Ombudsman
Nebraska Office of Public Counsel (Ombudsman)
OPC
60/100
Summary
The Nebraska Public Counsel (Ombudsman) is appointed by the Legislature and investigates complaints about state agencies. The office reports annually to the Legislature.
Independence Scorecard
60/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | Not specified |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Nebraska Revised Statutes, Chapter 81, Article 8, Section 25 — Office of Public Counsel
- Citation
- Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 81-8,240 to 81-8,254
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
All state agencies and administrative acts