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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T140000
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SUMMARY:National Voter Registration Day
DESCRIPTION:National Voter Registration Day is a nonpartisan civic holiday celebrating our democracy. First observed in 2012\, it has quickly gained momentum ever since. Nearly 4.7 million voters have registered to vote on the holiday to date.\nThis year\, our Voting Rights Initiatives staff will share key registration skills and practice voter engagement strategies during a fast-paced and inspiring workshop. Here are the important details for you to know:\n\n\nWhat: Training for voter registration\, practicing these skills\, discussion\, plus voter registration kits for each participant\n\n\nWhen: 2 to 4 pm Tuesday\, Sept. 20\n\n\nWhere: Center for People in Need\, 3901 N. 27th St. in Lincoln\n\n\nFollowing the workshop\, we’ll provide voter registration assistance to those who visit the Center for People in Need’s 4 pm food distribution program.\nRegister now for this event
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220920-national-voter-registration-day/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T200000
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UID:39967-1663873200-1663876800@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Lincoln GOTV Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first of three get-out-the-vote town halls. On Sept. 22\, we will gather at the Nebraska Union on the University of Nebraska campus to focus on voter processes like registration\, voting by mail\, voting in person\, and what to expect this fall.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220922-lincoln-gotv-town-hall/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220925T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T173000
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UID:41054-1664112600-1664645400@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Civic Sidewalk Series
DESCRIPTION:The Civic Sidewalk Series will take place at several locations in Lincoln\, Omaha\, and Grand Island starting Sept. 25 and finishing Oct. 1. Local artists will spray-chalk motivational messages about voting at various locations\, while Civic Nebraska and partners will provide voter education\, registration\, and help for voters in making plans for the Nov. 8 general election.\nThis is the third Civic Sidewalk Series. The first took place in Lincoln in the run-up to the 2020 general election. Partners in the project included the South of Downtown Community Development Organization\, Civic Nebraska\, the LUX Center for the Arts\, and Adria Does Design. In 2021\, the Series returned to raise awareness and engagement for municipal elections in Omaha and Lincoln. For the upcoming general election\, partner organizations expanded to The Wellbeing Partners\, Latino Center of the Midlands\, the Union for Contemporary Arts\, The Gathering Place\, and YWCA of Grand Island.\nSites and schedules include:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLincoln\nSunday\, Sept. 25\, 1-4:30 pm at LUX Center for the Arts – Streets Alive!; 2601 N 48th St.\nWednesday\, Sept. 28\, 4-6 pm at Gathering Place; 1448 E St.\nOmaha\nMonday\, Sept. 26\, 11-2 pm at University of Nebraska Omaha – Milo Bail Student Center; 6203 University Dr N.\nThursday\, Sept. 29\, 3-6 pm at Latino Center of the Midlands; 4821 S 24th St.\nSaturday\, Oct. 1\, 12-2:30 pm at the Union for Contemporary Art; 2423 N 24th St.\nGrand Island\nTuesday\, Sept. 27\, 2:30-5:30 pm at the YWCA-Grand Island; 211 E Fonner Park Rd.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220925-civic-sidewalk-series/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20220928T161617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T161617Z
UID:53402-1665072000-1665082800@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Initiative 432 public hearing: North Platte
DESCRIPTION:Three hearings have been set for October for Nebraskans to weigh in on Initiative 432\, the latest scheme to impose strict voter ID requirements on all voters. This is your opportunity to tell state leaders that Initiative 432 would be costly\, complicated overreach into the voting booth that creates negative consequences for every Nebraskan.\nJoin your fellow Nebraskans in saying No to 432 at the first of  three opportunities to speak:\nNorth Platte\n4 to 7 p.m. CDT Thursday\, Oct. 6\nMid-Plains Community College South Campus\, McDonald Belton Theater\, 601 West State Farm Road\nTo prepare\, visit NoTo432.org and check out the Field Resources section. There you’ll find facts\, figures\, and talking points to help state your case.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221006-i432-public-hearing-north-platte/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20220817T215449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T215449Z
UID:39976-1665219600-1665252000@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:McCook Heritage Days Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Iconic ’80s are returning for the annual McCook Heritage Days celebration. Join us in celebrating 140 years of McCook with an annual parade\, park vendors\, and much more. Civic Nebraska and Nonpartisan Nebraska will host a vendor booth on Saturday\, Oct. 8\, at Norris Park. Drop by and say hello!
