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December 10, 2024 at 2:48 AM

Gov. Pillen Expresses Appreciation to USACE for Monitoring of River Conditions

Gov. Pillen Expresses Appreciation to USACE for Monitoring of River Conditions Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Expresses Appreciation to USACE for Monitoring of River Conditions 12/09/2024 08:33 PM CST Gov. Pillen Expresses Appreciat…

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December 9, 2024 at 3:02 AM

Gov. Jim Pillen Issues Statement on Passing of Howard Hawks

Gov. Jim Pillen Issues Statement on Passing of Howard Hawks Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Jim Pillen Issues Statement on Passing of Howard Hawks 12/08/2024 08:45 PM CST Gov. Jim Pillen Issues Statement on Passing of Howard Hawks    LINCO…

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December 7, 2024 at 1:37 AM

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Getting the EPA Back on Track

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Getting the EPA Back on Track   The Biden-Harris Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is broken. Delusional and expensive regulations caused prices to rise for families and businesses. EPA bureaucrats wasted millions of taxpayer dollars wi…

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December 7, 2024 at 1:30 AM

Ricketts Roundup Week of 12-6-2024

Welcome to Senator Pete Ricketts' Weekly Newsletter! Video of the Week: Ricketts After Meeting with Lee Zeldin: “I’m Excited to Have A Change of Leadership at the EPA” Click here to read more. Photo of the Week: Ricketts Meets with Trump Nominee for Ambassador to …

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December 2, 2024 at 2:42 AM

Gov. Pillen Previews 2025 Legislative Priorities

Gov. Pillen Previews 2025 Legislative Priorities Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Previews 2025 Legislative Priorities 12/01/2024 08:26 PM CST LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen is previewing some of his priorities for the 2025 legisla…

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December 1, 2024 at 3:18 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 11/30/2024 09:03 PM CST  LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen and First Lady Suzanne are…

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November 28, 2024 at 12:05 AM

Ricketts Roundup Week of 11-27-2024

Welcome to Senator Pete Ricketts' Weekly Newsletter! Video of the Week: Ricketts on Fox Business: “Dictators and Terrorists Know There’s Gonna Be A New Sheriff In Town” Click here to read more. Tweet of the Week: Nebraska is ranked #3 in the nation for formal vol…

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November 27, 2024 at 9:35 PM

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Fighting for the Beef State

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Fighting for the Beef State   Nebraska is known around the world for our hard-working farmers and ranchers. Agriculture is the heart and soul of our state. Beef production delivers billions of dollars to our economy every year. It’s also es…

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November 25, 2024 at 3:05 AM

Powerful Wisdom & Native American Heritage Month

Powerful Wisdom & Native American Heritage Month Governor Pillen has released a new column, which is now available below.   Powerful Wisdom & Native American Heritage Month 11/24/2024 08:52 PM CST November is Native American Heritage Month. We need only look to our own State Cap…

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November 22, 2024 at 5:42 PM

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Happy Thanksgiving, Nebraska!

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Happy Thanksgiving, Nebraska!   This Thanksgiving is a perfect moment to reflect on the many blessings we have as Nebraskans and as Americans. Our nation has its challenges, but there is so much we can be thankful for. As I travel across ou…

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November 20, 2024 at 3:41 AM

Governor and Delegates Build Relationships in Czech Republic & German During Trade Mission

Governor and Delegates Build Relationships in Czech Republic & German During Trade Mission Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Governor and Delegates Build Relationships in Czech Republic & German During Trade Mission 11/19/2024 09:25 PM CST …

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November 19, 2024 at 4:46 PM

Gov. Pillen Appoints DHHS Director of Medicaid and Long-Term Care

Gov. Pillen Appoints DHHS Director of Medicaid and Long-Term Care Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Appoints DHHS Director of Medicaid and Long-Term Care 11/19/2024 10:25 AM CST   Gov. Pillen Appoints DHHS Director of Medicaid and Lon…

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November 17, 2024 at 5:52 PM

Ricketts Roundup Week of 11-17-2024

Welcome to Senator Pete Ricketts' Weekly Newsletter! Ricketts Joins Washington Watch to Discuss Trump Cabinet Click here to read more. Republicans ready to confirm Trump's EPA nominee Click here to read more. Ricketts Responds to Trump Nominating Marco Rubio …

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November 15, 2024 at 8:12 PM

