Voting & Elections

Gather signatures for Respect Nebraska Voters!

Today, Appleseed gathered with advocates from across the state to celebrate the launch of the Respect Nebraska Voters ballot initiative campaign! We’re working together to ensure that our state lawmakers respect the will of the people once voters have spoken at the ballot box. This ballot initiative will allow Nebraska voters to vote directly on the issue in the November […]

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Nebraska’s new minimum wage – and what we must do to protect it

Today, Nebraska’s minimum wage increased for workers across the state to $15.00/hour! Starting on January 1, 2027, our minimum wage will be adjusted every year to account for cost of living increases. This increase is the direct result of years-long efforts by a coalition of organizations, leaders, and community advocates who worked tirelessly in support

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We did it! Lincolnites pass source-of-income protections!

Today, voters in the City of Lincoln passed the Lincoln for Fair Housing ballot initiative, a locally-led ballot measure that adopts source-of-income protections by prohibiting landlords and property managers from turning away tenants based solely on how they pay rent. The initiative passed with 66% of the vote. Because of the 15,000+ residents who signed

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TOMORROW: Vote FOR Lincoln For Fair Housing!

Tomorrow, Lincolnites have the opportunity to ensure that everyone in our city can find a place to call home by voting FOR Lincoln For Fair Housing to amend Title 11 of the Lincoln Municipal Code Right now, landlords in Lincoln can discriminate against people who would pay for housing through disability benefits, social security, veteran

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Lincoln For Fair Housing initiative placed on May 6 city ballot!

No one should be denied a home because of how they pay rent. But right now, landlords in Lincoln can refuse to rent to people who would pay for housing through disability benefits, social security, veteran benefits, or housing vouchers. It’s called source-of-income discrimination, and it hurts families, veterans, seniors, and people with disabilities. That’s

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Lincoln For Fair Housing has qualified for the ballot!

I have exciting news! Today, the Lancaster County Election Commissioner certified the Lincoln For Fair Housing ballot initiative! Today, landlords in Lincoln can refuse to rent to people based on how they pay, such as housing vouchers, disability benefits, social security, or veteran benefits. It’s called source-of-income discrimination. It’s simply unfair and prevents people from

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Legislative Update

2024 Nebraska Appleseed Legislative Priorities

The Nebraska Legislature introduced almost 600 new bills and proposed constitutional amendments this session and we’re ready to fight for justice and opportunity at the Capitol! Nebraska Appleseed Priority Bills  Here are some of the legislative priorities that Appleseed is supporting during the 2024 session. ⤵️ Supporting young people navigating the child welfare system Expanding

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