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  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
February 24, 2024 at 3:11 AM

Gov. Pillen Welcomes Year-Round E15 Approval for Nebraska

Gov. Pillen Welcomes Year-Round E15 Approval for Nebraska Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Welcomes Year-Round E15 Approval for Nebraska 02/23/2024 09:07 PM CST LINCOLN, NE ? Governor Jim Pillen expressed excitement on behalf of Ne…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
February 22, 2024 at 10:17 PM

Gov. Pillen Issues Statement on Passing of Bruce Lauritzen

Gov. Pillen Issues Statement on Passing of Bruce Lauritzen Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Issues Statement on Passing of Bruce Lauritzen 02/22/2024 04:11 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Today, Governor Jim Pillen issued a statement on the p…
  Office of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts · [email protected]
February 20, 2024 at 11:33 PM

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Keeping International Land Ports of Entry Open

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Keeping International Land Ports of Entry Open   In December, President Biden’s team shut down two border rail crossings in Eagle Pass and El Paso, Texas. The administration also falsely implied the closures were necessary for enforcement. In …
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
February 16, 2024 at 12:16 AM

Gov. Pillen on Survey: Nebraskans Want Property Tax Relief

Gov. Pillen on Survey: Nebraskans Want Property Tax Relief Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen on Survey: Nebraskans Want Property Tax Relief 02/15/2024 06:09 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Governor Jim Pillen says a new survey confirms what he…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
February 15, 2024 at 4:26 AM

Governor Pillen Appoints Sarah Scott as State Property Tax Administrator

Governor Pillen Appoints Sarah Scott as State Property Tax Administrator Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Governor Pillen Appoints Sarah Scott as State Property Tax Administrator 02/14/2024 10:20 PM CST LINCOLN, NE ? Today, Governor Jim Pillen…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
February 13, 2024 at 9:27 PM

Gov. Pillen Announces SEBT “Nebraska Solution”

Gov. Pillen Announces SEBT ?Nebraska Solution? Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Announces SEBT ?Nebraska Solution? 02/13/2024 03:24 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Surrounded by more than 20 state senators in the Warner Chamber at the State C…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
February 6, 2024 at 3:02 AM

Gov. Pillen Visits Border, Reaffirms Nebraska’s Commitment to Texas

Gov. Pillen Visits Border, Reaffirms Nebraska?s Commitment to Texas Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Visits Border, Reaffirms Nebraska?s Commitment to Texas 02/05/2024 08:57 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Governor Jim Pillen traveled to Eagl…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
February 6, 2024 at 3:02 AM

Gov. Pillen, University Unveil New Scholarship for Top ACT Scoring Students

Gov. Pillen, University Unveil New Scholarship for Top ACT Scoring Students Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen, University Unveil New Scholarship for Top ACT Scoring Students 02/05/2024 08:59 PM CST LINCOLN, NE -- As part of a compre…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
February 5, 2024 at 1:12 AM

Gov. Pillen Awards Prizes to Student Entrepreneurs through Inaugural New Venture Competition

Gov. Pillen Awards Prizes to Student Entrepreneurs through Inaugural New Venture Competition Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Awards Prizes to Student Entrepreneurs through Inaugural New Venture Competition 02/04/2024 07:08 PM CST …
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 28, 2024 at 3:17 AM

Gov. Pillen, State Senators, and Local Leaders Celebrate Announcement of $234 Million of Economic Recovery Grants for North and South Omaha

Gov. Pillen, State Senators, and Local Leaders Celebrate Announcement of $234 Million of Economic Recovery Grants for North and South Omaha Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen, State Senators, and Local Leaders Celebrate Announcement of $2…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 26, 2024 at 3:06 AM

Gov. Pillen Restates Nebraska’s Commitment to Stand with Texas

Gov. Pillen Restates Nebraska?s Commitment to Stand with Texas Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Restates Nebraska?s Commitment to Stand with Texas 01/25/2024 08:55 PM CST LINCOLN, NE ??Today, Governor Jim Pillen joined 24 other Rep…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 26, 2024 at 3:06 AM

Gov. Pillen Touts $21 Million in Federal Funding for I-80 Construction

Gov. Pillen Touts $21 Million in Federal Funding for I-80 Construction Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Touts $21 Million in Federal Funding for I-80 Construction 01/25/2024 08:59 PM CST LINCOLN, NE -- Governor Jim Pillen is toutin…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 22, 2024 at 4:55 PM

