State of Nebraska Archives: on Families & Children
Brad Ashford:
Provide prenatal care regardless of immigration status
Excerpts from legislation: Verification of lawful presence in the US is not required for assistance for health care services, that are necessary for the treatment of an emergency medical condition, including emergency labor and delivery.
Excerpts from veto message: Nothing in current law prohibits hospitals, private donors, or other benefactors across the state from assisting those in need of care, regardless of their immigration status. The issue presented by
LB 599 is whether or not $2.5 million from hard-working Nebraskans should be used each year to pay for prenatal services for women who broke the immigration laws. This issue should not be confused with prenatal services to low-income women--taxpayers
already fund those services through Medicaid .
Legislative outcome: Brad Ashford voted YEA on bill passage; bill passed 31-15 on April 11; Governor vetoed on April 13; veto override on April 18.
Source: Nebraska legislative voting records: LB 599
Apr 11, 2012
Brett Lindstrom:
Help families of fallen first responders in time of need
Our first responders and healthcare workers have risked their own health to provide for us during the COVID-19 pandemic, have our back every time they put their uniform on - and all for the safety of our communities.
Brett has put forward legislation that would make it easier for families of fallen first responders to access the benefits and assistance in their time of need.
Source: 2022 Nebraska Governor campaign website VoteLindstrom.com
Jun 24, 2022
Dave Heineman:
Reform child welfare system: collaborative & measurable
It was just a few years ago when many Nebraskans were unhappy with and complaining about how the Department of Health and Human Services was operating the child welfare system. The decision was made to reform the system and change the culture that was
necessary to move forward. It hasn't been implemented as well as anyone would like, but I don't want to return to the failed practices of the past. Nebraska continues to place children into the child welfare system at approximately two times the
national average. We can and must do better than that.Your Health and Human Services Committee has provided the state a series of recommendations to begin a conversation about how the courts, the Legislature and the Executive Branch can work together
to develop a more collaborative, a more coordinated and a more comprehensive approach to protecting Nebraska's children.
Together, we need to bring stability to Nebraska's child welfare system. The focus should be on the future & on measurable results
Source: 2012 Nebraska State of the State Address
Jan 12, 2012
Mike Flood:
Provide prenatal care regardless of immigration status
Excerpts from legislation:Verification of lawful presence in the US is not required for assistance for health care services, that are necessary for the treatment of an emergency medical condition, including emergency labor and delivery.
Excerpts from veto message:Nothing in current law prohibits hospitals, private donors, or other benefactors across the state from assisting those in need of care, regardless of their immigration status. The issue presented by
LB 599 is whether or not $2.5 million from hard-working Nebraskans should be used each year to pay for prenatal services for women who broke the immigration laws. This issue should not be confused with prenatal services to low-income women--taxpayers
already fund those services through Medicaid .
Legislative Outcome:Mike Flood voted YEA on bill passage; bill passed 31-15 on April 11; Governor vetoed on April 13; veto override on April 18.
Source: Nebraska legislative voting records: LB 599
Apr 11, 2012
Peter Ricketts:
More resources for Child and Family Services
Our first task is to adjust the current year budget to bring it to balance. But behind the numbers are people's lives. Our agencies and programs are designed to serve our citizens--and many of them are people in need.
With this in mind, my proposal provides more resources for Child and Family Services, invests in education, protects reforms in Corrections, and balances the budget without raising taxes.
Source: 2017 State of the State address to Nebraska Legislature
Jan 12, 2017
Scott Kleeb:
Support healthy childbearing & treat post-partum depression
As a husband and the father of two daughters, Scott Kleeb is committed to ensuring that women's health issues receive the attention and funding they deserve. Scott will work to:- Increase research, screening, and education for women's health.
Scott Kleeb will support increased funding for diseases and illnesses that target women, including:
- Breast, cervical, and ovarian cancer.
- Heart disease, the number one cause of death for women.
- Post-partum depression.
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Support new moms. As a father, Scott Kleeb knows the financial and emotional challenges new moms face. That's why Scott will support healthy childbearing measures that give kids--and new moms--the health care they need to start a healthy life.
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Expand women's representation in clinical trials. Too often, women are underrepresented in clinical trials. Scott Kleeb will work to ensure proper research and investment for women's clinical trials.
Source: Campaign booklet, Nebraska's Brand of Change, p.19-20
Aug 19, 2008
Jim Pillen:
Special Education fund: never give up on a single kid
My top priority, and that of all Nebraskans, is our kids. That is why, today, I'm proposing the creation of the Education Future Fund with an investment of $1 Billion dollars in fiscal year 23-24 and $250 Million each year thereafter.
This investment ensures that Nebraska will never ever give up on a single kid--ever again. The Education Future Fund will provide further assistance to our school districts to help meet the needs of special education students across the State.
Source: 2023 State of the State Address to the Nebraska legislature
Jan 25, 2023
Preston Love:
Champion the implementation of paid family leave policies
- Champion the implementation of paid family leave policies, ensuring that women have the support they need during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery.
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Advocate for non-discrimination policies that protect pregnant individuals and new mothers from workplace discrimination and ensure fair treatment.
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Support comprehensive and age-appropriate sex education programs in schools to empower individuals with the knowledge necessary to make informed decisions about their reproductive health.
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Support family planning initiatives, including access to contraceptives and family planning counseling, to empower women to plan and space pregnancies according to their preferences.
Source: 2024 Nebraska Senate campaign website Love4Senate.com
Mar 8, 2024
Dan Osborn:
Mandatory bereavement leave for all workers
Mandatory bereavement leave for all workers. Too many Americans are unable to grieve their family members. Once upon a time, family-oriented firms would give workers a break; today's multinational mega-corporations will force an employee to
work through the death of their own child without blinking an eye. Addressing the shortcomings of the 2022 agreement imposed on railroaders. In particular, I will work to pass legislation guaranteeing seven days of paid sick leave to all rail workers.
Source: 2024 Nebraska Senate campaign website OsbornForSenate.com
Jul 5, 2024
Deb Fischer:
Religious liberty trumps same-sex marriage protection
LGBTQ Rights: Limit or expand LGBTQ rights?- Deb Fischer (R): Limit. In 2022 voted against a bill to protect same-sex marriages in case the Supreme Court reversed legalization decision; bill "could infringe upon
religious liberties."
- Dan Osborn (I): Likely expand. Supports protecting gay marriage. "I oppose discrimination for any reason and think people's private lives are no business but their own."
Source: Guides.vote candidate survey on 2024 Nebraska Senate race
Oct 9, 2024
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