Nebraska is on pace to pass a budget that could deny federal money to Planned Parenthood of the Heartland, at least temporarily.

Lawmakers advanced a budget Wednesday night that would prevent health clinics from getting family-planning dollars if they perform abortions or refer patients to clinics that do. Referrals would be allowed in emergencies.

It also would require health clinics to demonstrate physical, financial and legal separation from abortion providers. Opponents say Planned Parenthood won't have time to legally separate its abortion and non-abortion services before the bill goes into effect.

Because it's in the budget, lawmakers would have to approve the measure again next year.

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followed two failed attempts to advance the budget. One final vote is required before it goes to Republican Gov. Pete Ricketts.