Gov. Pillen Announces Appointment to Board of Parole

Gov. Pillen Announces Appointment to Board of Parole Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Announces Appointment to Board of Parole 11/15/2024 02:05 PM CST Gov. Pillen Announces Appointment to Board of Parole November 15, 2024 CONTACT: L…

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  Office of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts · [email protected]

November 15, 2024 at 6:04 PM

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Doing Right by Our Veterans

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Doing Right by Our Veterans   President John F. Kennedy once said, “A nation reveals itself not only by the men it produces but also by the men it honors, the men it remembers.” Each Veterans Day, we take time to honor our brave veterans. T…

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November 14, 2024 at 4:06 PM

Gov. Pillen Announces Retirement of Labor Commissioner John Albin

Gov. Pillen Announces Retirement of Labor Commissioner John Albin Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Announces Retirement of Labor Commissioner John Albin 11/14/2024 10:05 AM CST   LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced the ret…

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November 14, 2024 at 3:51 PM

Courtesy Copy: Governor Pillen Leads State Trade Delegation to Germany

Courtesy Copy: Governor Pillen Leads State Trade Delegation to Germany Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Governor Pillen Leads State Trade Delegation to Germany 11/14/2024 09:50 AM CST   LINCOLN, NE –Governor Jim Pillen led Nebraska’s trade delegatio…

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November 8, 2024 at 10:21 PM

Gov. Pillen Sends Senators the 2024 School Property Tax Collection Report; Asks Them to Address Inconsistencies in State Aid to Schools

Gov. Pillen Sends Senators the 2024 School Property Tax Collection Report; Asks Them to Address Inconsistencies in State Aid to Schools Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Sends Senators the 2024 School Property Tax Collection Report; Asks…

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November 8, 2024 at 10:18 PM

Governor Pillen’s Trade Mission Wraps Up in Czech Republic, Continues to Germany

Governor Pillen’s Trade Mission Wraps Up in Czech Republic, Continues to Germany Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Governor Pillen’s Trade Mission Wraps Up in Czech Republic, Continues to Germany 11/08/2024 04:10 PM CST LINCOLN, NE – This weeke…

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November 7, 2024 at 10:38 PM

Gov. Pillen Shares Veterans Day Statement, Highlights Recognition Events and Resources

Gov. Pillen Shares Veterans Day Statement, Highlights Recognition Events and Resources Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Shares Veterans Day Statement, Highlights Recognition Events and Resources 11/07/2024 04:33 PM CST LINCOLN, NE …

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November 6, 2024 at 5:41 PM

Gov. Pillen Issues Statement on Results of 2024 General Election

Gov. Pillen Issues Statement on Results of 2024 General Election Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Issues Statement on Results of 2024 General Election 11/06/2024 11:36 AM CST LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen issued the foll…

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November 5, 2024 at 9:47 PM

Gov. Pillen to Lead State Delegation to Czech Republic and Germany

Gov. Pillen to Lead State Delegation to Czech Republic and Germany Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen to Lead State Delegation to Czech Republic and Germany 11/05/2024 03:40 PM CST LINCOLN, NE – This week, Governor Jim Pillen and sta…

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November 5, 2024 at 4:27 PM

Gov. Pillen Appoints Nelsen-Pacey as County Court Judge in the 10th Judicial District

Gov. Pillen Appoints Nelsen-Pacey as County Court Judge in the 10th Judicial District Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Appoints Nelsen-Pacey as County Court Judge in the 10th Judicial District 11/05/2024 10:21 AM CST LINCOLN, NE – …

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October 25, 2024 at 9:40 PM

Gov. Pillen Appoints Jeffrey J. Funke as Chief Justice for the Nebraska Supreme Court

Gov. Pillen Appoints Jeffrey J. Funke as Chief Justice for the Nebraska Supreme Court Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Appoints Jeffrey J. Funke as Chief Justice for the Nebraska Supreme Court 10/25/2024 04:31 PM CDT  LINCOLN, NE –…

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October 25, 2024 at 2:05 AM

Gov. Pillen Celebrates Manufacturing Month in Nebraska with Proclamation Signings in Fremont, Schuyler, and Lincoln

Gov. Pillen Celebrates Manufacturing Month in Nebraska with Proclamation Signings in Fremont, Schuyler, and Lincoln Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Celebrates Manufacturing Month in Nebraska with Proclamation Signings in Fremont, Schuy…

