In August 2025, the Trump administration announced a directive through the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) that will ban gender-affirming care for millions of federal employees and their families starting in 2026. As a Nebraska attorney—and as a survivor of conversion therapy—I break down the legal implications of this ban, why it conflicts with federal civil rights law, and what steps those affected can take to protect their rights.

Nebraska’s medical cannabis program is now active—but access, products, and licensing remain tightly regulated. Our July 2025 legal guide breaks down who qualifies, what forms of cannabis are allowed, how dispensaries are licensed, and what patients and providers need to know to stay compliant under current Nebraska law.