Today and tomorrow, the House of Representatives will be taking important votes on H.R. 1689, a positive solution that would support Temporary Protected Status (TPS) stability for local communities and safety for Haitian neighbors, business owners, caregivers, and faith leaders who have been in the U.S. for decades and are essential parts of communities across […]
***For Immediate Release***March 27, 2026 Contact: Sierra Salgado PirigyiCommunications Director, Nebraska AppleseedOffice: (402) 438-8853 ext 116sierrasp@neappleseed.org RELEASE: Lawsuit over unauthorized takeover of Work Ethic Camp dismissed The suit asserted the Governor exceeded his authority under state law LINCOLN, NE – Today, Red Willow County District Judge Patrick Heng dismissed the lawsuit, Schimek v. Pillen, that
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This week, the President addressed the nation in a State of the Union address out of touch with the realities of working families and continuing to spread harmful rhetoric about immigrant neighbors who are part of the fabric of local communities and help make local communities strong. The reality is, mass detentions and deportations by
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***For Immediate Release***February 25, 2026 Contact: Sierra Salgado PirigyiCommunications Director, Nebraska AppleseedOffice: (402) 438-8853 ext 116sierrasp@neappleseed.org RELEASE: Nebraska Appleseed Responds to President Trump’s State of the Union Address LINCOLN, NE — Last night, President Trump addressed Congress and the nation, highlighting his policies and priorities that have caused enduring harm to countless Nebraskans. Over the
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Our schools should be safe spaces of learning, connection, and community for ALL Nebraska children. On Tuesday, February 17, the Education Committee will hold a hearing on ✅ LB1034 (Sen. George Dungan). This bill would keep Nebraska children and learning environments safe by preventing federal ICE agents from entering schools without a judicial warrant –
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The vast majority of money earned in Nebraska communities is spent locally and supports local economies. The small amount sent to family members in other countries is an important support that should not face high fees. On Monday, February 9, the Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee will hold a hearing on ❌ LB1174 (Sen. Kathleen
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We write to you all with heavy hearts, knowing that the words that follow are not shared lightly. We speak with clarity about the truth of what has occurred. Across the United States, people are grieving, coming together and resisting harm carried out by our own federal government. As a network rooted in belonging and
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After two killings in three weeks by federal ICE agents in Minneapolis, the U.S. Senate is scheduled to vote as early as this afternoon or sometime this week on a funding package with additional billions for ICE violence. Calls and emails matter — especially right now. TAKE ACTION TODAY: Tell our Nebraska Senators Fischer and
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The Nebraska Legislature introduced more than 500 new bills and proposed constitutional amendments this session and we’re ready to fight for justice and opportunity for all Nebraskans at the Capitol! Nebraska Appleseed Priority Bills Here are some of the newly introduced legislative priorities that Appleseed is supporting during the 2026 session. ⤵️ Supporting young people
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Two harmful bills attempting to repeal Nebraska’s successful in-state tuition policy of 20 years will have a hearing this coming Monday, January 26: ❌ Harmful Changes to In-State Tuition: LB870, introduced by Senator Bob Anderson, and LB1061, introduced by Senator Dave Murman, would repeal Nebraska’s successful education policy of 20 years that ensures Nebraska youth
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