Voting & Elections

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

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

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

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

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