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Why Congress Must Pass the Women’s Health Protection Act to Uphold Reproductive Freedom

Abortion is legal, so why does it always feel like this is not the case? The reality for many Americans is that while abortion is indeed legal, it remains largely inaccessible. The Women’s Health Protection Act (WHPA) addresses this at the federal level.

Sept. 15, 2021

Statement on Fight to Keep Abortion Safe and Legal in Nebraska

Nebraskan abortion supporters and advocates are standing up to protect the right to safe and legal abortion in response to the nation’s most restrictive abortion ban taking effect in Texas this week. The Texas law bans abortion at six weeks before most people know they are pregnant and places the enforcement in the hands of private citizens who can sue abortion providers and anyone who “aids and abets” abortions.

Sept. 3, 2021

Threat to Abortion Enters New Era As Texas Bans Abortion Today

Texas Abortion Ban Opens the Door For Anti-Abortion Politicians in Nebraska to Follow

Sept. 1, 2021

Nebraska Values Reproductive Freedom: Lynn’s Story

Nebraskans want to make their own decisions, to control their future, and to control their bodies. That’s why Nebraskans stand with Planned Parenthood and reproductive freedom.

Aug. 13, 2021

Nebraska Values Comprehensive Sex Education: Ruby’s Story

Young people in Nebraska deserve to be taught the information they need to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health. They deserve to learn about gender identity and sexual orientation, to create more acceptance and bust the stereotypes and stigma that the LGBTQ+ community faces.

July 30, 2021

Nebraska Values Inclusive Communities: Eric’s Story

Coming out as queer and getting to where I am today was a long and difficult journey. But I have found thriving communities of queer people who have lived their whole lives in Nebraska. I have found acceptance and support in pockets within the state. The values I attributed to Nebraska as a teen weren’t the reality.

July 30, 2021

2021 Legislative Session Wrap-Up: Pushing for Progress

Nebraska’s 2021 legislative session has officially ended. Here are the key issues that Planned Parenthood Advocates of Nebraska (PPAN) tracked and supported this year. 

June 3, 2021

Lincoln Residents Elect Reproductive Health Care Champions

Lincoln voters showed their support at the polls Tuesday for candidates who will protect sexual and reproductive freedom and stand for public health.

May 5, 2021