Nebraska
Women lawmakers take the lead in shaping policy in Nebraska. Advocates hope other states follow.
Women in the Nebraska Legislature largely took the reins in a recent special session called by Gov. Jim Pillen to lower property taxes.
FILE - State Sen. Lou Ann Linehan works on the legislative floor of the Nebraska State Capitol during the 108th Legislature 1st Special Session, Aug. 8, 2024, in Lincoln, Neb. (AP Photo/Rebecca S. Gratz, File)
LINCOLN, Neb. – When Nebraska Gov. Jim P... [7076 chars]