The Cornhusker Boys’ State Unicameral Legislature held its Friday session in the historic Warner Chambers of the Nebraska State Capitol. The experience is a highlight of their week, holding their final session in this grand setting.
Friday marks the last full day of The American Legion Cornhusker Boys’ State. This afternoon, the program selected a governor-elect. Anish Amin of Omaha and Millard North High School was elected 2023 Governor of Cornhusker Boys’ State. Porter Nelson of Lincoln Southeast High School was the runner-up.
2023 Cornhusker Boys’ State Governor
2023 Mayor of Alamo and runner-up for Governor
The Cornhusker Boys’ State Supreme Court was in session on Friday to hear three cases. One case was heard during the morning session and the final two cases were heard in the afternoon in the Supreme Court Chamber at the Nebraska State Capitol.
A highlight of the Boys State week is the annual talent show. The variety show included singing, guitar, piano, juggling, rubix cube solving, magic, accordion, and a skit.
The delegates enjoyed an evening tour of the National Guard Base in Lincoln, Nebraska. The tour featured hands-on experience with many tools of the Guard, including helicopters and drones.