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221008-mccook-heritage-days/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20220928T162054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T162054Z
UID:53407-1665495000-1665505800@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Initiative 432 public hearing: Omaha
DESCRIPTION:Three hearings have been set for October for Nebraskans to weigh in on Initiative 432\, the latest scheme to impose strict voter ID requirements on all voters. This is your opportunity to tell state leaders that Initiative 432 would be costly\, complicated overreach into the voting booth that creates negative consequences for every Nebraskan.\nJoin your fellow Nebraskans in saying No to 432 at the second of these three opportunities to speak:\nOmaha\n1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday\, Oct. 11\nThompson Alumni Center\, Bootstrapper Hall\, 6705 Dodge St.\nTo prepare\, visit NoTo432.org and check out the Field Resources section. There you’ll find facts\, figures\, and talking points to help state your case.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221011-i432-public-hearing-omaha/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20220928T162451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T162451Z
UID:53411-1666116000-1666126800@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Initiative 432 public hearing: Lincoln
DESCRIPTION:Three hearings have been set for October for Nebraskans to weigh in on Initiative 432\, the latest scheme to impose strict voter ID requirements on all voters. This is your opportunity to tell state leaders that Initiative 432 would be costly\, complicated overreach into the voting booth that creates negative consequences for every Nebraskan.\nJoin your fellow Nebraskans in saying No to 432 at the third and final opportunity to speak:\nLincoln\n6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday\, Oct. 18\nNebraska State Capitol\, Hearing Room 1525\, 1445 K St.\nTo prepare\, visit NoTo432.org and check out the Field Resources section. There you’ll find facts\, figures\, and talking points to help state your case.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221018-i432-public-hearing-lincoln/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T200000
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UID:39970-1666292400-1666296000@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Lincoln GOTV town hall
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second of three get-out-the-vote town halls. On Oct. 20\, we will gather at the Nebraska Union on the University of Nebraska campus to focus on voting rights\, voter ID\, felony disenfranchisement\, the MOVE Act\, and more related to our rights as voters.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221020-lincoln-gotv-town-hall/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221021T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221021T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20221007T001049Z
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UID:53653-1666373400-1666380600@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Happy Hour with Heather & Heidi
DESCRIPTION:Civic Nebraska invites you to share space with our program directors Heidi Uhing and Heather Engdahl as we get ready for the 2022 general election! The Voting Rights Reception: Happy Hour with Heidi and Heather will give you the opportunity to learn about Civic Nebraska’s Voting Rights Initiatives\,  connect one-on-one with our directors\, and pick up your Election Protector packets if you’re volunteering to observe polling places on Election Day.\n\n\nVoting Rights Reception: Happy Hour with Heidi and Heather \n\nWhere: Iron Horse Bar and Event Room\, 768 Q St.\, Lincoln\n\nDate: Friday\, Oct. 21\, 2022\n\nTime: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.\n\nHosted light food and cash bar
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221020-happy-hour-heather-heidi/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221029
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20221019T192038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T192038Z
UID:53786-1666915200-1667001599@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Vote Early Day
DESCRIPTION:When Americans vote early\, they ensure that last-minute problems won’t prevent them from casting their ballots – and help shorten voting lines on Election Day for everyone. But voting early rules\, both for in-person and by-mail options\, vary widely all over the country\, causing confusion and preventing voters from casting ballots.\nCivic Nebraska is among hundreds of groups and individuals taking part in Vote Early Day on Oct. 28\, a nonpartisan movement among media\, businesses\, nonprofits\, election administrators\, and creatives to ensure Americans have the tools to vote early. The statewide voting-rights organization will share early-voting resources at CivicNebraska.org and on social media to encourage Nebraskans to take steps to cast their 2022 ballots early.\nNebraska’s voters began submitting requests for an early mail-in ballot on July 11 for the Nov. 8 general election. Election officials began mailing out ballots to voters on Oct. 3. During the May 10 primary\, nearly 45 percent of Nebraskans cast their vote early.\nEarly voters in Nebraska should know:\n›› Nebraska is a “no-excuse” state\, meaning any registered voter may request an early mail-in (absentee) ballot. You are not required to provide a reason.\n›› You can apply for an early-voting ballot by contacting your county election office by mail or fax. Visit https://bitly.com/NebElexCommish to find your county’s election office.\n›› Online\, you also can print an early voting application\, complete the form\, and then mail\, fax or scan/take its picture\, then email the application to your county’s election office. The last day an early-voting application can be received for the general election is 6 p.m. CDT on Oct. 28.\n›› You can vote early in person at your county election office through Nov. 7. Some county election offices offer extended hours for early voting; voters can contact their county election office directly for information about their hours.\nVoter forms\, including early voting applications\, can be found here. Voters may also visit CivicNebraska.vote for information about voting by mail and CivicNebraska.org/election-2022 for key dates\, dropbox locations\, and answers to FAQs about the 2022 election.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221028-vote-early-day/
