News and Events from Nebraska Appleseed – January 2016
In this edition of “Appleseed in Action”: 2016 Legislative session will tackle big issues Press conference on health coverage for […]
Legislative Update – The 2016 session has begun!
On Wednesday, January 6, the 2016 Nebraska Legislature began their 60-day session. Over the next few months, State Senators will
Weatherization assistance program keeps low-income families warm this winter
For most Nebraskans, winter weather is an accustomed inconvenience. But for Nebraskans with low incomes, cold temperatures can be financially
Statement on introduction of Nebraska Strengthening Families Act
For Immediate Release January 6, 2016 Contact, Jeff Sheldon Communications Director, Nebraska Appleseed (402) 438-8853 (office) (402) 840-7289 (cell)
New report calls for study of Nebraska’s for-profit Colleges
For Immediate Release December 28, 2015 Contact, James Goddard Economic Justice Director, Nebraska Appleseed (402) 570-9462 (cell) jgoddard@upgrade.neappleseed.org
Recent Education Reforms Protect Youth in Foster Care
December has been a big month in the federal government for education policy reform to help support young people with
Foster Care Reform Update – December 22, 2015
IN THIS ISSUE Policy Spotlight: Recent Education Reforms Protect Foster Youth Court Opinions: In re Interest of Gavin S. and
Education under ADC is a proven success
Education is the clearest pathway out of poverty. And in Nebraska, we have emphasized the importance of education in our
Investing in Adult Education essential for future economy
The jobs of the future will require Nebraska’s workforce to have training and education beyond the high school level. By
Appleseed joins Supreme Court brief on deferred action
Earlier this week, Nebraska Appleseed joined a coalition of 224 immigration, civil rights, labor, and social service groups to file
