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Feeling the crunch every time you fuel up? You might not want to read our recent blog post outlining corportate tax incentives for oil and gas companies...
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OpenSky Policy Institute retweeted
The Trump Administration's last minute changes to the final rule implementing the new Medicaid work requirement that will likely increase coverage losses, complicate state implementation efforts, and worsen the effects of the policy. cbpp.org/research/health/adm…
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“Hope will never be silent.” — Harvey Milk
Happy Pride Month, Nebraska! 🏳️🌈
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We totaled up the offline and online donations for Give to Lincoln and we're THRILLED to announce that we surpassed our $40,000 goal! Your generosity is humbling and motivates us to work even harder during this interim period for a Nebraska where everyone can thrive.
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ICYMI: We're hiring!
If you love nerding out over numbers and parsing through policy, this is the job for you! Learn more and find application instructions here: openskypolicy.org/career-opp…
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With your help, we'll lay a solid foundation for the next 15 years! Give now during Give to Lincoln and help us earn a greater share of matching funds and reach our $40,000 goal. We're so close, and there are just a few hours left!
Give here: givetolincoln.com/nonprofits…
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Wow - what a turn out! We asked for your support, and you showed up. We just need to raise $4,795 before midnight TONIGHT and we'll meet our goal.
Give here before midnight to support OpenSky: givetolincoln.com/nonprofits…
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It's officially #GivetoLincoln Day! We hope you will consider supporting OpenSky! Hear a message from our Executive Director, Dr. Rebecca Firestone, about why gifts today are so meaningful to our organization. ⬇️
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One more sleep until Give to Lincoln Day! We are humbled by the generosity shown by so many of you, and motivated to work even harder in pursuit of our vision of a Nebraska where everyone can thrive. Matching funds are available until midnight tomorrow! ow.ly/vKTK50Z4LGE
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OpenSky Policy Institute is seeking applicants for a Policy Analyst role focused on our education and local government finance portfolios. Read the full job description and instructions for applying here: openskypolicy.org/careers/po…
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Yesterday, the OpenSky team welcomed legislative candidates from across the state to participate in a Candidate Education Session. Whether joining us in person or virtually, candidates heard from the state's leading experts on budgets, education funding and more.
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Private school vouchers are budget busters. With Nebraska's budget already strained, it's important to be vigilant with the rollout of federal voucher policies in Nebraska. You can count on OpenSky to present the facts and fallout.
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OpenSky Policy Institute retweeted
As states prepare to implement Medicaid work requirements, Nebraska is one step closer to what people in many states will face: longer wait times, enrollment delays, and people losing care they rely on.cbpp.org/blog/nebraska-launc…
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OpenSky Policy Institute retweeted
About 25,000 Medicaid enrollees in Nebraska are projected to lose coverage as the state moves ahead with work requirements under a rushed timeline and limited guidance. Montana could be at risk of similar outcomes. cbpp.org/blog/nebraska-launc…
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Nebraska's early implementation of Medicaid work reporting requirements is already underway, even before guidance from CMS detailing program requirements. On August 1, enrolles who receive Medicaid will be terminated from the program.
Read more here: openskypolicy.org/nebraska-t…
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The team at OpenSky when someone proposes raiding the cash reserve to balance the budget ⬇️
#maythe4thbewithyou
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Give to Lincoln has begun! Between now and midnight on May 28, your generous support of OpenSky Policy Institute will help us unlock matching funds critical for our work to realize the vision of a Nebraska where everyone can thrive. Donate here: givetolincoln.com/nonprofits…
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Nebraskans approved Medicaid expansion at the ballot box in 2018, showing a strong commitment to health care access as part of a robust and thriving state. Now, more than 30,000 Nebraskans stand to lose coverage.
Read more from @centeronbudget here:
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And that's a wrap! The 109th Legislature is officially adjourned Sine Die.
We are grateful to stand with so many people working for a brighter Nebraska, including departing legislators, staff members, and every Nebraskan who engaged in the legislative process.
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What do Douglas firs, Frontenac, and the Milky Way have in common? Your investment in the state makes them accessible! Read about 6 cool things you might not know your tax dollars support here:
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📸: Justin Haag via ow.ly/3F7Z50YK3kI
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