The Opportunity Scholarship Act is a controversial program that provides scholarships to students with disabilities in Nebraska
The Opportunity Scholarship Act (OSA) is a program that provides scholarships to students with disabilities in Nebraska who attend public schools that do not offer adequate services or opportunities for them. The program was enacted in 2013 and has been challenged by some state officials and lawmakers who argue that it violates the state constitution, the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and the Nebraska Constitution.
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers defends OSA and clarifies his opinion
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers has come to the defense of OSA and clarified his opinion on the legal issues surrounding it. He has stated that OSA can be repealed by a referendum, as long as it is done through a constitutional amendment process that requires the approval of both the state legislature and the voters. He has also explained that his attorney general opinion does not interfere with the legislative or judicial processes, but rather provides guidance on how to interpret and apply the law in light of OSA.
The legal fight over OSA continues
The legal fight over OSA continues as lawyers for the state, Republican legislative leaders, and parents defending OSA all want the case transferred to a three-judge panel. The plaintiffs in the case, who oppose OSA, want the lawsuit to remain with a single judge. The case is currently pending in the Nebraska Court of Appeals.
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