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High school students are invited to take on the role of state senators at the Unicameral Youth Legislature from June 12-15. At the State Capitol, students senators will sponsor bills, conduct committee hearings, debate legislation and discover the unique process of the nation’s only unicameral. The Unicameral Youth Legislature gives behind-the-scenes access to students who have an interest in public office, government, politics, law, public policy, debate or public speaking. Students will learn about the inner workings of the Legislature directly from senators and staff.
The Office of the Clerk of the Nebraska Legislature coordinates the Unicameral Youth Legislature. The University of Nebraska – Lincoln’s Extension 4-H Youth Development Office coordinates housing and recreation activities as part of the Big Red Summer Camps program. To learn more about the program, go to www.nebraskalegislature.gov/uyl or call 402-471-2788. The registration deadline is May 20th.
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