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LB 216 will make a difference – thank you

By admin / 05/30/2013

Yesterday, the Nebraska Legislature passed LB 216 on a vote of 44-2. LB 216 will allow Nebraska to join more […]

Deliver flower baskets during recess week saying “Help Nebraska Flourish” With Nebraska’s members of Congress back home during this week’s

By admin / 05/29/2013

Today, the Legislature passed LB 216, the bill to extend voluntary services and support to age 21 for young people

Green Lights In the Capitol’s legislative chamber, there is a large sign listing each Senator’s name. When a Senator votes

This week the Senate Judiciary Committee put America one step closer to a modern, common-sense immigration system by advancing S.

By admin / 05/22/2013

Groups of young Nebraskans waiting in the Capitol lobby to speak with senators has become a regular occurrence this legislative

Green Lights In the Capitol’s legislative chamber, there is a large sign listing each Senator’s name. When a Senator votes

Nebraska’s current foster care system results in poor outcomes for too many young people who age out of foster care.

Right now, the U.S. Congress is making important decisions about funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Funding for

Appleseed is very encouraged by news that a bipartisan group of lawmakers in the House of Representatives has reached an