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October 8, 2020
byJasmine Harris, Director of Advocacy & Policy

As America is dealing with COVID-19, civil unrest and a great political division, we would be remiss to not mention that 2020 is an historical election year. Elections are important especially because the elected officials’ duties will include enacting policies that affect people who are currently and formerly incarcerated.

September 28, 2020
byRISE

In Nebraska, people who were arrested, awaiting trial, convicted of or on probation for a misdemeanor can vote!

September 24, 2020
byRISE

When a person completes their 2 year waiting period after finishing their sentence requirements, they DO NOT need documentation to prove their legal right to vote! This means just REGISTER and VOTE!