Image of Governor Pillen at press conference announcing food restrictions for Nebraska SNAP on April, 7 2025 Last Thursday, April 23, 2026, Nebraska DHHS announced that in addition to soda and energy drinks, candy would also be restricted from purchases using SNAP benefits in Nebraska. The projected implementation date is November 1, 2026. In addition […]
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Congress is yet again starting a process to designate additional billions of our tax dollars for out-of-control ICE agents on top of unprecedented billions already passed last summer through the big budget bill. Despite strong public opinion against additional funding after witnessing ICE violence kill multiple people, a ballooning federal agent force overwhelming local communities
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This is an opportunity for you to remind your members of Congress that EVERYONE needs food – and that keeping our communities fed is non-negotiable. The House Agriculture Committee recently advanced its version of the Farm Bill (the Farm, Food & National Security Act), and it is likely to go to the House floor for a vote soon. The
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Join community leaders from Nebraska and beyond who are building inclusive and vibrant communities! Join our (virtual) annual statewide welcoming convening series – which brings together community leaders from all over Nebraska to share our experiences, insights, and strategies for building welcoming and inclusive communities. During these summer sessions, we will have the opportunity to
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The 2026 Nebraska Legislative Session officially ended on Friday, April 17. The Legislature introduced more than 500 new bills and proposed constitutional amendments this session, and we saw the following Appleseed priority bills signed into law: Supporting young people navigating the child welfare system ✅ LB1032 recognizes tribal customary adoptions in Nebraska state law, ensuring
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***For Immediate Release***April 23, 2026 Contact: Sierra Salgado PirigyiCommunications Director, Nebraska AppleseedOffice: (402) 438-8853 ext 116sierrasp@neappleseed.org RELEASE: Appeal filed in lawsuit over unauthorized takeover of Work Ethic Camp The suit asserts the Governor exceeded his authority under state law Today, Nebraska Appleseed filed an appeal in the lawsuit, Schimek v. Pillen, which seeks to halt
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Last Friday, the 2026 Nebraska legislative session officially ended! Four Important Bills Signed Into Law Governor Pillen signed into law four important bills that will ensure Nebraskans are supported throughout the state: ✅ LB304 helps parents afford the child care they need by maintaining the child care subsidy’s income eligibility level, which is otherwise set to decrease this
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The Nebraska legislative session wrapped up Friday and senators successfully passed LB966, the Hunger Free Schools Act, which will feed more kids in Nebraska schools! For a five year period starting next year, kids who qualify for reduced-price meals (in families with incomes between 130-185% FPL) will get those meals for free. A huge thank
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We wanted to highlight a few upcoming webinars and convenings and learning opportunities to support your welcoming and inclusion goals. Welcoming Week 2026 Welcoming Week is an opportunity for communities to come together and celebrate the values that make places more welcoming and inclusive for all who live there. In the months leading up to
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Yesterday, ✅ LB1032, which recognizes tribal customary adoptions in Nebraska state law, was approved by the Governor – officially becoming state law! LB1032, introduced by Senator Wendy DeBoer and prioritized by the State-Tribal Relations Committee, is a major step forward in honoring the values, traditions, and beliefs of Native families across Nebraska. Tribal customary adoptions (“TCAs”)
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