This week, senators and committees will continue to designate their legislative priorities, which are due by March 14. We were pleased to see one of Appleseed’s priority bills prioritized: ✅ LB319 (Sen. Victor Rountree) would end the SNAP ban for Nebraskans with certain drug-related convictions, helping more folks have food on the table for themselves […]
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No one should be denied a home because of how they pay rent. But right now, landlords in Lincoln can refuse to rent to people who would pay for housing through disability benefits, social security, veteran benefits, or housing vouchers. It’s called source-of-income discrimination, and it hurts families, veterans, seniors, and people with disabilities. That’s
Lincoln For Fair Housing initiative placed on May 6 city ballot! Read More »
***For Immediate Release***Date: March 5, 2025 Contact: Sierra Salgado PirigyiCommunications Director, Nebraska AppleseedOffice: (402) 438-8853 ext 116sierrasp@neappleseed.org RELEASE: Nebraska Appleseed Responds to President Trump’s Address to a Joint Session of Congress LINCOLN, NE — Last night, President Trump addressed a joint session of Congress with a speech that was devoid of policies that would strengthen
Nebraska communities across the state are committed to strengthening local economies, building vibrant communities of neighbors, and fostering meaningful connections across differences by creating inclusive practices. One community has been recognized by Welcoming America for their commitment. Congratulations to Crete, Nebraska who is officially the first city in the state to be recognized as a
Nebraska’s First Certified Welcoming City Announced! + Upcoming Events Read More »
Thank you for making your voice heard this session! Your continued advocacy – through submitting comments, testifying at hearings, and contacting your senator – makes an impactful difference. This week, the Legislature will continue with morning floor debate, followed by committee hearings every afternoon. All-day floor debate will begin on March 31. Last Week’s Highlights
At the Capitol: Thank you for making your voice heard! Read More »
When Nebraskans went to the ballot box in 2022, we voted to gradually raise our state’s minimum wage to $15 per hour by January 2026 — and to automatically adjust it for cost of living increases starting in 2027. Despite nearly 60% of Nebraska voters supporting this change, the Nebraska Legislature now seeks to undermine
ACTION ALERT: Tell Your Senator to Oppose LB258! Read More »
Everyone should have access to the food they need. But ❌ LB656 would make Nebraska’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) less effective and cut people off of food benefits. Introduced by Senator Bob Andersen, LB656 would do two things: Both policies would cut Nebraskans off from food benefits and increase hunger. This Thursday, February 27
TAKE ACTION: Harsh SNAP Work Requirements are Bad for Nebraska Read More »
Hearings have kept all of us busy these last few weeks! The Legislature will continue with morning floor debate, followed by committee hearings every afternoon, through the last full week of March. All-day floor debate will begin on March 31. Appleseed has identified our 2025 legislative priorities that would advance justice and opportunity for all
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Right now, Congress is considering budget legislation that would slash healthcare, food access, and other essential public services – in order to fund sweeping deportations of longtime community members and to expand tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy and large corporations. Now is the time to tell our members of Congress that Nebraskans support stability for
Tell Congress NO to slashing health care & food programs to fund separating families Read More »
Every child deserves access to nutritious meals at school – regardless of their family’s income. ✅ LB14, the Hunger-Free Schools Act, would offer no-cost meals to ALL of Nebraska’s school children. By making breakfast and lunch free for all students, we can eliminate stigma, improve learning outcomes, and support families struggling with rising costs. We
TAKE ACTION: Show you support for Hunger-Free Schools! Read More »