WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- Rep. Don Bacon, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Bacon Commends House Passage of FY26 Defense Policy Bill * Bacon Commends House Passage of FY26 Defense Policy Bill Washington - Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee Cyber, Information Technology and Innovation Subcommittee, joined his House colleagues in voting for H.R. 3838, the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Au more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 12 -- Rep. Mike Flood, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Flood Announces Flyover Fintech Panel on "Innovation in Nebraska" * Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood announced Flyover Fintech will include a panel on "Innovation in Nebraska." The panel, featuring industry leaders from Maptician, Fiserv, Social Assurance, Exodus, and Pinata will happen at the Congressman's Flyover Fintech Conference in Lincoln on September 23, 2025.  "Nebraska has e more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Mike Flood, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Flood Announces Flyover Fintech Panel on "Stablecoins" * LINCOLN, NEBRASKA - Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood announced Flyover Fintech will include a panel on "Stablecoins." The panel, featuring industry leaders from Circle, PayPal, and Telcoin will happen at the Congressman's Flyover Fintech Conference in Lincoln on September 23, 2025. "As our digital economy continues to grow, sta more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Mike Flood, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Flood's Statement on Charlie Kirk's Death * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood (R-Nebraska) issued a statement following news that conservative figure Charlie Kirk had passed away after being shot at an event in Utah. "From the White House to college campuses, Charlie Kirk used his platform to talk about conservative principles, share his faith in Jesus, and to conne more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Mike Flood, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Congressmen Flood & Cleaver Introduce the Streamlining Manufactured Housing Standards Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Flood (R-Nebraska) and Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-Missouri) introduced the "Streamlining Manufactured Housing Standards Act." This legislation clarifies that only the U.S. Housing and Urban Development agency has authority to establish energy efficiency and safety standar more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * DCCC Statement on Nebraska State Lawmakers Meeting with the White House to Discuss A Mid-Decade Gerrymander * Following reporting that numerous Nebraska state legislators will be meeting at the White House to discuss another desperate attempt at mid-decade redistricting, DCCC spokesperson Madison Andrus released the following statement: "Donald Trump and the entirety of House Rep more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 12 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Nebraska, issued the following column: * * * Defending America's Greatness * Nearly a quarter century has passed since the attacks of September 11th, 2001. That day's tragic events, the heroic acts of so many Americans, and the extraordinary shows of patriotism and national unity which followed are forever etched in our national memory. We will always remember the courage and sacrifice of those who passed and those whose lives were forever changed more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- Dignity Home Care Inc., a leading in-home companionship service provider in Nebraska, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) expressing strong support for the proposed rulemaking aimed at rescinding the Third-Party Exclusions from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The letter addresses the negative impact of the 2013 revision which excluded third-party employers like Dignity from the companionship services exemptions, effectively l more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Endorsement-palooza Fuels Democrat Clown Bus Primary in NE-02 * Nebraska Democrats are engaged in a messy, expensive clown bus of a Democrat primary in Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District and the recent Endorsement-palooza is fueling their journey to the far-left: * John Cavanaugh is endorsed by Fmr. U.S. Senators Ben Nelson and Bob Kerrey. * Denise Powell is endorsed by Fmr. State more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Begins Hazardous Substances Removal from Former Omni Polymers Facility in Toledo, Ohio * This week, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) started cleanup of hazardous substances from the former Omni Polymers facility at 1925 Nebraska Ave. in Toledo, Ohio. EPA estimates the work will be complete in spring 2026. The property was operated from 2022 to 2024 by Omni Polymers Internationa more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 12 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Provides Drinking Water Assistance at Santee Sioux Nation near Niobrara, Nebraska * The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 deployed water experts and provided drinking water sampling assistance at the Santee Sioux Nation near Niobrara, Nebraska, on Sept. 8-10, 2025.  "EPA and Tribal leadership have mutual interests in ensuring clean and safe drinking water for the Sante more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service issued the following news release: * * * Explore the Night Sky The Niobrara National Scenic River, in collaboration with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and the Nature Conservancy, is excited to announce a series of enchanting night sky events this fall. These events offer a unique opportunity to explore the wonders of the night sky and the fascinating nocturnal creatures that inhabit our region.  