by Eric | 4 Jun 2026 | 2026, Legislative, Featured Stories
The Cornhusker Boys’ State has elected leadership for the 2026 session. The legislature meets during the week at the UNL College of Business, Hawks Hall. Friday, the body will hold sessions in the historic Warner Chamber at the Nebraska State Capitol.
Left to Right: Cooper Dubbs – Co-Chaplain, John Dhooge – Clerk of the Legislature, Lincoln Haussler – Speaker of the Legislature, Evan Cook – Assistant Clerk of the Legislature, Jack Parker – Sergeant-at-Arms, Kody Carpenter – Co-Chaplain
by Eric | 1 Jun 2026 | 2026, Legislative, Featured Stories
The newly elected Unicameral Legislature of Cornhusker Boys’ State was in session in Lincoln today. First, the senators met with Brandon Metzler, Clerk of the Nebraska Legislature. Mr. Metzler discussed the legislative process and generously answered questions from the students. The next order of business is to elect the body’s leadership. The Boys State Unicameral will continue to meet and debate mock legislation throughout the camp. The activity culminates with a memorable session in the historic Warner chamber at the Nebraska State Capitol.
by Eric | 1 Jun 2026 | 2026, Alamo, Legislative, Bunker Hill, Valley Forge, Yorktown, Bataan, Belleau Wood, Gettysburg, Recent Posts
Motions, Seconds, and Votes! City Councils and School Boards Hold First Meetings
City and School Boards held their inaugural meetings at Cornhusker Boys’ State. The mock government simulation allowed them to practice the duties and responsibilities of their offices. Delegates engaged in spirited debate about the issues of the day and passed many local laws and policies. The topics range from serious issues ripped from the headlines to fun local ordinances to enhance their town’s culture. The government simulation runs throughout the week. Thank you to the local attorneys who helped guide delegates through the experience.
by Eric | 1 Jun 2026 | 2026, Legislative, Executive, Featured Stories, Judicial, Uncategorized
The Cornhusker Boys’ State delegates began their government simulation experience last night with their local elections. Today, these students are learning the ropes from state and area leaders before they hold their first city and school board meetings to debate their local policies.
Thank you to the following presenters who shared their expertise with our delegates:
- Attorney Steve Gealey – State Court System and How It Works
- Brandon Metzler, Clerk of the Legislature – Unicameral Legislature and How It Works
- Attorney John Zimmer and Mayor Dave Bauer – City Government and How It Works
- Jack Russell, Nate Grasz, and Lillian Butler-Hale – Lobbying and Political Action Committees
- Marcia Herring, Nebraska Association of School Boards – School Boards: Roles and Responsibilities
- Dr. John Skretta, Superintendent of Lincoln Public Schools – “Strong Minds, Strong Men”
by Tony | 9 Jun 2025 | 2025, Legislative, Top Stories
The 2025 Legislature concluded with a session in the Warner Legislative Chamber at the State Capitol.
Representatives from each town spent the first hour wrapping up debate on priority bills. The week’s business finished with brief debate and voting on bills that made it to final reading. Eight bills addressing topics such as rural internet access, public schools, and veterans healthcare were passed and sent to the Governor for signature. Overall, it was a productive and successful session for the 2025 Cornhusker Boys’ State Legislature.
