Press Releases

September 3, 2026

ICYMI: Fischer Makes Case for Strong, Modern U.S. Nuclear Deterrent on Atlantic Council Podcast

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE), a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), joined the Atlantic Council’s “So What’s the Strategy?” podcast to share her vision for strengthening America’s nuclear deterrent amid growing threats from China and Russia. During the conversation, Fischer – who chairs the SASC Strategic Forces Subcommittee – outlined […]

September 3, 2026

After Fischer Push, NTIA Announces New Round of Broadband Funding

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE), a senior member of the Senate Commerce Committee, issued the following statement after the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) announced another round of Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program funding: “The BEAD program is essential to getting all of Nebraska connected to broadband. I have worked for years […]

August 24, 2026

Fischer in the Lincoln Journal Star: Take advantage of this real solution to paid family leave

Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) penned an op-ed in the Lincoln Journal Star encouraging Nebraskans to capitalize on her Paid Family and Medical Leave Tax Credit, made permanent through the Working Families Tax Cuts. Fischer also highlights guidance recently released from the U.S. Department of Treasury on how business owners can claim this credit to offer paid leave to more employees.

August 20, 2026

Fischer Introduces Legislation Addressing Excessive Trucking Lawsuits

“These decisions are not being driven by the law, and we need to set the record straight. Federal standards are drafted for the safety of drivers and others on the road. These regulations should be consistent across states, and consumers should not be forced to pay more because of unfair practices that raise transportation costs.”

August 20, 2026

Fischer Welcomes VA Secretary in Omaha

Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) joined U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins and Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) for a tour of the Omaha VA Medical Center and the Sarpy County VA Clinic.

August 19, 2026

Fischer Applauds USDA Announcement of $37M for Agricultural Research Service Facility at UNL

“This is great news for UNL and the future of the ARS facility. Over the years, I have worked hard to secure over $70 million dollars in federal investments for this project. I thank Secretary Brooke Rollins and Undersecretary Scott Hutchins for recognizing the importance of funding this facility. I look forward to continuing to work to get this project fully finished.”

August 12, 2026

ICYMI: Fischer Speaks at North Platte Airport Terminal Ribbon Cutting After Securing $17M for Project

Fischer helped secure $10 million through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and $7 million though her role on the Senate Appropriations Committee for the project.

August 10, 2026

Fischer Secures Return of Over $10.3M to Nebraskans from the Federal Government in 2026 … So Far

“One of the most important parts of my job as Nebraska’s senator is cutting through the bureaucratic red tape. I’m so fortunate to have great staff across the state who work hard every day to get folks the money and benefits they have earned. I encourage any Nebraskan who needs assistance to contact one of my offices. We are here to help.”

August 7, 2026

Fischer Statement on Democrats Blocking the Farm Bill in Committee

“This is a massive disservice to producers and communities across the country. I certainly hope they wake up and realize the pain this will inflict on American families.”

August 7, 2026

Fischer Votes for Sanctioning Russia Act

“The Kremlin’s war machine runs on the money it makes from selling cheap oil and gas to countries like China, India, and Brazil who then profit by reselling Russian energy at a markup. It is long overdue for these enablers to pay a price. The Sanctioning Russia Act will pressure the world’s largest purchasers of Russian energy to reduce their dependence on Moscow. I urge the House to take it up swiftly and send it to the president’s desk.”