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This week marked the final week of hearings for over 800 bills introduced in the 108 th Legislature. I completed this phase of the session by presenting two bills before the Appropriations … more
The only bill of mine that was referred to the Revenue Committee was heard last week without opposition. LB 529 made changes to what many call “the postcard bill.” In September of … more
Corn (also called maize), like wheat and rice, is a grass that has become highly modified by artificial selection and recent genetic technology.  We use the seeds or "grains" for a variety … more
We were finally able to engage in substantive debate last week with conversations surrounding LB 77. This bill would help Nebraska join 25 other states in allowing its citizens to carry a concealed … more
Spiders are easily recognized by the four pairs of seven-segmented legs.  There are more than 35,000 named species worldwide, including more than 3,000 in North America. However, there … more
While weather last week cancelled events and caused snow days across the state, the business at the Nebraska State Legislature continued as normal. I had one bill up for a hearing that was heard … more
It has been an eventful week in the legislature with a lot of emotional bills being heard. One of them, called the “Let Them Grow Act”, was heard in the HHS Committee. This bill … more
Located in the heart of metropolitan Los Angeles, California, is one of the most interesting and unique city parks in all the world. It is called Hancock Park and contains a group of smelly, … more
Season’s Greetings, everyone!  I hope you are all safe and well this holiday season, and you find time to celebrate and honor your family traditions, no matter what those might … more
I never met my great-grandfather, but I feel like I know him in some way. That’s thanks to the day he sat my grandmother down and told her she could ask him anything about the war, and … more
We are off to a great start to the school year! Our staff members are working hard to instill our mission of “life-long learning and responsible decision making” in our students. In … more
So, this is my first column. Not just since I’ve started a new job here as a reporter, but ever. I guess I should probably make it count. As a reporter and a writer, I can tell you your life … more
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