Parents—not the government or corporations—should be the ones making decisions about their children’s education and online safety. LB 383 and LB 509 give families more freedom and control, and you can help these bills move forward by submitting comments before committee hearings this Thursday, February 6th.
LB 383: The Parental Rights in Social Media Act (Judiciary Committee)
Social media platforms often allow children to create accounts without parental approval, exposing them to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, and online dangers. LB 383 ensures parents can protect their children online by requiring age verification and parental consent before minors can open social media accounts.
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- Restores parental rights: Parents, not tech companies, should have the right to decide when their child is ready for social media.
- Protects children from online harm: Studies show a direct link between excessive social media use and increased stress, anxiety, and depression in minors.
- Strengthens online safety: This bill ensures that minors cannot bypass age restrictions and gives parents oversight tools to monitor their children’s activity, privacy settings, and time spent online.
LB 509: The Opportunity Scholarships Act (Revenue Committee)
Every child in Nebraska should have the opportunity to attend a school that meets their individual educational needs and aligns with their family’s values. LB 509 reinstates the tax-credit scholarship program, allowing students to attend the school of their choice.
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- Expands educational opportunities: Parents, not a zip code, should decide where their child is educated. LB 509 helps low-income and working-class families afford school tuition by incentivizing private donations to scholarship-granting organizations.
- Funded by private donations: Tax-credit scholarships are funded entirely by private contributions, not public school funds.
- Taxpayer savings: Scholarship tax-credit programs save taxpayer dollars while giving families more freedom and choice in education.
ACT NOW
Submit a comment in support of these bills before 8:00 AM (CST) on Thursday, February 6th, to be included in the official hearing record.
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- STEP 1: Access the LB 383 and LB 509 bill summary pages.
- STEP 2: Click “Submit Comments Online” in the center of the page.
- STEP 3: Click “I Understand” in the Written Submission pop-up window.
- STEP 4: Select “Yes” under “Include Comment in Hearing Record,” fill out the form, and submit your comment as a “proponent.” You will receive an email asking you to confirm your comment.
When parents have the ability to make the best decisions for their children—whether in education or online safety—families and communities thrive. With your help, we can ensure Nebraska puts families first, empowering parents, protecting children, and giving them the best opportunities for success.
This week on the NFA Report, Senator Tony Sorrentino discusses LB 509, the Opportunity Scholarships Act, and shares why Nebraska needs freedom and choice in education. Listen to learn what’s at stake and how school choice legislation like the Opportunity Scholarships Act provides hope to kids and families.
