Chief Justice Says Governor’s Budget Would Halt Justice Reforms
By Fred Knapp
Lincoln, NE -Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike Heavican said Tuesday Gov. Pete Ricketts’ proposed budget reductions would halt the progress that’s been made to reform the state’s justice system. Meanwhile, maneuvering continued on proposals affecting abortion and property taxes.
Read MorePlanned Parenthood expansion incites strong reactions statewide

By Hilary Stohs-Krause
Lincoln, NE – Almost forty years after abortion was legalized in the United States, controversy over the procedure remains relatively unchanged.
Read MoreCapitol: Lawmakers spar over women’s healthcare

By Fred Knapp
Lincoln, NE – The Legislature advanced a bill today designed to increase access to birth control, but only after adding an amendment that some senators say will make the bill ineffective.
Read MoreDebate over family planning turns to abortion

By Fred Knapp
Lincoln, NE – The Legislature began debate Monday on a proposal supporters say would help prevent unwanted pregnancies, but opponents say would help fund abortions.
Read MoreLawmakers tackle drunk drivers, tele-abortions

By Fred Knapp
Lincoln, NE – Changing the way drunk drivers are handled, and prohibiting telemedicine or webcam abortions, were among proposals advanced in the Nebraska Legislature Tuesday.
Read MoreAbortion bills stall

By Fred Knapp
Lincoln, NE – Two bills restricting abortions remain stuck in the Legislature’s Judiciary Committee. But advocates say they’re not giving up.
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