#NebraskaLegislature
Food should never be used as a bargaining chip. Justice and redemption should not be conditional.

Nebraska, let’s make sure our leaders know—we are watching. We will not forget.

#SNAPForAll #JusticeMatters #HoldThemAccountable #NebraskaLegislature #NELeg
May 19, 2025 at 10:54 PM
You know what would be really cool? If they raised the salary for state senators in Nebraska. The more you pay the better the quality, there is evidence. One only needs to look at the chair of the education committee. Wow. #nebraska #nebraskalegislature
January 12, 2025 at 8:05 PM
We have ONE more day of bill introduction. Here are our highlights from day 9 #nebraskalegislature #nebleg #youthadvocacy
January 22, 2025 at 12:45 AM
Testifying for LB 1214 today! #OneOmaha #NebraskaLegislature
February 10, 2026 at 9:39 PM
We are nearly one week in to the first session of the 109th Nebraska Legislature! We have seen new senators sworn in, committee chairs elected, and the introduction of bills for this session. #nebleg #nebraskalegislature #policyadvocacy #kidscount
January 14, 2025 at 5:56 PM
If you’re a young person wanting to get involved in the legislative process, join us this Sunday from 1-3PM at Urban Abbey for a Youth Testimony Workshop! You’ll learn the ins-and-outs of how to testify and learn about proposed bills affecting young people. #youthadvocacy #nebraskalegislature
January 28, 2025 at 4:05 PM
January 15, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Nebraska committees move to keep higher income eligibility limits for the state child care subsidy program to help families afford care.
https://ow.ly/gkzO50YtJqS

#ChildCare #NebraskaLegislature #FamilyPolicy
March 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
If you would like support preparing to testify in person for any of these bills, please send us a direct message!

#VoicesForChildrenNE #NebraskaLegislature #PolicyAdvocay #EconomicStability #YouthAdvocacy
February 4, 2025 at 4:41 PM
If you would like support preparing to testify in person for any of these bills, please send us a direct message!

#VoicesForChildrenNE #NebraskaLegislature #PolicyAdvocacy #BridgeToIndependence #SuicidePrevention #ChildCareWorkers
February 11, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Head over to voicesforchildren.com/policy/state... to learn about our priority bills related to juvenile justice, child welfare, economic stability, and health.
#VoicesForChildrenNE #NebraskaLegislature #YouthAdvocacy #JuvenileJustice #ChildWelfare #EconomicStability #ChildHealth #PolicyAdvocacy
February 3, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Though Nebraska lawmakers successfully resurrected a bill Thursday to dilute voter-approved minimum wage raises, the bill likely won't have a chance to officially pass until next year.

#NebraskaLegislature #neleg

From Erin Bamer:
After initial failure, Nebraska lawmakers revive minimum wage freezes
Though Nebraska lawmakers successfully resurrected a bill Thursday to dilute voter-approved minimum wage raises, the bill likely won't have a chance to officially pass until next year.
omaha.com
May 22, 2025 at 4:51 PM
A bill that sought to offer ways to hold the Omaha Housing Authority accountable for poor living conditions died Monday when 10 state senators flipped their votes.

#NebraskaLegislature #neleg

From Erin Bamer:
Attempt to override Nebraska governor's veto of Omaha housing 'bed bugs' bill fails
A bill that sought to offer ways to hold the Omaha Housing Authority accountable for poor living conditions died Monday when 10 state senators flipped their votes.
omaha.com
May 27, 2025 at 6:42 PM
A bill to use tobacco and vape sales taxes to provide property tax relief failed to advance in the Nebraska Legislature.

The initial proposal included a slate of services and lifting the tax exemption on soda.

#NebraskaLegislature #neleg

From Josh Reyes:
Nebraska bill to use tobacco, vape sales taxes for property tax relief fails in Legislature
A bill to use tobacco and vape sales taxes to provide property tax relief failed to advance in the Nebraska Legislature. The initial proposal included a slate of services and
omaha.com
May 20, 2025 at 1:56 PM
An attempt to reverse a veto on a bill that would expand food stamp eligibility for certain drug offenses failed Monday when seven previous supporters flipped their votes.

#NebraskaLegislature #neleg

From Erin Bamer:
Nebraska lawmakers reject veto override on bill to expand SNAP eligibility
An attempt to reverse a veto on a bill that would expand food stamp eligibility for certain drug offenses failed Monday when seven previous supporters flipped their votes.
omaha.com
May 19, 2025 at 8:56 PM
If you would like support preparing to testify in person for any of these bills, please send us a direct message!

#VoicesForChildrenNE #NebraskaLegislature #PolicyAdvocacy #NEleg #EliminatePoverty
February 25, 2025 at 3:53 PM
If you would like support preparing to testify in person for any of these bills, please send us a direct message!

#VoicesForChildrenNE #NebraskaLegislature #PolicyAdvocacy #ChildWelfare #TransYouthMatter #YouthBillOfRights
February 5, 2025 at 3:03 PM
January 16, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Important decisions are being made in the #nebraskalegislature, and we need your voice.

Watch to learn more about proposals being heard in committee next week below. We are nearly a third of the way done with the session, and timely advocacy can make a real difference!
February 7, 2026 at 3:34 AM
Important decisions are being made in the #nebraskalegislature, and we need your voice.

Two bills have been introduced that could significantly impact public education across Nebraska. Session is moving quickly, and timely advocacy can make a real difference!
January 27, 2026 at 4:05 AM