers Uphold Veto of Needle Exchange Bill Nebraska recently rejected a bill that would have allowed local governments to establish needle exchanges, despite initially passing with bipartisan support. Governor Jim Pillen vetoed the bill, and lawmakers narrowly sustained his decision. This reflects growing skepticism about harm reduction approaches to drug use, seen in other states such as Oregon and Idaho. The bill's sponsor, Senator Megan Hunt, expressed disappointment but hopes for future progress. The debate mirrors the national conversation on drug policy and harm reduction.