Kathleen Kauth

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Representative Kathleen Kauth (31)

US Nebraska Representative since 3 months

Voted no on LB 316

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Representative Kathleen Kauth (31)

US Nebraska Representative since 3 months

yes

Voted yes on LB 150

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Representative Kathleen Kauth (31)

US Nebraska Representative since 3 months

yes

Voted yes on LB 150

View Bill

Representative Kathleen Kauth (31)

US Nebraska Representative since 3 months

yes

Voted yes on LB 150

View Bill

Representative Kathleen Kauth (31)

US Nebraska Representative since 3 months

yes

Voted yes on LB 150

View Bill

Representative Kathleen Kauth (31)

US Nebraska Representative since 3 months

yes

Voted yes on LB 150

View Bill

Representative Kathleen Kauth (31)

US Nebraska Representative since 3 months

yes

Voted yes on LB 150

View Bill

Representative Kathleen Kauth (31)

US Nebraska Representative since 3 months

yes

Voted yes on LB 150

View Bill

Representative Kathleen Kauth (31)

US Nebraska Representative since 3 months

yes

Voted yes on LB 150

View Bill

Representative Kathleen Kauth (31)

US Nebraska Representative since 3 months

yes

Voted yes on LB 150

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LR 144 - Interim study to examine potential changes to Nebraska's teacher certification requirements to create an apprenticeship-based pathway for persons seeking to transition into teaching grades kindergarten through twelve

Introduced by
Kathleen Kauth
Last updated 3 months ago

1 Co-Sponsor

Interim study to examine potential changes to Nebraska's teacher certification requirements to create an apprenticeship-based pathway for persons seeking to transition into teaching grades kindergarten through twelve

STATUS

Date of introduction

LR 145 - Interim study to examine the effectiveness of hyperbaric oxygen therapy

Introduced by
Kathleen Kauth
Last updated 3 months ago

1 Co-Sponsor

Interim study to examine the effectiveness of hyperbaric oxygen therapy

STATUS

Date of introduction

LB 316 - Prohibit conduct relating to hemp other than cannabidiol products and change provisions of the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act and the Uniform Controlled Substances Act

109th Legislature (2025-2026)

Introduced by
Kathleen Kauth
Last updated 2 months ago

1 Co-Sponsor

Prohibit conduct relating to hemp other than cannabidiol products and change provisions of the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act and the Uniform Controlled Substances Act

STATUS

Cavanaugh, J. MO246 pending

LB 468 - Change provisions relating to inheritance taxes, change certain fee and tax provisions, and eliminate a sales tax exemption relating to data centers

Introduced by
Bob Andersen , Carolyn Bosn , Rob Clements , Myron Dorn , Bob Hallstrom
Last updated 3 months ago

10 Co-Sponsors

Change provisions relating to inheritance taxes, change certain fee and tax provisions, and eliminate a sales tax exemption relating to data centers

STATUS

Placed on Select File with ER68

LB 530 - Change provisions relating to motor vehicle homicide, motor vehicle homicide of an unborn child, tampering with an electronic monitoring device, controlled substances violations, adult and juvenile probation, detention of juveniles, motorists passing stopped vehicles or vulnerable road users, and speed limits

109th Legislature (2025-2026)

Introduced by
Kathleen Kauth , Rita Sanders
Last updated about 2 months ago

2 Co-Sponsors

Change provisions relating to motor vehicle homicide, motor vehicle homicide of an unborn child, tampering with an electronic monitoring device, controlled substances violations, adult and juvenile probation, detention of juveniles, motorists passing stopped vehicles or vulnerable road users, and speed limits

STATUS

Approved by Governor on June 4, 2025

LB 534 - Provide for payment of claims against the state

109th Legislature (2025-2026)

Introduced by
Kathleen Kauth
Last updated 2 months ago

1 Co-Sponsor

Provide for payment of claims against the state

STATUS

Approved by Governor on May 21, 2025

LB 89 - Adopt the Stand With Women Act

109th Legislature (2025-2026)

Introduced by
Kathleen Kauth , Glen Meyer
Last updated about 2 months ago

2 Co-Sponsors

Adopt the Stand With Women Act

STATUS

Approved by Governor on June 4, 2025

LR 196 - Interim study to study truancy in Nebraska schools

Introduced by
Kathleen Kauth
Last updated 3 months ago

1 Co-Sponsor

Interim study to study truancy in Nebraska schools

STATUS

Date of introduction

LR 197 - Interim study to examine violence in behavioral health settings

Introduced by
Kathleen Kauth
Last updated 3 months ago

1 Co-Sponsor

Interim study to examine violence in behavioral health settings

STATUS

Date of introduction

LB 531 - Provide an exception to the requirement that buildings constructed with state funds comply with the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code

109th Legislature (2025-2026)

Introduced by
Kathleen Kauth
Last updated 2 months ago

1 Co-Sponsor

Provide an exception to the requirement that buildings constructed with state funds comply with the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code

STATUS

Motion to suspend rules to indefinitely postpone withdrawn

BIOGRAPHY

INCUMBENT

Nebraska Representative

COMMITTEES

Nebraska Representative

BIRTH

ABOUT

Biography

Kathleen Kauth, born on February 3, 1970, in Canton, Illinois, is a Republican politician serving as the state senator for Nebraska's 31st Legislative District. She was appointed to the Nebraska Legislature on June 7, 2022, by Governor Pete Ricketts to fill the vacancy left by the late Senator Rich Pahls. Kauth subsequently won the general elections in 2022 and 2024, securing her position in the legislature.

Before her political career, Kauth founded K.T. Beck Enterprises, LLC, a mediation and conflict coaching firm based in Omaha. She moved to Omaha with her husband and three sons in 2012, making it their permanent home due to the city's strong schools, low crime rates, and emphasis on family values.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology/Sociology: University of Northern Iowa, 1991
Master of Public Policy: University of Northern Iowa, 1992
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology: University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2016

Political Experience

Nebraska State Senator for District 31: Appointed in June 2022; elected in 2022 and re-elected in 2024
Committee Assignments:
- Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee
- Revenue Committee

Notable Achievements and Positions

Legislative Initiatives:
- Sponsored LB574, a bill aimed at restricting gender-affirming care for individuals under 19, including puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries.
- Introduced the "Stand With Women Act" in January 2025, seeking to define "male" and "female" in state law and regulate the use of bathrooms and participation in sports based on these definitions.
Community Involvement:
- Served on the State of Nebraska’s Aging Advisory Committee
- Member of the Omaha City Charter Commission
- Member of the Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging Foster Grandparents Advisory Board since 2017

Kauth's legislative focus includes advocating for limited government, supporting small businesses, and addressing social issues through proposed legislation.

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