Nebraska braces for latest private school funding, vouchers fight, now eyeing $3.5M

By: Zach Wendling

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: March 9, 2026

Words: 2,147

Last Updated: 1 day, 4 hours ago

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LINCOLN — A majority of Nebraska voters in 45 of 49 legislative districts repealed the state’s last program allowing state funds to support students attending private schools in 2024.

Some lawmakers have suggested reviving or trying new school choice programs since. This session, with Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen’s backing, supporters seek $3.5 million in the state budget with a primary goal of supporting students caught in the “gap” from recent programs voters rejected.

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