Right now the leadership in the House of Representatives is attempting to make it harder for people to access our nation’s most essential programs like SNAP and Medicaid. As soon as Wednesday, the House could take a vote on a bill that would make deep cuts to these programs and enact unnecessary and harsh work […]
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Too many of us know what it’s like to face housing discrimination. To spend hours looking for a place to live, only to be rejected for something out of our control. Eviction records, credit scores, background checks, and fees are all part of what puts housing out of reach for too many Nebraskans. We have
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Nebraska Appleseed’s volunteers are a vital part of the organization’s work and the fight for justice and opportunity for all Nebraskans. Their dedication and commitment to the cause are truly admirable, and they serve as an inspiration to us all. All of us at Appleseed are incredibly grateful for the volunteers who’ve contributed to its
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We are on Day 64 of session as all-day debate – including late nights – continues. Here’s an update on what happened last week, and how we’ll continue fighting for justice and opportunity for ALL Nebraskans as we head into the last 30 days of the 2023 Legislative Session. LB626: A Near Total Abortion Ban
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This summer, you’re invited to join community leaders from across Nebraska who are building inclusive and vibrant communities! This virtual series will provide collaborative sessions, presentations, and networking with Nebraskans who are committed to creating communities where everyone, including our immigrant neighbors, feels valued. Each session will take place on a Fridayfrom 10:00 AM –
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We are on Day 59, which means we’re now two-thirds of the way through the 2023 session. The Legislature will continue all-day floor debate until they adjourn in early June. Learn more about the floor debate process in my short explainer. Last week’s highlights Last week, senators debated school financing, property taxes, retirement systems, and
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Last week the Legislature began all-day floor debate, including late-night sessions, which is expected to continue until session adjourns in June. ICYMI: Click here for an update on what we’ll be fighting for – and against – for the rest of this legislative session. Last week’s highlights There were a lot of filibusters throughout last
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The Legislature begins all-day floor debate this week and will continue until they adjourn in June, with late-night sessions starting this week. Now that hearings are done, and senator and committee priorities bills have been decided, click here for an update on what we’ll be fighting for – and against – during the next 40
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In January, we shared our 2023 legislative priorities. Now that hearings are done, and senator and committee priorities bills have been decided, here’s an update on what we’ll be fighting for – and against – for the next 40 days of session. Supporting young people navigating the child welfare system Expanding food and nutrition access
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This week is the last week of hearings at the Legislature! Once hearings are over, the calendar will shift next week to all day debate. The Speaker informed senators that they should expect floor debate to extend into the evening for the duration of the session. LB574 (Sen. Kathleen Kauth), which bans gender affirming care
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