CATEGORIES:Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T233000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20221027T173356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T173356Z
UID:53864-1667037600-1667086200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:(Virtual) Election Observer Training
DESCRIPTION:We have added two online training dates to increase the opportunities for volunteers to receive the necessary training to participate in nonpartisan poll observation for Nov. 8. \nIf you’d like to volunteer but were unable to attend a training in October\, please register for one of these virtual trainings on Zoom: \n›› Saturday\, Oct. 29\n10 am CDT (9 am MDT)\nClick to register \n›› Saturday\, Nov. 5\n10am CDT (9am MDT)\nClick to register \nCivic Nebraska organizes the largest nonpartisan election observation program in our state. Observers across Nebraska visit polling places to assess the physical accessibility of the polling place and accessibility of the ballot itself. Learn more about our Election Protection Program here.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221029-virtual-election-observer-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20221024T224018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T224018Z
UID:53843-1667498400-1667505600@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Youth Voting Power: Decoding The Ballot
DESCRIPTION:ATTENTION YOUNG PEOPLE! Join us and our partners for a good meal and good conversation\, and leave knowing how to use your voice to elevate your voting power.\nRepresentatives from Civic Nebraska\, League of Women Voters\, Douglas County Election Commissioner’s Office\, and Elevate Omaha will be discussing ways to engage with the local election coming up on Nov. 8.\nWe need YOUR voice in this upcoming election. Can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221103-youth-voting-power-decoding-ballot/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221108
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20220823T171556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T171556Z
UID:40137-1667779200-1667865599@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Hero Day 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join Civic Nebraska on Nov. 7\, when we recognize the immense importance and work of election administration teams\, poll workers\, and more across the nation. On this day\, nonprofits\, business leaders\, brands\, public officials\, and many more will celebrate the tremendous contributions election administration teams are making to ensure a safe\, secure voting experience for all. A day before the midterm election\, Election Hero Day celebrates all election staff that ensures a safe\, secure\, and accessible Election Day.\nMore
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221107-election-hero-day/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230105
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20221214T182026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T182026Z
UID:54802-1672790400-1672876799@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Nebraska Legislature: First day of 2023 session
DESCRIPTION:Jan. 4 marks the start of the 108th Nebraska Legislature\, which meets at the State Capitol in Lincoln. It is the first year of the 2023-24 biennium\, meaning it is a “long session\,” or 90 legislative days. Senators are expected to be in session until early June.\nWith 49 members\, the Nebraska Legislature is the smallest of any U.S. state. Unlike the legislatures of the other 49 states and the U.S. Congress\, the Nebraska Legislature is a unicameral legislature\, thus not separated into two houses. It is also nonpartisan and does not officially recognize its members’ political party affiliations.\nResources:\n›› Information about the legislative process\, the history of the Nebraska Legislature\, general information about unicameralism\, and an in-depth explanation of the budget process.\n›› The Nebraska Legislature’s ADA Notice\, tips on testifying at hearings\, the rules of the Legislature\, legislative district maps\, photos of the Capitol\, and a glossary.\n›› The  Unicameral Update is an online news source produced by the Clerk of the Legislature and maintained throughout the session.\n›› Planning to visit? Here’s information about visiting the State Capitol.\n  \n 
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230104-nebraska-legislature-day1-2023/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights,Youth Civic Leadership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230123T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230117T155506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T155506Z
UID:55399-1674480600-1674493200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Legislative hearing: LB225 (civic education)