Gov. Pillen Leads Letter to Biden Calling Out Federal EV Mandate

Gov. Pillen Leads Letter to Biden Calling Out Federal EV Mandate Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Leads Letter to Biden Calling Out Federal EV Mandate 01/22/2024 10:16 AM CST LINCOLN, NE ??Governor Jim Pillen has taken the lead on …
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 18, 2024 at 7:32 PM

Governor Pillen 2024 State of State Address

Governor Pillen 2024 State of State Address Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Governor Pillen 2024 State of State Address 01/18/2024 01:25 PM CST LINCOLN, NE ??Today, Governor Pillen gave his annual State of the State address. The full address …
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 18, 2024 at 3:11 AM

Governor Pillen & Senator Hansen Partner to Make Nebraska More Competitive on NIL

Governor Pillen & Senator Hansen Partner to Make Nebraska More Competitive on NIL Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Governor Pillen & Senator Hansen Partner to Make Nebraska More Competitive on NIL 01/17/2024 09:03 PM CST LINCOLN, NE ? …
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 17, 2024 at 3:22 AM

Gov. Pillen Temporarily Waves Regulations on Nebraska’s Power Providers’ Ability to Produce Electricity

Gov. Pillen Temporarily Waves Regulations on Nebraska?s Power Providers? Ability to Produce Electricity Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Temporarily Waves Regulations on Nebraska?s Power Providers? Ability to Produce Electricity 01/16/2…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 17, 2024 at 3:22 AM

Governor Pillen & Senators Push Back Against Foreign Adversaries

Governor Pillen & Senators Push Back Against Foreign Adversaries Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Governor Pillen & Senators Push Back Against Foreign Adversaries 01/16/2024 09:14 PM CST LINCOLN, NE ??Today, Governor Jim Pillen joined …
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 12, 2024 at 10:31 PM

Gov. Pillen Leads Wellness Walk Through Capitol

Gov. Pillen Leads Wellness Walk Through Capitol Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Leads Wellness Walk Through Capitol 01/12/2024 04:28 PM CST LINCOLN, NE ??Today, Governor Jim Pillen strapped on his sneakers and led a crowd of walke…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 12, 2024 at 9:11 PM

Gov. Pillen Temporarily Waves Regulations for Truckers Hauling Critically Needed Fuel Due to Extreme Cold Temperatures

Gov. Pillen Temporarily Waves Regulations for Truckers Hauling Critically Needed Fuel Due to Extreme Cold Temperatures Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Temporarily Waves Regulations for Truckers Hauling Critically Needed Fuel Due to Ext…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 12, 2024 at 6:14 PM

Gov. Pillen Announces Retirement of State Chief Information Officer

Gov. Pillen Announces Retirement of State Chief Information Officer Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Announces Retirement of State Chief Information Officer 01/12/2024 12:08 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 11, 2024 at 9:56 PM

Gov. Pillen Appoints Jacqueline Russell as State Property Tax Administrator

Gov. Pillen Appoints Jacqueline Russell as State Property Tax Administrator Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Appoints Jacqueline Russell as State Property Tax Administrator 01/11/2024 03:48 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Today, Governor Jim …
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 10, 2024 at 9:16 PM

Gov. Pillen, Mayor Stothert Announce $124 Million in Grants for Airport Business Park & Multipurpose Community Center in North Omaha

Gov. Pillen, Mayor Stothert Announce $124 Million in Grants for Airport Business Park & Multipurpose Community Center in North Omaha Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen, Mayor Stothert Announce $124 Million in Grants for Airport Busine…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
January 6, 2024 at 3:11 AM

Meeting Needs of Hungry Kids in the Most Responsible Way

Meeting Needs of Hungry Kids in the Most Responsible Way Governor Pillen has released a new column, which is now available below. ? Meeting Needs of Hungry Kids in the Most Responsible Way 01/05/2024 09:07 PM CST When COVID-19 hit, it made sense and it was necessary, to identify a way…
  Office of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts · [email protected]
January 5, 2024 at 10:57 PM

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Fighting Biden’s Incompetence at the Border

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Fighting Biden’s Incompetence at the Border The crisis at our nation’s southern border is unprecedented. It’s the worst it’s ever been in our country’s history. There have now been over 6.8 million encounters at the southern border since Joe…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
December 29, 2023 at 7:57 PM

