State Fostering Connections Bill Advances
Yesterday, the Legislature voted 40-0 to give first round approval to LB 177, a bill that would place key provisions […]
Child Welfare
Families
Child Welfare
Enforcing Court Orders in the Best Interests of Children
Yesterday, the Nebraska Supreme Court heard arguments in an appeal of a juvenile court’s order holding HHS in contempt for
Economic Justice
Prioritizing Families in Nebraska’s State Budget
There are incredible children in my life. My little friends draw me pictures of reindeer and teach me how to
Economic Justice, Health Care
Maintaining a Family’s Health and Stability
At Appleseed we have long worked on programs that help people work. Often called “work supports,” these are the things
Health Care
Health Reform Protects the “Young Invincibles”
Today’s blog post focuses on how young adults benefit from reforms in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA),
Child Welfare
Proposed Legislative Moratorium on Child Welfare Privatization
On Tuesday, the HHS Committee voted 7-0 to advance LB 95, a bill to require accreditation of lead contractors, with
Child Welfare
Supreme Court to Decide Rights of Siblings in Foster Care
Yesterday, the Nebraska Supreme Court heard arguments in a case involving whether to place a child in foster care in
Economic Justice
Smart Choices, Silver Linings
In good times and in bad, families and communities remain priorities for Nebraska. The economic downturn has had an impact
Immigrants & Communities
A Personal Reflection on Nebraska’s In-State Tuition Law
Alex Gibilisco is a Junior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and an intern this semester at Nebraska Appleseed. Alex immigrated
Child Welfare
Voices for Children’s Kids Count Report Illuminates Children’s Behavioral Health Needs
Last week, Voices for Children in Nebraska released their 2010 Kids Count in Nebraska report. This valuable report tracks the
