OMAHA- The longtime leader of Nebraska's anti-abortion movement has died of cancer at the age of 63. Schmit-Albin committed her entire career to advancing the pro-life movement in Nebraska. Most recently, she worked to pass LB814, which puts an end to one type of second-trimester abortion. The organization she led is a very large political force in the state, with their endorsement being crucial for candidates.

Governor Pete Ricketts recognized Schmit-Albin with honorary admiralship. She also won the Catholic Conference's Gospel of Life Award in 2019. Her father served in the Legislature from 1969 to 1993, growing up around the Capitol inspired her life-long anti-abortion work.

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