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Nebraskas political redistricting debate sparks Unicameral turmoil
In Lincoln a federal ruling on reapportionment splits Nebraska legislature into urban and rural camps. Proposals include crossing county lines to redraw districts, reducing lawmakers to 37, and possible Supreme Court appeal. Attorney general warns of appeals while urban senator George Syas pushes to ignore limits. The dispute threatens 25 of 49 four year terms. The session also passes Kerr Mills aged care expansion pushed by Governor Morrison and considers annual legislative sessions. Governor Morrison urges aging committee and federal funds readiness. Also covered are political campaign stops by Governors Morrison and Avery, state budget strains on mental hospitals, and salary gaps in state employment.
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Lincoln
Rulin
Efort
U.S. Supreme Court
Counies
George Syas
Omaha
Federal Court
Supreme Court
Nebraska
Kerr-Mills
Morrison
William M. Wylie
Elgin
Marvin E. Stromer
Public Health and Welfare Committee
Ular
Midwest
University of Nebraska
William Avery
Kansas
Jack Cleavenger
George Morris
State Penal Complex