by Johnny Redd | Jan 27, 2023 | Advocacy
So you want to speak out about a bill—now what? We’ve made an easy template for you to use when you’re writing online comments or giving in-person testimony! (See our guide for how to submit online comment here) The list of bills we are tracking will be...
by Johnny Redd | Jan 17, 2023 | Advocacy
With Sen. Kathleen Kauth at the helm, state lawmakers have introduced two bills targeting transgender youth in Nebraska. These bills follow closely on the heels of hundreds of anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced in state legislatures across the country over the last few...
by Johnny Redd | Jan 11, 2023 | Advocacy
Speak Out Nebraska: Stay Tuned! As part of our coverage, we’re hosting Speak Out Nebraska, our virtual event series to gather and discuss the 2023 session. The agenda includes topics such as how the legislature works, bills we’re tracking, and how to...
by Johnny Redd | Dec 16, 2022 | Advocacy
When something happens at our schools, school administration needs to hear from us, the community! In response to events surrounding Millard North High School and the Catholic Archdiocese of Omaha, this is a quick guide on what makes a great letter. Every voice is...
by Johnny Redd | Nov 30, 2022 | Advocacy
This week, the U.S. Senate passed the Respect for Marriage Act with an overwhelming majority of 61 votes, including 12 votes from Republican senators. OutNebraska, as a part of a coalition of 43 state lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+)...
by Johnny Redd | Oct 11, 2022 | Advocacy
Re: Students’ Rights to Equal Access and Right to Privacy October 11, 2022 Dear Superintendent: The ACLU of Nebraska and OutNebraska are non-profit, non-partisan organizations that share a dedication to protecting LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,...
