On April 1, 1998, the Nebraska Unicameral passed LB1161 establishing the Geologists Regulation Act, Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 81-3501 to 81-3541. The Act provides for the licensure of professional geologists in Nebraska whose activities may affect public health, safety, and welfare.

The most recent changes to the Act were enacted through Legislative Bill 38 of the One Hundred Ninth Legislature, First Session, and became effective September 3, 2025. The latest revisions to Board rules were effective December 24, 2025.

State of Nebraska Geologists Regulation Act

Subject Matter Index

Board Rules, Title 171, Neb. Admin. Code

Chapter 1: General provisions.

Chapter 2: Licensure of professional geologists by examination. 

Chapter 3: Licensure of professional geologists from other jurisdictions.

Chapter 4: Code or practice.

Chapter 5: Enforcement.

Chapter 6: The licensee seal.

Chapter 7: Organizational practice.

Chapter 8: Licensure in exempt fields.