The Impact of Infrastructure
In 1919, the U.S. Army conducted an expedition across the United States. The mission? Evaluate the transportation capabilities of the military and assess the sorry state of the nation’s infrastructure. The trip was difficult. Starting in Washington, D.C., and following the “Lincoln Highway,” the convoy encountered terrible roads, mud, breakdowns and other issues. In fact, […]
Fischer Statement on Putin’s Nuclear Threats
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer, a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and the top Republican on the Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, released the following statement after Russian President Vladimir Putin yet again issued a nuclear threat: “Putin’s recent nuclear threats are dangerous. First, this nuclear-armed dictator invaded a sovereign country. […]
Fischer On New Threats Facing U.S. & Importance of Modernizing Nuclear Deterrence
WASHINGTON, DC. – Today U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and the top Republican on the Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, participated in the committee’s hearing on U.S. nuclear strategy and policy. The committee received testimony from the Hons. Madelyn Creedon, Rose Gottemoeller, Eric Edelman, and Franklin Miller. Sen. Fischer’s […]
Federal Broadband Investments
I often talk about the importance of investing in our core infrastructure. That’s things like our roads, bridges, railways, airports, drinking water systems, and ports. But in today’s digital age, internet connectivity is just as integral to modern life as any other more “traditional” form of physical infrastructure. Many small businesses need reliable access to […]
Fischer Discusses Diversity of STRATCOM’s Missions with Nominee to Lead Combatant Command
WASHINGTON, DC. – Today U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and the top Republican on the Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, participated in the committee’s nomination hearing for Air Force Gen. Anthony J. Cotton to serve as the next Commander of U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM). Sen. Fischer’s questions focused on […]
Fischer Highlights Importance of Protecting Rural Networks, Fully Funding Reimbursement Program to Counter Chinese Threats
WASHINGTON, DC. – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) recently led more than 30 of her colleagues in a bipartisan letter highlighting the importance of addressing a funding shortfall with the Secure & Trusted Communications Networks Act’s Reimbursement Program, which is also known as “Rip & Replace.” The program’s $3 billion shortfall leaves wireless networks — often in rural […]
Fischer on Potential Rail Strike & Impact on Ag Economy
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) delivered a floor speech highlighting the severe impact a potential rail shutdown later this week would have on the agriculture sector, the U.S. economy, and global food security. Click the image above to watch Sen. Fischer’s speech A full copy of Sen. Fischer’s remarks as prepared for […]
Fischer, Padilla Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Vets’ Access to CDL Schools
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) and Alex Padilla (D-CA.) recently introduced legislation to ensure veterans’ GI benefits can be utilized at new branches of commercial driving program (CDL) schools whose primary institutions have already received regulatory approval. Currently if an approved trucking school opens a secondary facility in a new location, existing […]
Honoring a WWII Hero
Imagine it’s pitch dark. The Pacific Ocean is swirling below your ship. Suddenly the darkness is pierced by the bright flashes – gunfire from nearby enemy destroyers. Within three minutes, the ship you are stationed on is in flames and you and your fellow crewmates are in the rough water. It’s hard to fathom how […]
Nebraska Travels
Every August, I always enjoy traveling the state to visit directly with Nebraskans. Taking a moment to speak with constituents, listen to their concerns, and talk about how we can best serve them is an important part of my job. This year, I had the opportunity to travel through the western portion of our state […]