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RELEASE: Lawsuit over unauthorized takeover of Work Ethic Camp dismissed

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***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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TAKE ACTION: Critical time to tell Congress NO to more funding for ICE

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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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RELEASE: Nebraska Appleseed Responds to President Trump’s State of the Union Address

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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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ACTION ALERT: Keep Our Schools Safe for Nebraska Kids!

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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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ACTION ALERT: Speak Up for Immigrant Neighbors! (Harmful State Bill)

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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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Belonging Demands Action – Now More Than Ever

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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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TAKE ACTION: Tell the Senate – NO to more funding for ICE violence

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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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2026 Nebraska Appleseed Legislative Priorities

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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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TAKE ACTION: Bills seek to repeal Nebraska’s successful in-state tuition policy

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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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TAKE ACTION: Tell Congress NO to more funding for ICE violence, abuses & detention beds

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People across the country are horrified by what we are witnessing in ICE violence, and we have a critical window to demand accountability. Budget negotiations are underway, which means Congress has the power to rein in these out-of-control agencies. TAKE ACTION NO to additional funding for ICE abuses and violence, and NO to more detention

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