WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Mike Flood, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Flood Announces February Mobile Office Hours LINCOLN, NEBRASKA - Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood announced Mobile Office Hours for the month of February. Congressman Flood's staff will be hosting Mobile Office Hours throughout Nebraska's First Congressional District to assist constituents with issues involving federal agencies. Constituents are encouraged to bring relevant documentati  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- Rep. Mike Flood, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Flood's Statement on Jay Dunlap's Passing LINCOLN, NEBRASKA - Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood issued a statement on the passing of Jay Dunlap, a Nebraska businessman. "From his military service to creating hundreds of great jobs, Jay Dunlap spent his life giving back to his community and country. Through the years, he built two banks that help communities around Nebraska grow and thri  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Fischer Announces Appropriations Subcommittee Appointments Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), announced her subcommittee appointments for the Senate Appropriations Committee, which helps shape the federal government's spending policies. This year, Senator Fischer has added a sixth subcommittee: Financial Services and General Government. "For the past two years, my position on the Appropriati  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Fischer Introduces Legislation to Fight Freight Fraud Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Commerce Committee, introduced the Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act to fight freight fraud. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation will give the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) the tools needed to protect consumers from fraud by scammers in the int  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Fischer Introduces Legislation to Strengthen U.S. Telecommunications Against Foreign Adversaries Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Commerce Committee, introduced the Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency (FACT) Act. The legislation would require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to publicly identify entities that hold FCC licenses, authorizations, or  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Fischer Joins "Mornings with Maria" to Discuss Delivering for Americans U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) joined Maria Bartiromo on FOX Business today to discuss how Republicans will deliver for the American people. Senator Fischer condemned the Democrats for stalling President Trump's Cabinet nominees, risking America's national security, and playing political games instead of serving their constitu  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Fischer Questions Howard Lutnick at Confirmation Hearing Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Commerce Committee, questioned Howard Lutnick at the confirmation hearing on his nomination to be Secretary of Commerce. During the hearing, Senator Fischer's exchange with Lutnick focused on federal spectrum management and its critical role in national security, the impact of r  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Fischer Statement on Coach John Cook's Retirement Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), issued the following statement congratulating Nebraska Volleyball Coach John Cook on his retirement: "John Cook's impact on Nebraska volleyball will be felt for generations. As head coach for 25 years, he elevated the program to national prominence and helped shape the future of women's sports. Thank you, Co  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Fischer Statement on Passing of Jay Dunlap U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) released the following statement after the death of former Union Bank and Trust President and CEO Jay Dunlap: "As a distinguished Nebraskan and servant leader, Jay Dunlap leaves behind a wonderful legacy. His drive and focus elevated UBT to new heights during his tenure as President and CEO. Bruce and I send our condolenc  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Fischer Joins FOX Report to Discuss President's Cabinet Nominees and Nuclear Deterrence U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) joined FOX Report with Jon Scott. She discussed the confirmation of President Trump's Cabinet nominees and emphasized the importance of strengthening America's nuclear deterrent. Senator Fischer also celebrated the recent confirmation of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Ricketts Announces Subcommittee Assignments for the 119th Congress January 31, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) announced his subcommittee assignments for the 119 th Congress. "President Trump's re-election provides a historic opportunity to get our country back on track," said Ricketts. "On these subcommittees, I'll work to unleash American energy, extend the Tr  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Ricketts Slams Senate Democrats for Blocking Bill to Protect American Servicemembers WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), a senior member of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, issued the following statement after Senate Democrats blocked bipartisan International Criminal Court (ICC) sanctions legislation: " The ICC is a lawless, politicized body that threatens our   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Ricketts Statement on Passing of Jay Dunlap WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) issued the following statement in response to the passing of former Union Bank and Trust (UBT) President and CEO Jay Dunlap: " Jay Dunlap was a visionary businessman who loved the people he served. He grew Union Bank and Trust from a small community bank to the state's third largest bank. While  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Ricketts Votes to Confirm Lee Zeldin as Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency January 29, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), a member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, issued the following statement after voting to confirm Lee Zeldin as the Administrator of the Environment Protection Agency (EPA). "Biden's EPA attacked an all-  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Smith Statement on Passing of Jay Dunlap Washington, D.C. - Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), released the following statement after the passing of former Union Bank and Trust President and CEO Jay Dunlap: "Jay Dunlap was a highly accomplished Nebraskan who loved his community and gave back wherever he could. As a family man, veteran, and business executive, his service and work ethic are lifelong testame  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Smith Statement on Retirement of John Cook and Hiring of Dani Busboom Kelly Washington, D.C. - Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), released the following statement after Nebraska Volleyball coach John Cook announced his retirement and Third District native, Dani Busboom Kelly was named as the new head coach. "A quarter century ago John Cook took over a successful program at the University of Nebraska-Lincol  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Smith, Owens, Cassidy, Colleagues Reintroduce Educational Choice for Children Act WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), Rep. Burgess Owens (R-UT), and Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) reintroduced the Educational Choice for Children Act, bicameral legislation to expand education freedom and opportunity for students. Specifically, it provides a charitable donation incentive for individuals and busines  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * VIDEO: Ricketts Celebrates President Trump's Signing of Laken Riley Act with Sarah's Law WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE)celebrated President Trump's signing of the Laken Riley Act, with Sarah's Law included. Ricketts made the comments while on a conference call with Nebraska media. "Today, President Trump signed the Laken Riley Act into law. This is landmark legisl  more