Septem more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Fischer on Senate Floor: FY26 NDAA is Not Partisan or Political - It is a Necessity * Today, during a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, called on her colleagues to pass the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Fischer emphasized the need to invest in our service members, protect defen more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 13 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news: * * * Husker researchers gain independence, publish findings By Fran tenBensel Benne | Agronomy and Horticulture This summer, Huskers Anna Newcome and Tyler Babica led research projects through the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience program. From planning and execution to troubleshooting and analysis in the lab, Newcome took ownership of an independen more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Nebraska Medicine, a non-profit academic hospital system, has voiced strong opposition to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' proposed 340B Rebate Pilot Program. In a recent public comment letter, the healthcare provider expressed deep concerns about the impact of shifting from upfront discounts to rebates for 340B drugs, set to take effect for certain medications in 2026. The 340B Drug Pricing Program is a critical funding source for Nebraska Medicine, all more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Ricketts Discusses Financial Tools for Curbing Communist China's Malign Influence * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last week, during a Senate Banking Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) discussed the importance of using financial tools to prevent Communist China from acquiring sensitive U.S. farmlands and to constrain Dictator Xi Jinping with stronger sanctions mechanisms. " Communist China more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Ricketts Highlights Bipartisan Bill to Expand Renewable Fuels * WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, highlighted the importance of expanding the production and use of renewable fuels. Ricketts' comments came during a hearing examining his bipartisan Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act, introduced wit more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Ricketts Issues Statement on the Death of Charlie Kirk * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) released the following statement after it was announced that Charlie Kirk died following a shooting at Utah Valley University on Wednesday: " Charlie Kirk was participating in the very American act of political dialogue when he was taken from us. He was a husband, son, and father more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Smith Statement on Death of Charlie Kirk * Washington, D.C. - Today Representative Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement after it was reported Charlie Kirk, Founder and CEO of Turning Point USA, was killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. "The loss of Charlie Kirk marks a tragic day for American politics. Charlie was a patriot who lived his conservative values by champion more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 13 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news: * * * University leaders release $27.5M budget reduction proposal The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has announced a $27.5 million budget reduction proposal to address a structural deficit and prepare for anticipated fiscal challenges in 2026. The proposal, outlined by Chancellor Rodney D. Bennett in a Sept. 12 message to campus, includes $21 million to close an existing budget gap and $6.5 million in proact more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 13 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news: * * * Nebraska scientists helping defining ag resilience terms for national library By Ronica Stromberg | School of Natural Resources "Resilience" has become a buzzword across fields, including agriculture. U.S. Department of Agriculture strategic plans and documents advocate for it, but although the USDA's National Agricultural Library has a dictionary with more than 77,000 agricultural terms and concepts, more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 9 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news: * * * 'KNEW' partnership aims to fortify Nebraska's early child care workforce By Chuck Green | CYFS For many Nebraska families, finding affordable child care can seem like piecing together an impossible puzzle. Parents juggle waitlists, long commutes and tough choices between work and staying home -- all while early childhood teachers themselves face low pay, long hours and stress. To address this chall more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 12 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news: * * * School of Computing introduces AI graduate certificate By Victoria Grdina The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's School of Computing in the College of Engineering has launched a new graduate certificate program in artificial intelligence. The certificate is designed to equip students with a foundational understanding of AI along with a practical proficiency in exploiting AI technologies in the context o more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 13 (TNSjou) -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news: * * * Team discovers potential bacterial solution to 'forever' chemicals University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Engineering researchers are exploring a surprising ally in the fight against toxic "forever chemicals." Scientists in the labs of Rajib Saha and Nirupam Aich have discovered that a common photosynthetic bacterium, Rhodopseudomonas palustris, can interact with perfluorooctanoic acid, one more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 10 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news: * * * UNL tracks steady enrollment with growth in key academic areas By Troy Fedderson | University Communication and Marketing For the second consecutive year, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln kicked off the fall semester with nearly 24,000 students enrolled -- including a larger freshman class and more undergraduates pursuing careers in high-demand fields. This steady success reflects the university's  more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * VIDEO: Ricketts Fights to Make Housing More Affordable in Nebraska * Yesterday, during his weekly press call with Nebraska media, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) discussed making housing more affordable and the historic Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream (ROAD) to Housing Act. Ricketts and his Senate Banking Committee colleagues unanimously (24-0) passed the bipartisan ROAD to Housing A more PR