DESCRIPTION:LB225\,  a civic education bill from State Sen. George Dungan of Lincoln\, will receive a public hearing at 1:30 pm CST on Jan. 23 in room 1525 of the Nebraska State Capitol. The bill would add a student representative to each Nebraska school district’s Committee on American Civics\, which ensures that social studies curriculum provides foundational civic knowledge and aligns with state standards. \nEach district committee is required to hold at least two public meetings annually and ensure that the district’s social studies curriculum is accessible to the public. It also assesses the district’s alignment with state social studies standards and teaches knowledge in “civics\, history\, economics\, financial literacy\, and geography.” \nIn addition\, LB225 would enable students to meet high school civic education requirements by serving as a poll worker. This new option would join a series of existing standards and activities\, including taking a written test\, attending and participating in public meetings\, and writing papers and making presentations about what they have learned. \nCivic Nebraska supports this legislation and encourages those in support to submit written testimony or to testify in person.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230123-hearing-lb225-civic-education/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights,Youth Civic Leadership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230131T230621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T230621Z
UID:55654-1675258200-1675274400@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Legislative hearing: LB535 (voter ID)
DESCRIPTION:The Nebraska Legislature’s Government\, Military\, and Veterans Affairs Committee will hold a public hearing for LB535 – State Sen. Julie Slama’s voter ID bill – at 1:30 pm CST on Wednesday\, Feb. 1\, in Room 1507 of the State Capitol. As Nebraska’s “Second House\,” your voice is needed so that committee members fully understand the ramifications of such a measure.\nWe must all remind our elected officials that when Nebraskans voted in November to amend the state Constitution\, they put their trust in the lawmakers to craft the details\, including the assurance that barriers to the ballot will remain minimal. We all must also express clearly that any bill making it harder for Nebraskans to vote must include voter-friendly accommodations so the ability and opportunity to vote are not diminished\, no one is turned away from casting their ballot\, and our civil rights are protected.\nTo assist advocates who plan to testify in person before the committee\, Civic Nebraska is hosting a virtual strategy and training session from 6 to 7:30 pm CST on Jan. 31 on Zoom. RSVP here. We’ll go over a few basic testimony pointers and\, if necessary\, provide space for one-on-one practice sessions.\nIf you won’t be able to make the hearing on LB535 on Feb. 1\, we strongly encourage you to send the committee an email before Jan. 31 explaining why preserving free access to the ballot is so vitally important\, and why any and all voter ID legislation must keep the welfare of voters in mind.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230201-legislative-hearing-lb535-voter-id/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230202T181951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T181951Z
UID:55775-1675501200-1675519200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Black Political Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Omaha Black Political Summit will take place from 9 am to 2 pm on Saturday\, Feb. 4\, at The Venue\, 2120 N. 30th St. in Omaha. This event will focus on creating a 2023 action plan to create political power in Omaha. The Summit is focused on increasing voter participation\, specifically in the Black community. Jointly\, we will recognize the problem\, seek input for collaborative solutions\, and develop a comprehensive short- and long-term plan of action.\nREGISTER NOW FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230204-black-political-summit/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230220T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230216T001656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T001656Z
UID:56188-1676916000-1676919600@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:LB20 Testimony Prep Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We have an opportunity to support Nebraskans previously convicted of a felony by passing Legislative Bill 20. LB20 will restore voting rights to Nebraskans previously convicted of a felony upon the completion of their sentence\, allowing them to become civically re-engaged. Make your voice heard by testifying in support of LB20 at 1:30 pm CST on Wednesday\, Feb. 22\, 2023\, in Room 1507 of the Nebraska State Capitol.\n›› Contact us if you need transportation from Omaha.\nAs an everyday Nebraskan\, your participation in this process is critical to ensure that the bill passes. With Civic Nebraska by your side\, we can deliver a powerful and persuasive testimony that will make an impact. Let’s work together to make LB20 a reality!\nJoin us from 6 to 7 pm CST on Monday\, Feb. 20\, via Zoom to workshop your testimony and get tips on how to testify.\nRegister for our virtual workshop here.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220220-lb20-testimony-prep-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230222T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230215T161743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T161743Z
UID:56127-1677072600-1677085200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Committee Hearing: LB20 (Voting Rights Restoration)
DESCRIPTION:The Nebraska Legislature’s Government\, Military\, and Veterans Affairs Committee will hear public testimony on LB20\, which would restore voting rights for nearly 20\,000 Nebraskans who have completed their felony sentences\, including probation and/or parole.\n1:30 pm CST – Wednesday\, Feb. 22 – Room 1507 – Nebraska State Capitol\, 1445 K St.\nNebraska is one of the few states to withhold voting rights beyond the completion of a sentence for a felony conviction. In Nebraska\, people previously convicted of a felony must wait an additional two years past the completion of their sentence – including probation and parole – to vote.  While some argue that the waiting period gives people previously convicted of a felony a chance to prove that they are reformed\, waiting periods like these can cause those with previous convictions to feel excluded from their communities and impact their ability to reintegrate into society.\nCan’t make the hearing? Submit a comment online for the official record. This must be done before NOON CST on Tuesday\, Feb. 21.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230222-committee-hearing-lb20/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230224T194058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T194058Z
