Appleseed priorities for the rest of the 2021 session
This week, the Governor signed the state’s biennial budget into law. As we noted last week, that means the remainder […]
Child Welfare
Critical supports for child care and food security advance
Yesterday morning, the Legislature passed the finalized budget and it’s now with the Governor awaiting his signature. It’s unprecedented for
SNAP bill up for debate as soon as today
The budget was the primary focus of floor debate last week. Legislators will continue to move the budget through the
April News & Events: Celebrating Positive Immigration Laws
Features from this month’s Nebraska Appleseed newsletter: Celebrating House passage of the Dream & Promise Act 25 Days of Action
Take action to support access to food and protections for essential workers
Today marks the second day of our 25 days of action, commemorating the 25th anniversary of Nebraska Appleseed. This week,
The American Rescue Plan’s passage brings urgent relief to millions
Today, the House took a significant step by passing the American Rescue Plan and providing urgent relief to millions of
Floor debate is underway as senators select priorities
We have reached the end of all-day committee hearings for the session. There are only a few more hearings left
Critical protections for meatpacking and poultry workers are urgently needed
We are nearly done with all-day hearings! Except for the Judiciary committee, which will wrap up hearings on Friday, March
Essential protections for essential Nebraskans
We are in the final weeks of all-day hearings. Every committee but Judiciary will wrap up hearings on Thursday, March
2021 priority bills for Nebraska families, communities, and racial justice
2021 priority bills for Nebraska families, communities, and racial justice Each legislative session presents an opportunity to bring long-lasting positive
