“The federal government’s primary responsibility is the safety and security of this nation. The threats facing the United States from China, Russia, Iran, and elsewhere are the gravest in decades, and Congress must equip our military to protect the American people. This year’s defense bill will advance vital defense priorities nationwide and in Nebraska, including key updates to our nuclear forces, munitions production, and Offutt Air Force Base,” said Senator Fischer.
Read More“Nursing homes across the country face historic staffing shortages, and nowhere are those challenges more real than in rural states like Nebraska. This mandate from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services would force many facilities to reduce their number of patients or even close their doors for good. My legislation will stop this staffing rule and allow time to find a fairer solution that protects rural facilities across our state,” said Senator Fischer.
Read More"Long-term care facilities are especially indispensable in small towns and rural areas like much of my home state of Nebraska. In those areas, a larger percentage of the population is over 65. Unfortunately, the Biden administration released a rule this fall that could force many nursing facilities around the country to close their doors," said Senator Fischer.
Read More“A pause in Israel’s offensive will allow Hamas to regroup and plot attacks against innocent Israelis and will only prolong this war. It’s shameful that President Biden has abandoned our ally at the United Nations,” said Senator Fischer.
Read More"Right now, the Highway Trust Fund is losing to the EV industry. That means our roads are going to lose to heavy electric vehicles. And when our infrastructure starts deteriorating, the American people pay the price. My bill will stop that from happening. Let’s put gas-powered vehicles and electric vehicles on a level playing field — that’s the only way we all win," said Senator Fischer.
Read More“As you know, small to mid-sized meat and poultry processing facilities have a vital role in the economy. This was proven throughout the COVID-19 pandemic when these facilities remained open while large facilities were closed. Additionally, many federal resources have been used to expand meatpacking capacity, so we need to ensure that these very small and small facilities do not face regulations that will force them to close,” wrote the Senators.
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