Gov. Pillen Reiterates State Won’t Take S-EBT Funds

Gov. Pillen Reiterates State Won?t Take S-EBT Funds Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Reiterates State Won?t Take S-EBT Funds 12/29/2023 01:52 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?-- Today, Governor Jim Pillen reiterated Nebraska would not enroll in …
  Office of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts · [email protected]
December 29, 2023 at 6:57 PM

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Connecting with Nebraskans: Introducing Ricketts Replies

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Connecting with Nebraskans: Introducing Ricketts Replies   Government should be open, effective, and responsive. It should serve taxpayers well. In our system, the best way to ensure a high level of customer service is for Americans to have me…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
December 26, 2023 at 2:12 PM

State Investment in Public Education Needs to be Repaid in Property Tax Relief

State Investment in Public Education Needs to be Repaid in Property Tax Relief Governor Pillen has released a new column, which is now available below. ? State Investment in Public Education Needs to be Repaid in Property Tax Relief 12/26/2023 08:03 AM CST Upon entering my first legis…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
December 22, 2023 at 10:18 PM

Governor Pillen Releases Christmas & New Year’s Message

Governor Pillen Releases Christmas & New Year?s Message Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Governor Pillen Releases Christmas & New Year?s Message 12/22/2023 04:12 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Today, Governor Jim Pillen released his Christmas an…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
December 22, 2023 at 8:17 PM

Gov. Pillen Commends Sec. Mayorkas for Swiftly Answering the Request to Resume Rail Operations at the Southern Border

Gov. Pillen Commends Sec. Mayorkas for Swiftly Answering the Request to Resume Rail Operations at the Southern Border Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Commends Sec. Mayorkas for Swiftly Answering the Request to Resume Rail Operations at…
  Office of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts · [email protected]
December 22, 2023 at 5:37 PM

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Merry Christmas, Nebraska!

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Merry Christmas, Nebraska!   Christmas is a joyous season. We look forward to the crackle of a warm fire, the glow of festive lights, and the echoes of carols in the air. We observe important traditions of faith, family, and fellowship. We en…
  Office of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts · [email protected]
December 15, 2023 at 6:35 PM

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Answering Iranian Aggression

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Answering Iranian Aggression   On October 7th, Hamas launched a massive terror attack against Israel. They murdered at least 33 Americans and 1,200 Israelis. The horrific, ruthless, and barbaric attack couldn’t have happened without the ass…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
December 15, 2023 at 3:19 AM

Gov. Pillen Brings Together Governors and Corps for Missouri River Summit

Gov. Pillen Brings Together Governors and Corps for Missouri River Summit Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Brings Together Governors and Corps for Missouri River Summit 12/14/2023 09:13 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Today, Governor Jim Pill…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
December 12, 2023 at 3:06 AM

Governor Pillen Statement in Response to the United Nations Food Strategy

Governor Pillen Statement in Response to the United Nations Food Strategy Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Governor Pillen Statement in Response to the United Nations Food Strategy 12/11/2023 09:04 PM CST LINCOLN, NE ? Today, Governor Jim Pill…
  Office of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts · [email protected]
December 8, 2023 at 5:45 PM

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Getting Results for Nebraskans

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Getting Results for Nebraskans   There are a lot of ongoing policy debates in Washington, D.C. We need to secure our border and rein in bloated federal spending that’s causing inflation. We need to pass a re-authorization for the National Def…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
December 6, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Flags to Fly Half-Staff in Remembrance of Pearl Harbor Attack

Flags to Fly Half-Staff in Remembrance of Pearl Harbor Attack Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Flags to Fly Half-Staff in Remembrance of Pearl Harbor Attack 12/06/2023 03:57 PM CST LINCOLN, NE - Today, Governor Jim Pillen in accordance with a …
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
December 5, 2023 at 2:58 AM

Capitol Tree Lighting & Hometown Christmas Details Released

Capitol Tree Lighting & Hometown Christmas Details Released Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Capitol Tree Lighting & Hometown Christmas Details Released 12/04/2023 08:53 PM CST LINCOLN, NE --   An annual celebration, now in its 75th ye…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
December 5, 2023 at 2:58 AM

Gov. Pillen Joins Letter Calling for Halt to Foreign Land Grabs

Gov. Pillen Joins Letter Calling for Halt to Foreign Land Grabs Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Joins Letter Calling for Halt to Foreign Land Grabs 12/04/2023 08:48 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Governor Jim Pillen has joined 16 Republican…
  Office of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts · [email protected]
December 1, 2023 at 5:46 PM

