Bill to expand support for struggling Nebraska K-3 readers falls to filibuster

By: Zach Wendling

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: April 9, 2026

Words: 854

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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LINCOLN — A legislative bill to require Nebraska public schools to increase support for struggling young readers and students with dyslexia fell two votes short Wednesday.

Legislative Bill 1050, a priority of Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen with support from U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon, failed on a 31-4 vote. The bill needed 33 votes to invoke “cloture,” the procedural motion to shut off debate after four hours of opposition led by State Sen. …

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