Supporters of public schools in Nebraska have submitted over 86,000 signatures to repeal LB 1402, a law directing $10 million annually towards private school scholarships. The petition, organized by Support Our Schools Nebraska, is confident it has enough valid signatures to qualify, chanting “This is what democracy looks like” as they delivered the signatures. This marks the second year in a row they’ve petitioned against public funds going to private schools, following LB 753’s replacement with LB 1402. Senator Lou Ann Linehan, the law’s sponsor, defended school choice, arguing it benefits families, while opponents argue it undermines public education by funding separate systems.
We Care About Kids’: Private School Voucher Repeal Turns in 87,000 Signatures to get on Nov. Ballot
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