Workers and families have said this for years: No one should have to choose between a paycheck and their health. That’s why nearly 75% of Nebraska voters approved paid sick leave last November. Now, lawmakers are trying to overturn our vote by exempting certain Nebraska workers from being able to earn and use paid sick […]
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***For Immediate Release***March 20, 2025 Contact: Sierra Salgado PirigyiCommunications Director, Nebraska AppleseedOffice: (402) 438-8853 ext 116sierrasp@neappleseed.org RELEASE: Ballot sponsors oppose efforts to undermine Paid Sick Leave (Initiative 436) AM545 would prevent some Nebraska workers from accessing paid sick leave LINCOLN, NE – As early as today, the Nebraska Legislature will begin debate on LB415, a
No one should have to choose between their health and their paycheck. Last November, nearly 75% of Nebraska voters agreed by supporting Initiative 436 to approve paid sick leave for all workers. Now, members of the Nebraska Legislature are looking to overturn the will of voters and exempt certain workers in Nebraska from being able
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Yesterday we hit Day 45, marking the halfway point in the 2025 session. Last week, senators and committees finalized their 2025 legislative priorities. This week, floor debate will continue in the mornings, followed by committee hearings each afternoon. All-day floor debate will begin on March 31. Last Week’s Highlights We were pleased to see a
At the Capitol: Officially halfway through! Read More »
This week, senators and committees will continue to designate their legislative priorities, which are due by March 14. We were pleased to see one of Appleseed’s priority bills prioritized: ✅ LB319 (Sen. Victor Rountree) would end the SNAP ban for Nebraskans with certain drug-related convictions, helping more folks have food on the table for themselves
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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
Lincoln For Fair Housing initiative placed on May 6 city ballot! Read More »
***For Immediate Release***Date: March 5, 2025 Contact: Sierra Salgado PirigyiCommunications Director, Nebraska AppleseedOffice: (402) 438-8853 ext 116sierrasp@neappleseed.org RELEASE: Nebraska Appleseed Responds to President Trump’s Address to a Joint Session of Congress LINCOLN, NE — Last night, President Trump addressed a joint session of Congress with a speech that was devoid of policies that would strengthen
Nebraska communities across the state are committed to strengthening local economies, building vibrant communities of neighbors, and fostering meaningful connections across differences by creating inclusive practices. One community has been recognized by Welcoming America for their commitment. Congratulations to Crete, Nebraska who is officially the first city in the state to be recognized as a
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Thank you for making your voice heard this session! Your continued advocacy – through submitting comments, testifying at hearings, and contacting your senator – makes an impactful difference. This week, the Legislature will continue with morning floor debate, followed by committee hearings every afternoon. All-day floor debate will begin on March 31. Last Week’s Highlights
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When Nebraskans went to the ballot box in 2022, we voted to gradually raise our state’s minimum wage to $15 per hour by January 2026 — and to automatically adjust it for cost of living increases starting in 2027. Despite nearly 60% of Nebraska voters supporting this change, the Nebraska Legislature now seeks to undermine
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