Nebraska For Us
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A coalition of workers, farmers, grandparents, small business owners committed to fighting for a Nebraska that works for us.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for a powerful night of stories related to cuts at the federal government. Additionally, we were so appreciative of all the coats our guests donated to our community as the weather gets colder.
November 14, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined us for a powerful night of stories related to cuts at the federal government. Additionally, we were so appreciative of all the coats our guests donated to our community as the weather gets colder.
Reps. Don Bacon and Mike Flood voted for harmful cuts that are raising costs for hardworking Nebraskans at the worst possible time. We need our representatives making life more affordable for everyone. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
November 13, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Reps. Don Bacon and Mike Flood voted for harmful cuts that are raising costs for hardworking Nebraskans at the worst possible time. We need our representatives making life more affordable for everyone. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
Now that the House has voted to end the government shutdown, Nebraska For Us is calling on our federal delegation to tackle expiring health care tax credits before time runs out. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
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House votes to end government shutdown, steep health care cost increases remain in place — Nebraska For Us
OMAHA, Nebraska (November 12, 2025)—With the government shutdown coming to an end, Nebraska For Us is calling on our federal delegation to do the necessary work to ensure health care costs do not ...
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November 13, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Now that the House has voted to end the government shutdown, Nebraska For Us is calling on our federal delegation to tackle expiring health care tax credits before time runs out. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
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"One Nebraskan says his ACA health insurance costs increased by 40% for 2026. KETV Investigates found 91% of ACA users in Nebraska may see increases." #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
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Hundreds of thousands of Nebraskans may see spike in health insurance
One Nebraskan says his ACA health insurance costs increased by 40% for 2026. KETV Investigates found 91% of ACA users in Nebraska may see increases.
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November 7, 2025 at 9:11 PM
"One Nebraskan says his ACA health insurance costs increased by 40% for 2026. KETV Investigates found 91% of ACA users in Nebraska may see increases." #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
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Here's coverage on our roundtable on the dramatic hikes to health insurance premiums as key tax credits expire. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
November 5, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Here's coverage on our roundtable on the dramatic hikes to health insurance premiums as key tax credits expire. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
Thank you to all of our speakers for such an informative discussion this afternoon. Read more in the story below. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
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Nebraska For Us, experts lead discussion on rising health care costs — Nebraska For Us
OMAHA, Nebraska (November 4, 2025)—Former Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure joined Nebraska For Us for a virtual roundtable to discuss the sticker...
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November 4, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Thank you to all of our speakers for such an informative discussion this afternoon. Read more in the story below. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
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This is the same representative who voted to cut SNAP earlier this year.
October 31, 2025 at 4:01 PM
This is the same representative who voted to cut SNAP earlier this year.
Thank you to those who joined us on Thursday for an important discussion about skyrocketing health care costs. Open enrollment begins tomorrow, and premiums are going up in a big way. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
October 31, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Thank you to those who joined us on Thursday for an important discussion about skyrocketing health care costs. Open enrollment begins tomorrow, and premiums are going up in a big way. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as Nebraskans get their first look at soaring health insurance premiums for 2026. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
October 29, 2025 at 11:10 PM
A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as Nebraskans get their first look at soaring health insurance premiums for 2026. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
With SNAP benefits now paused in Nebraska, here’s one way you can help in the metro.
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Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. announces city-led food drive as government shutdown continues
Omaha is having a city-led non-perishable food drive as the federal government shutdown continues.
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October 29, 2025 at 6:08 PM
With SNAP benefits now paused in Nebraska, here’s one way you can help in the metro.
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“Now, more than 150,000 Nebraskans on SNAP will have an even harder time paying for their groceries as Republicans in Congress have decided cutting off access to food is more important than lowering health care costs,” Lauritsen said.
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Nebraska stops public food aid benefits as government shutdown continues • Nebraska Examiner
Nebraska stops public grocery SNAP benefits for about 150,000 people as the federal government shutdown drags on.
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October 29, 2025 at 3:01 PM
“Now, more than 150,000 Nebraskans on SNAP will have an even harder time paying for their groceries as Republicans in Congress have decided cutting off access to food is more important than lowering health care costs,” Lauritsen said.
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A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as the state announces a halt to SNAP benefits for more than 150,000 Nebraskans. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
October 28, 2025 at 11:20 PM
A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as the state announces a halt to SNAP benefits for more than 150,000 Nebraskans. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
For more than a year, we have said that cuts to SNAP would increase demands on local nonprofits that are already struggling to meet the current need. Our federal delegation voted for this to happen, and now the harms are coming to fruition. #DefendingTheGoodLife
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SNAP eligibility changes officially take effect in Nebraska
The one, big, beautiful bill passed back in July had many things packed inside of it, including changes to SNAP benefits, which help low-income families buy food.
