Press Releases

“Modern warfare is constantly evolving, and the JEC is on the forefront of next-generation capabilities,” Fischer said. “ETHEREAL FORGE will streamline how our military leaders utilize spectrum and help us keep a strong warfighting advantage over our adversaries.”

“For the first time in history, the United States faces two peer nuclear adversaries at once. In addition to Russia, China is expanding its nuclear arsenal at a breathtaking pace – consistently exceeding U.S. estimates. China is building new missile silos, increasing its warhead stockpile, and rapidly developing the full range of nuclear delivery systems. This is not the strategic environment we planned for. The structure of our nuclear forces today was determined during a very different geopolitical moment.”

“Our firefighters put everything on the line to keep us safe, and it’s our job to make sure they are taken care of. This bill gives us the resources for producing next-generation protective gear, free of PFAS chemicals, to protect the health and safety of firefighters in Nebraska and across the nation.”

“We know Nebraska communities will once again demonstrate their resilience as they recover from these storms. We encourage the federal government to join with the state in their ongoing efforts to recover from these storms and provide assistance where it is needed.”

“This is great news for farmers and ranchers in Nebraska who suffered devasting losses from wildfires this spring. Producers need this assistance as soon as possible, and we’ve helped make sure bureaucracy doesn’t stand in the way. I thank my colleagues in both chambers of Congress for understanding the urgency of getting this done.”

“Producers in Nebraska and across the country are working under an outdated Farm Bill. We got a large portion of it done in the Working Families Tax Cuts, but we need to finish the job. I thank Chairman Boozman for his leadership and working with me to secure some real victories for our farmers and ranchers.”

“I’ve spent years working to connect Nebraskans, and Americans across the country, with reliable internet access. The Broadband Funding Map is essential to that goal. This bill will help us make the most of broadband buildout while safeguarding taxpayer dollars. I’m committed to delivering this bill to the president’s desk.”

“I commend President Trump for taking decisive action with the goal of eliminating Iran’s nuclear weapons capability. After much progress, I’m urging the administration to not lose sight of that objective. The president has put us in a position of strength. We cannot afford to squander it. I want more details from the administration on how the final deal will put America first, limit the regime’s ballistic missiles, and verifiably ensure Iran turns over its highly enriched uranium.”

“We have gone through 47 years of Iran being the state sponsor of terrorism, killing Americans. This is not a country that we wanted to see continue down that path.”

“Nebraska plays a central role in our national security. This NDAA strongly supports the missions of Strategic Command, the 55th Wing, the 557th Weather Wing, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, and the Nebraska National Guard during this process. We’re investing in our military capabilities like never before, and I’m proud to bring a piece of that home to our state.”