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October 24, 2024 at 2:45 PM

Federal Funding Approved for July 31 – Aug. 1 Storms

Federal Funding Approved for July 31 – Aug. 1 Storms Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Federal Funding Approved for July 31 – Aug. 1 Storms 10/24/2024 09:38 AM CDT LINCOLN, NE – A federal request submitted by Governor Jim Pillen for storm assis…

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October 23, 2024 at 4:37 PM

Gov. Pillen, Lt. Gov. Kelly and Healthcare Professionals Respond to Misleading Ad Information About Care to Pregnant Women

Gov. Pillen, Lt. Gov. Kelly and Healthcare Professionals Respond to Misleading Ad Information About Care to Pregnant Women Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen, Lt. Gov. Kelly and Healthcare Professionals Respond to Misleading Ad Informatio…

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October 18, 2024 at 3:29 AM

Three Nominees Forwarded for County Court Judge in the 10th Judicial District

Three Nominees Forwarded for County Court Judge in the 10th Judicial District Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Three Nominees Forwarded for County Court Judge in the 10th Judicial District 10/17/2024 10:21 PM CDT LINCOLN, NE – Today, the Judic…

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October 17, 2024 at 8:52 PM

Gov. Pillen Joins Letter Requesting Biden Take Action Dealing with IV Fluid Shortage

Gov. Pillen Joins Letter Requesting Biden Take Action Dealing with IV Fluid Shortage Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Joins Letter Requesting Biden Take Action Dealing with IV Fluid Shortage 10/17/2024 03:45 PM CDT LINCOLN, NE – Go…

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October 17, 2024 at 2:34 AM

Gov. Pillen Approves Recommendation of Ricketts as Executive Director of Racing and Gaming Commission

Gov. Pillen Approves Recommendation of Ricketts as Executive Director of Racing and Gaming Commission Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Approves Recommendation of Ricketts as Executive Director of Racing and Gaming Commission 10/16/2024 …

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October 17, 2024 at 2:33 AM

Gov. Pillen Applauds Unanimous Vote to Change Nebraska Dental Licensing Standards

Gov. Pillen Applauds Unanimous Vote to Change Nebraska Dental Licensing Standards Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Applauds Unanimous Vote to Change Nebraska Dental Licensing Standards 10/16/2024 09:19 PM CDT LINCOLN, NE – Governor…

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October 15, 2024 at 9:16 PM

Gov. Pillen Appoints Dr. Janousek as Director of Behavioral Health

Gov. Pillen Appoints Dr. Janousek as Director of Behavioral Health Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Appoints Dr. Janousek as Director of Behavioral Health 10/15/2024 04:10 PM CDT LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced t…

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October 10, 2024 at 3:51 PM

Gov. Pillen Orders Deployment of National Guard to Assist with Hurricane Milton Response

Gov. Pillen Orders Deployment of National Guard to Assist with Hurricane Milton Response Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Orders Deployment of National Guard to Assist with Hurricane Milton Response 10/10/2024 10:48 AM CDT LINCOLN,…

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October 8, 2024 at 9:01 PM

Gov. Pillen Joins Governors Calling for Information About Federal Asylum Program

Gov. Pillen Joins Governors Calling for Information About Federal Asylum Program Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Joins Governors Calling for Information About Federal Asylum Program 10/08/2024 03:54 PM CDT LINCOLN, NE -- Governor …

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October 8, 2024 at 2:13 AM

Gov. Pillen Announces Mobilization of Communications Team to Assist in Hurricane-Ravaged North Carolina

Gov. Pillen Announces Mobilization of Communications Team to Assist in Hurricane-Ravaged North Carolina Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Announces Mobilization of Communications Team to Assist in Hurricane-Ravaged North Carolina 10/07/2…

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October 8, 2024 at 2:13 AM

Gov. Pillen Signs Proclamation Marking 'Day of Observance' for Israel Terror Attack Anniversary

Gov. Pillen Signs Proclamation Marking 'Day of Observance' for Israel Terror Attack Anniversary Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Signs Proclamation Marking 'Day of Observance' for Israel Terror Attack Anniversary 10/07/2024 09:05 PM CDT…

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October 7, 2024 at 2:12 AM

Judicial Commission Advances Names to Gov. Pillen For Consideration as Supreme Court Chief Justice

Judicial Commission Advances Names to Gov. Pillen For Consideration as Supreme Court Chief Justice Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Judicial Commission Advances Names to Gov. Pillen For Consideration as Supreme Court Chief Justice 10/04/2024 09:01 …