UID:56334-1677434400-1677610800@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Government Committee hearing prep (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The Nebraska Legislature’s Government Committee will hear testimony on three voter ID bills on Wednesday\, March 1. In preparation\, we will host a virtual informational session at 6 pm Sunday\, Feb. 26. Join us on Zoom to learn what to expect during the hearing\, to get help writing your testimony\, and then\, if you wish\, to practice your oral presentation. \nRegister for this virtual session.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230226-government-committee-prep/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230223T210409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T210409Z
UID:56315-1677927600-1677931200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Nebraska Advocacy Education in Action kickoff
DESCRIPTION:The Nebraska Poor People’s Campaign\, Civic Nebraska\, Nebraska Appleseed\, and Nebraska Interfaith Power and Light are co-hosting this event to equip and excite people new to advocacy to take the first steps in engaging in legislative advocacy.\nThe organizations aim to ground everyone\, regardless of experience level\, in the reasons we take action for a more just and sustainable Nebraska.\nTo join the Zoom event\, register at this link.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/nebraska-advocacy-education-in-action-kickoff/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230302T225507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T225507Z
UID:56419-1678734000-1678737600@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Voting Rights: a Community Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join Civic Nebraska and the Karen Society of Nebraska for a virtual session full of helpful information about voting in the upcoming Lincoln municipal elections (April 4 and May 2)\, basic information about local candidates\, and ask Voting Rights Community Organizer Chueqa Yang questions you may have.\n\nWATCH LIVE ON FACEBOOK\nWATCH LIVE ON ZOOM:\nMeeting ID is 818 6376 1407\n 
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/202303130-voting-rights-community-conversation/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230322T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230322T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230320T212912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T212912Z
UID:56856-1679491800-1679508000@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Nebraska Legislature committee hearing: LB457\, LB193\, LB808
DESCRIPTION:The Nebraska Legislature’s Government\, Military\, and Veterans Affairs Committee will hear testimony on three election-related bills in Room 1525 of the Nebraska State Capitol\, 1445 K St. The bills are:\n\nLB457 (Sen. Holdcroft): Require video surveillance of voting and provide requirements for paper ballots\, vote scanning devices\, and vote tabulating equipment\n\n\nLB193 (Sen. Halloran): Provide requirements for voting systems under the Election Act\n\nLB808 (Sen. Halloran): Provide for counting and recounting ballots under the Election Act by hand count\n\nCivic Nebraska opposes these bills. You can join us in submitting written testimony on any or all of these bills by clicking on their individual links.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230322-lb457-lb193-lb808/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230404T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230404T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230320T204349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T204349Z
UID:56840-1680595200-1680638400@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Primary Election Day: Lincoln city election
DESCRIPTION:On April 4\, 2023\, the City of Lincoln holds PRIMARY elections for:\nMayor of Lincoln (through 2027) – two of three candidates will advance to the May 2 general election\nLincoln City Council (four of seven seats) – two candidates in each of the city’s geographic districts will advance to the May 2 general election\nLincoln Public Schools Board of Education (three of seven seats) – two candidates in each of Districts 2\, 4\, and 6 will advance to the May 2 general election\nLincoln Airport Authority (two of five seats) – four of five candidates will advance to the May 2 general election \nPolls are open from 8 am to 8 pm CDT. If you requested an early mail-in ballot\, you can deposit it in the county’s official dropbox at 601 N. 46th St. until 8 pm CDT.\nIf voting in person\, you can find your polling place here: https://www.lancaster.ne.gov/337/Voter-Information\nGet all dates\, FAQs\, and voting information about the April 4 general election at CivicNebraska.org/election-2023.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/primary-election-day-lincoln-city-election/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230320T211105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T211105Z
UID:56845-1681236000-1681241400@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Protection Program: Observation Training
DESCRIPTION:Civic Nebraska will train and deploy Election Protectors on May 2\, Election Day in Lincoln\, to observe polling places around the city. Election observation protects the integrity of and helps maintain public confidence in our state’s electoral process.\n\nElection Protectors ensure elections are open\, accessible\, and efficient\, and they share their observations with Civic Nebraska to improve the state’s elections. Volunteers are equipped with observation sheets\, an ADA checklist\, and the required ID badges for their roles on Election Day.\n\n\n\nTraining dates:\n›› 6 pm CDT Tuesday\, April 11\n\n\n\n\n›› 11 am CDT Saturday\, April 15\n\n\n\n\n›› 10 am CDT Saturday\, April 22\n\n\n\nClick here for more information and to sign up to volunteer!
