This week, I visited the Nebraska State Fair in Grand Island. It’s an event I’ve loved since childhood for its 11 days of concerts, livestock shows, exhibits and food. It is truly the best of Nebraska. No trip to the State Fair is complete without Nebraska beef, so one of my first stops had to […]
Whether it’s caring for our nation’s veterans, helping a neighbor in need, or defending our freedom, Nebraskans understand the importance of serving those around them. Over the past several days, that commitment was on full display across our state. I was proud to witness and share the spirit of service that makes Nebraska so special. […]
Now that Congress has adjourned for its August work period, I’m doing what I enjoy most — get out and travel across our great state. Last week alone brought meetings with local officials, small business owners, volunteers, veterans, first responders, and healthcare leaders. The week began with an inspiring day in North Platte, where […]
As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday this year, we are reminded of the ideals that define our nation: that all citizens possess unalienable rights and deserve equal treatment under the law. These principles, rooted in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, represent an enduring promise of justice and equality. And while we may not […]
From our rolling Sandhills to the Missouri River Valley and everywhere in between, Nebraskans are bound by a set of exceptional values: hard work, determination, and above all, a natural tendency to serve those around us. Seeing this value in action is what inspired me to run for my local school board, the Nebraska Unicameral, […]
When Nebraskans sent me to the U.S. Senate, I sought to serve on committees that address important matters back home, and I was able to secure a seat on the powerful Commerce Committee. It has one of the broadest portfolios, including communications, transportation, weather, science, space, technology, and more. I was particularly interested in this […]
On July 27, our nation pauses to observe National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, marking the anniversary of the 1953 signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement. Nearly 55,000 Nebraskans answered the call to serve during the Korean War, leaving their families and putting their futures on hold to fight for something larger than themselves. In […]
Earlier this month, Nebraska families gained access to one of the most significant investments in the next generation that Washington has made in years. On July 4, 2026, tax-advantaged federal child savings accounts — known as Trump Accounts — became available to every U.S. citizen under the age of 18. For parents across our state, […]
Last week, I spent the Senate’s July state work period on the ground in the Good Life listening to my fellow Nebraskans and learning new ways I can advocate for them in Washington. Hearing folks’ stories, concerns, and ideas enhance my legislative plan for how to boost quality of life, create jobs, lower energy prices, […]
Two hundred and fifty years ago, on July 4, 1776, our nation’s founding fathers gathered to proclaim their independence from Great Britain. This act of rebellion led to the formation of the country we now know and love. I am proud that our nation is guided by the foundational belief that we are all created […]