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Farm Bill Extension Welcome, But Re-Authorization Still Needed

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column:  Farm Bill Extension Welcome, But Re-Authorization Still Needed   Agriculture is the heart and soul of what we do in Nebraska. Our farmers and ranchers feed and fuel the world. Ensuring the strength of our agriculture sector is critical for …
  Office of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts · [email protected]
November 24, 2023 at 6:40 PM

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: The Failures of Bidenomics

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: The Failures of Bidenomics   The numbers say it all. Americans continue to pay the price for failed Bidenomics. Overall, prices have risen by 3.2% since last year. Cumulatively since Joe Biden took office, prices have increased by 17.61%. N…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
November 23, 2023 at 3:11 AM

Gov. Pillen Makes Case for Growing Biobased Economy at National Convention

Gov. Pillen Makes Case for Growing Biobased Economy at National Convention Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Makes Case for Growing Biobased Economy at National Convention 11/22/2023 09:07 PM CST LINCOLN,?NE ??Governor Jim Pillen is…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
November 22, 2023 at 10:26 PM

Gov. Pillen & Agency Leaders Focus on Holiday and Winter Travel Resources

Gov. Pillen & Agency Leaders Focus on Holiday and Winter Travel Resources Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen & Agency Leaders Focus on Holiday and Winter Travel Resources 11/22/2023 04:20 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Governor Jim Pil…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
November 22, 2023 at 7:04 PM

Gov. Pillen Issues Proclamation, Announces Actions to Fight Antisemitism and Support Nebraska’s Jewish Communities

Gov. Pillen Issues Proclamation, Announces Actions to Fight Antisemitism and Support Nebraska?s Jewish Communities Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Issues Proclamation, Announces Actions to Fight Antisemitism and Support Nebraska?s Jewi…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
November 22, 2023 at 4:31 PM

Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of First Lady Rosalynn Carter

Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of First Lady Rosalynn Carter Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of First Lady Rosalynn Carter 11/22/2023 10:28 AM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Today, Governor Jim Pillen, in accordanc…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
November 18, 2023 at 3:05 AM

Gov. Pillen Appoints Neher as District Court Judge for the Eleventh Judicial District

Gov. Pillen Appoints Neher as District Court Judge for the Eleventh Judicial District Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Appoints Neher as District Court Judge for the Eleventh Judicial District 11/17/2023 03:03 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? …
  Office of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts · [email protected]
November 17, 2023 at 6:41 PM

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Serving Others This Thanksgiving

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Serving Others This Thanksgiving   As Americans, we’re fortunate to live in the greatest country in the history of the world. Thanksgiving provides us an opportunity each year to come together with loved ones to reflect and remember how ble…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
November 16, 2023 at 9:08 PM

Gov. Pillen Shares Concerns with CMS Administrator at D.C. Meeting

Gov. Pillen Shares Concerns with CMS Administrator at D.C. Meeting Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Shares Concerns with CMS Administrator at D.C. Meeting 11/16/2023 02:54 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Governor Jim Pillen is expressing his …
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
November 16, 2023 at 8:26 PM

Gov. Pillen Appoints Finley as County Court Judge in Fourth Judicial District

Gov. Pillen Appoints Finley as County Court Judge in Fourth Judicial District Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Gov. Pillen Appoints Finley as County Court Judge in Fourth Judicial District 11/16/2023 02:15 PM CST LINCOLN, NE?? Today, Governor …
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
November 16, 2023 at 4:12 PM

Governor Pillen Provides Statement in Response to the Planned Parenthood Ballot Initiative

Governor Pillen Provides Statement in Response to the Planned Parenthood Ballot Initiative Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Governor Pillen Provides Statement in Response to the Planned Parenthood Ballot Initiative 11/16/2023 10:09 AM CST LINC…
  Governor Jim Pillen · [email protected]
November 16, 2023 at 4:11 PM

Governor Pillen Announces Appointment for District 41

Governor Pillen Announces Appointment for District 41 Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below. ? Governor Pillen Announces Appointment for District 41 11/16/2023 10:05 AM CST LINCOLN, NE ??Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced his appointment of Fred Mey…
  Office of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts · [email protected]
November 3, 2023 at 8:39 PM

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Stopping Support for Hamas

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Stopping Support for Hamas   On October 7, the world witnessed a horrible atrocity. The brutality and inhumanity of Hamas’ terror attacks on Israel shock the conscience. Hamas terrorists raped women, kidnapped children, burned a baby in an …