by Johnny Redd | Jan 8, 2024 | Advocacy, In the News
Photo by Rebecca S. Gratz for ACLU of Nebraska OutNebraska Executive Director Abbi Swatsworth issued the following statement in response to to the extension, which expires at the end of March: “Given the amount of input provided by affected families and experts...
by Johnny Redd | Oct 19, 2023 | Advocacy
Photo: People rally in support of trans rights outside the Nebraska State Capitol Building on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Lincoln, Neb. (By Rebecca S. Gratz) This week, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services released their proposed regulations surrounding...
by Johnny Redd | Jun 30, 2023 | Advocacy
LINCOLN, NE — Today the Supreme Court ruled in favor of a web designer seeking an unusual First Amendment exemption to nondiscrimination protections. While the case allows a limited First Amendment exemption from laws prohibiting businesses from discriminating...
by Johnny Redd | Jun 23, 2023 | Advocacy
In the coming weeks, the Supreme Court will release their ruling on 303 Creative v. Elenis, a case that could have a significant impact on anti-discrimination laws across the country, including protections for LGBTQ+ Americans. You can learn more in-depth about the...
by Johnny Redd | May 25, 2023 | Advocacy, In the News
Abbi Swatsworth, executive director of OutNebraska, issued this statement responding to comments made by Governor Jim Pillen at LB 574’s signing ceremony earlier this week: Governor Jim Pillen’s inflammatory comments are appalling, especially coming from...