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October 7, 2024 at 2:12 AM

Gov. Pillen Directs Capitol to be Lit Blue Marking Anniversary of Attack on Israel

Gov. Pillen Directs Capitol to be Lit Blue Marking Anniversary of Attack on Israel Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Directs Capitol to be Lit Blue Marking Anniversary of Attack on Israel 10/04/2024 09:05 PM CDT  LINCOLN, NE – Gover…

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October 7, 2024 at 2:09 AM

Gov. Pillen Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff Honoring Victims of Terror Attack on Israel

Gov. Pillen Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff Honoring Victims of Terror Attack on Israel Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff Honoring Victims of Terror Attack on Israel 10/06/2024 09:04 PM CDT …

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October 4, 2024 at 10:53 PM

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Standing With Israel

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Standing With Israel This week marks one year since Hamas terrorists unleashed a barbaric, unprovoked attack against Israel. We must not forget the atrocities committed on October 7th, 2023. Hamas terrorists …

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September 27, 2024 at 9:33 PM

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Combatting the Chinese Communist Party

Senator Ricketts' Weekly Column: Combatting the Chinese Communist Party The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is the greatest foreign threat facing the United States today. They steal our intellectual property. They pursue economic and trade policies that undermine our economy. T…

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September 27, 2024 at 2:11 AM

Governor Pillen Announces Cabinet Level Appointments

Governor Pillen Announces Cabinet Level Appointments Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Governor Pillen Announces Cabinet Level Appointments 09/26/2024 09:07 PM CDT LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen is announcing two cabinet level appoint…

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September 27, 2024 at 2:11 AM

Gov. Pillen Joins 25 Republican Governors in Calling for Passage of Federal Antisemitism Legislation

Gov. Pillen Joins 25 Republican Governors in Calling for Passage of Federal Antisemitism Legislation Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Joins 25 Republican Governors in Calling for Passage of Federal Antisemitism Legislation 09/26/2024 09…

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September 26, 2024 at 8:08 PM

Gov. Pillen Appoints Interim Director for NDEE

Gov. Pillen Appoints Interim Director for NDEE Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Appoints Interim Director for NDEE 09/26/2024 02:43 PM CDT LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced the appointment of Kara Valentine as inte…

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September 25, 2024 at 8:29 PM

Gov. Pillen Announces Receipt of Federal Aid for June 20 – July 8 Storms

Gov. Pillen Announces Receipt of Federal Aid for June 20 – July 8 Storms Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Announces Receipt of Federal Aid for June 20 – July 8 Storms 09/25/2024 03:23 PM CDT LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen is ann…

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September 25, 2024 at 2:17 AM

Gov. Pillen Addresses Committee on Pacific Conflict at Inaugural Meeting

Gov. Pillen Addresses Committee on Pacific Conflict at Inaugural Meeting Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Addresses Committee on Pacific Conflict at Inaugural Meeting 09/24/2024 09:14 PM CDT LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen addres…

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September 25, 2024 at 2:16 AM

Gov. Pillen Declares State of Emergency for Sioux County 'Bronco Fire'

Gov. Pillen Declares State of Emergency for Sioux County 'Bronco Fire' Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Declares State of Emergency for Sioux County 'Bronco Fire' 09/24/2024 09:06 PM CDT LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has signed…

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September 24, 2024 at 4:31 PM

Gov. Pillen Issues Statement Regarding Special Session to Restore Winner-Take-All to Nebraska

Gov. Pillen Issues Statement Regarding Special Session to Restore Winner-Take-All to Nebraska Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Issues Statement Regarding Special Session to Restore Winner-Take-All to Nebraska 09/24/2024 11:25 AM CDT …

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September 14, 2024 at 1:57 AM

Gov. Pillen Offers Statement on Status of Special Session for Winner Take All

Gov. Pillen Offers Statement on Status of Special Session for Winner Take All Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen Offers Statement on Status of Special Session for Winner Take All 09/13/2024 08:54 PM CDT LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor …

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September 12, 2024 at 3:17 AM

Gov. Pillen, Senators and Dept. of Ag Present Laws to Protect Nebraska from Foreign Adversaries during News Conference on 9/11

Gov. Pillen, Senators and Dept. of Ag Present Laws to Protect Nebraska from Foreign Adversaries during News Conference on 9/11 Governor Pillen has issued a news release, which is now available below.   Gov. Pillen, Senators and Dept. of Ag Present Laws to Protect Nebraska from Foreign Adve…

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