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230411-election-protection-program-observation-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20221121T143043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T143043Z
UID:54549-1681407000-1681414200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening Democracy Awards 2023
DESCRIPTION:Civic Nebraska’s Strengthening Democracy Awards honor Nebraskans who build a more modern\, robust democracy in the Cornhusker State. The keynote speech will be from Desmond Meade\, a national voting rights advocate who led the grassroots 2018 effort to restore voting rights to more than 1.4 Floridians with prior felony convictions.\nWe are returning to Omaha’s Livestock Exchange Ballroom this year and we’re eager for you to join us! \nLEARN MORE AND RSVP
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230413-strengthening-democracy/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights,Youth Civic Leadership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230415T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230320T211621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T211621Z
UID:56850-1681556400-1681561800@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Protection Program: Observation Training
DESCRIPTION:Civic Nebraska will deploy trained Election Protectors on May 2\, Election Day in Lincoln\, to observe polling places around the city. Election observation protects the integrity of and helps maintain public confidence in our state’s electoral process.\nElection Protectors ensure elections are open\, accessible\, and efficient\, and they share their observations with Civic Nebraska to improve the state’s elections. Volunteers are equipped with observation sheets\, an ADA checklist\, and the required ID badges for their roles on Election Day.\n\n\n\nRemaining training dates:\n\n\n\n\n›› 11 am CDT Saturday\, April 15\n\n\n\n\n›› 10 am CDT Saturday\, April 22\n\n\n\nClick here for more information and to sign up to volunteer!
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230415-election-protection-program-observation-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T233000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230320T211836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T211836Z
UID:56852-1682157600-1682206200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Protection Program: Observation Training
DESCRIPTION:Civic Nebraska will deploy trained Election Protectors on May 2\, Election Day in Lincoln\, to observe polling places around the city. Election observation protects the integrity of and helps maintain public confidence in our state’s electoral process.\nElection Protectors ensure elections are open\, accessible\, and efficient\, and they share their observations with Civic Nebraska to improve the state’s elections. Volunteers are equipped with observation sheets\, an ADA checklist\, and the required ID badges for their roles on Election Day.\n\n\n\nRemaining training dates:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n›› 10 am CDT Saturday\, April 22\n\n\n\nClick here for more information and to sign up to volunteer!
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230422-election-protection-program-observation-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230320T203848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T203848Z
UID:56837-1683014400-1683057600@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Day: Lincoln city election
DESCRIPTION:On May 2\, 2023\, the City of Lincoln holds elections for:\nMayor of Lincoln (through 2027)\nLincoln City Council (four of seven seats)\nLincoln Public Schools Board of Education (three of seven seats)\nLincoln Airport Authority (two of five seats) \nPolls are open from 8 am to 8 pm CDT. If you requested an early mail-in ballot\, you can deposit it in the county’s official dropbox at 601 N. 46th St. until 8 pm CDT.\nIf voting in person\, you can find your polling place here: https://www.lancaster.ne.gov/337/Voter-Information\nGet all dates\, FAQs\, and voting information about the May 2 general election at CivicNebraska.org/election-2023.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230502-lincoln-city-election/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230525
DTSTAMP:20260409T140505
CREATED:20230208T164101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T164101Z
UID:55883-1684886400-1684972799@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Give To Lincoln Day
DESCRIPTION:Give to Lincoln Day\, coordinated by Lincoln Community Foundation\, is a time when everyone in Lincoln is asked to make a donation toward the organizations that are critical to the care\, support\, and spirit of the city. Donate to Civic Nebraska for a more modern and robust democracy for all Nebraskans! \nSUPPORT CIVIC NEBRASKA\n 
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230524-give-to-lincoln-day/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights,Youth Civic Leadership
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