We believe that all youth and families interacting with the foster care, or “child welfare,” system should be treated equitably, from the front door to their transition out of care. May is Foster Care Awareness Month and last May, we published a series of blogs highlighting the realities of the foster care system – especially […]
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Big impact happens when we work together. You’ve proven that during this year’s Give to Lincoln Day! From all of us at Nebraska Appleseed, THANK YOU for your generous support and care for our community.
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Today is Day 83, meaning we have just seven days remaining in the 2023 Legislative Session. Last week, senators passed a two-year $10.7 billion state budget package. We’re still keeping a close eye on the Department of Health and Human Services’ plans for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds and will watch how this
At the Capitol: Voter ID Legislation Advanced Read More »
There are only three full weeks of session remaining. Last week, senators continued debate on the mainline budget bills and on various appropriations issues. Once the budget is done, senators will complete other bills that distribute state funds and work towards finishing up the session over the few remaining weeks. In addition to monitoring the
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There are just 15 days left in the 2023 session! Last week, senators began debate on the mainline budget and appropriations issues which lasted throughout the week. By the end of the week, all the bills dealing with the budget advanced and will come up for their second round of debate soon. Abortion Ban Amendment
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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 hear from experienced local leaders, participate in workshops, and network with peers, all with
It may be hard to believe, but today is Day 70 of the 2023 legislative session. Tomorrow, senators will begin debate on the mainline budget, with debate over appropriations issues lasting most of the week. Last week was a very busy week with a few of our 2023 priority bills moving forward and one very
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Today is the start of Give to Lincoln Day — one of the biggest opportunities all year to make a huge impact on building a just, vibrant, and inclusive Nebraska. We’re so appreciative of some generous friends of Appleseed that have pledged a $10,000 bonus when we reach our goal of 350 supporters by Midnight,
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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! The month of May was chosen to celebrate AAPI heritage and culture to commemorate the first Japanese immigrants who arrived in the United States on May 7, 1843. May is also the anniversary of the 1869 completion of the transcontinental railroad, which was built mostly by
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It’s Day 67 of the 2023 Legislative Session, and we’re still at the Capitol every day, fighting for a Nebraska in which every person can thrive. Here’s an update on how you can take action this week: LB84: SNAP Sunset Bill Unanimously Advanced Out of Committee Last week, we celebrated that a bill to maintain
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