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October 22, 2025 at 4:17 PM
For more than a year, we have said that cuts to SNAP would increase demands on local nonprofits that are already struggling to meet the current need. Our federal delegation voted for this to happen, and now the harms are coming to fruition. #DefendingTheGoodLife
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A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as federal workers are thrown into more uncertainty during the government shutdown. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
October 17, 2025 at 1:19 PM
A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as federal workers are thrown into more uncertainty during the government shutdown. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as the government shutdown hits the two-week mark. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
October 15, 2025 at 3:51 PM
A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as the government shutdown hits the two-week mark. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
She has a point. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
October 9, 2025 at 10:28 PM
She has a point. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
The expiration of tax credits for health care will be devastating for people across the country and right here in Nebraska. Don't just take our word for it. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
October 9, 2025 at 4:10 PM
The expiration of tax credits for health care will be devastating for people across the country and right here in Nebraska. Don't just take our word for it. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as the government shutdown hits the one-week mark. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
October 8, 2025 at 9:18 PM
A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as the government shutdown hits the one-week mark. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
The Trump White House would rather withhold pay from federal workers than make health care more affordable. Where does Congressman Don Bacon stand on this issue? #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
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Trump suggests not all furloughed workers will get back pay: 'It depends'
Trump also said at the White House that if the shutdown drags on several days longer, a "substantial" number of jobs "will never come back."
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October 8, 2025 at 10:45 AM
The Trump White House would rather withhold pay from federal workers than make health care more affordable. Where does Congressman Don Bacon stand on this issue? #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
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"The window is rapidly closing. Let's do this now."
That call is from North Dakota's insurance commissioner if lawmakers are serious about extending health care tax credits. Congressman Don Bacon needs to move on this and get back to Washington.
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That call is from North Dakota's insurance commissioner if lawmakers are serious about extending health care tax credits. Congressman Don Bacon needs to move on this and get back to Washington.
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Time is short for an ACA premium fix in the shutdown fight, says GOP insurance leader
After warning Congress for months about premium spikes, the leader of the country's insurance commissioners — a Republican from North Dakota — says he's hopeful there could be a last minute fix.
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October 7, 2025 at 2:35 PM
"The window is rapidly closing. Let's do this now."
That call is from North Dakota's insurance commissioner if lawmakers are serious about extending health care tax credits. Congressman Don Bacon needs to move on this and get back to Washington.
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That call is from North Dakota's insurance commissioner if lawmakers are serious about extending health care tax credits. Congressman Don Bacon needs to move on this and get back to Washington.
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We should be finding ways to help people—not hurt them. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
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Trump plan would limit disability benefits for older Americans
Trump administration officials are considering eliminating age as a factor in deciding whether someone is capable of working.
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October 5, 2025 at 3:10 PM
We should be finding ways to help people—not hurt them. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
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A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as the government shutdown stops today's planned release of the September jobs report. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
October 3, 2025 at 3:16 PM
A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as the government shutdown stops today's planned release of the September jobs report. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
78% of the American public agrees with us—tax credits making health care more affordable should be extended. Without action from our federal delegation, premiums will soon rise dramatically. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
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October 3, 2025 at 12:32 PM
78% of the American public agrees with us—tax credits making health care more affordable should be extended. Without action from our federal delegation, premiums will soon rise dramatically. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
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Tariffs continue hurting our local economy, and Congressman Don Bacon has voted to support them multiple times. Enough is enough! #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
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Work slowed in Omaha because of tariffs as government shutdown does not cease collection of tariff revenue — Nebraska For Us
OMAHA, Nebraska (October 2, 2025)— Nebraska For Us is responding to the continuation of tariff revenue collection during the government shutdown on the heels of news that a German farm equipment ...
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October 2, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Tariffs continue hurting our local economy, and Congressman Don Bacon has voted to support them multiple times. Enough is enough! #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
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The Trump Administration prefers firing federal workers who are just doing their jobs rather than making health care more affordable for all of us. We'd like to know where Congressman Don Bacon stands on this issue. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
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Trump budget chief says firings are coming in 'one to two' days due to shutdown
Russell Vought, head of the Office of Management and Budget, told House Republicans on a conference call Wednesday that reductions in the federal workforce would happen soon.
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October 2, 2025 at 1:52 PM
The Trump Administration prefers firing federal workers who are just doing their jobs rather than making health care more affordable for all of us. We'd like to know where Congressman Don Bacon stands on this issue. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE02
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