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University of Nebraska at Kearney pulls trans-focused faculty training after governor's threat
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University of Nebraska at Kearney pulls trans-focused faculty training after governor's threat

  • UNK canceled a transgender-focused faculty training module after backlash and state criticism.
  • The training was part of the Monday Morning Mentor series and referenced a 20-minute program from North Carolina.
  • Governor Pillen criticized the training, calling it irrelevant and destructive to the university’s mission.
  • UNK said the module was removed and reaffirmed its focus on academics and welcoming students.
  • Pillen stated that higher education should not be distracted by woke indoctrination.
  • The school emphasized addressing the issue and correcting its review process.
  • Pillen credited the action as good news after posting about the issue.
  • Pillen warned that inaction could affect funding and public trust.
  • UNK said the training was removed and reiterated its commitment to academic excellence.
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Nebraska poised to become the first state to implement a Medicaid work requirement signed by Trump
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Nebraska poised to become the first state to implement a Medicaid work requirement signed by Trump

  • Nebraska will enforce Medicaid work requirements on new applicants eight months before the federally mandated deadline.
  • Enrollees 19 to 64 must show 80 hours of work, volunteering, or schooling per month to stay covered.
  • The state will review eligibility every six months starting in 2027, speeding up potential disenrollments.
  • Exemptions include medical frailty and participation in addiction treatment programs.
  • Officials anticipate 20,000 to 28,000 current enrollees will need to provide more information.
  • Nebraska plans to use data matches to determine work status for most expansion enrollees.
  • The policy is part of a broader law signed by President Trump last year.
  • Advocates worry the rapid rollout could disenfranchise eligible Nebraskans.
  • KFF expert says the approach will serve as a lesson for other states.
  • A 295-page list outlines conditions that could qualify someone as medically frail.
  • Federal guidance on the policy is expected in June, potentially prompting changes.
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