Fischer Applauds Grant Release for Nebraska Veterans Home
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) released the following statement after the announcement by the Department of Veterans Affairs of $5 Million in Grants for the new Central Nebraska Veterans Home: “Last night I was pleased to learn that Nebraska has been allocated $5 million in federal grants to begin construction of the new […]
Here to Help
One of my priorities as your U.S. Senator is to ensure that your federal government is working better for you. In Washington this is done through aggressive oversight of our federal agencies, fighting burdensome regulations, and changing federal laws when necessary. But my work to improve your experience with your government isn’t limited to Washington. […]
My Record
I recently released a digital report detailing my work to represent Nebraskans during the 113th Congress. As I’ve said before, despite the gridlock on many of the big challenges, I have been focused on finding common ground on smaller, but important issues where we can make progress. The result is a record I am very […]
December Newsletter
Dear Friend, Despite gridlock in Congress, I am pleased to report that we got some important things done for Nebraskans and all Americans during my first two years in the United States Senate. This month, I released a digital booklet entitled: “Working for You: A Look Back on My Work in the 113thCongress,” which highlights my […]
Fischer Announces 114th Congress Committee Assignments
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) is expected to retain the following Senate committees in the 114th Congress: Senate Committee on Armed Service Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee assignments are subject to approval of the Senate Republican […]
Fischer Supports Defense Bill
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities, today voted in favor of an annual Department of Defense funding bill, which passed the Senate by a vote of 89-11. The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which contains a number of provisions championed by […]
A Salute to a True Statesman
The Senate recently wrapped up its legislative activity for 2014. And as we gavel out of session for the holiday season, I bid farewell to a friend, a colleague and a long-time champion for Nebraska’s values, Senator Mike Johanns. Senator Johanns has devoted more than three decades of his life to serving the people of […]
Fischer Leads 22 Senators in Highlighting Key Concerns with EPA’s Power Plan
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) and 22 Republican colleagues today expressed deep concern about the impact the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed power plan would have on electricity prices and power grid reliability. In a letter to EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy, the senators called for the rule’s withdrawal, citing unrealistic interim targets, a […]
Video: Fischer Recognizes Sen. Johanns for Decades of Service
WASHINGTON – In an address on the Senate Floor, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) today thanked Senator Mike Johanns (R-Neb.) for his service to Nebraska and the nation throughout more than 30 years of public service. Johanns is retiring from the Senate at the end of the 113th Congress in early January. “Senator Johanns has […]
Working For You
Here’s a look back on Senator Fischer’s work the 113th Congress.