Our rural Nebraska county fairs

Nebraska’s rural county fairs are vibrant celebrations of community, agriculture, and tradition, each with a unique character that reflects the spirit of its region.

Happy 249th birthday America!

No other nation in recorded history has had a single form of government as long as ours.Since our Constitution went into effect in 1789, France has seen 15 constitutions come and go.

Standing up to the Iranian regime

This week, I want to address what most Nebraskans and Americans have been watching on national television: the United States’ recent action against the Iranian regime’s nuclear weapons program. I also want to detail the grave and growing threat Iran poses to Americans.

A Nebraska Father’s Day tribute

As we approach Father’s Day, I’ve been reflecting on how my dad’s desire to serve Nebraskans shaped my own path in public service. Since childhood, I’ve seen up close the importance of sound, locally focused public policy.

A look back at the 2025 session

This year’s long (90-day) session of the Nebraska Legislature finished on Monday, June 2. This year 736 bills and resolutions were introduced, with 10 measures withdrawn early on, so we ended up holding 726 hearings, giving the public the opportunity to weigh in on all those measures.

Building certainty for small businesses

For workers and entrepreneurs, few places are as ripe with economic opportunity as the United States of America.

Combatting antisemitism: Confronting evil with conscience and courage

This past week’s terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, was a shocking and heartbreaking act of hatred. It demands not only our condemnation, but our collective moral clarity. Antisemitism — in any form, anywhere — is a poison that threatens the very values on which this country was founded.

Supporting the health and well-being of our farmers, ranchers, and Ag workforce

Throughout my life, I have had many roles—daughter, wife, mother, school board member, and now as the U.S. Senator for Nebraska.Yet, one of the most challenging roles I have had is that of a cattle rancher on our family ranch.

Marijuana bill truth and lies

In November 2024 voters approved two ballot initiatives that allowed for the use and regulation of medical marijuana in Nebraska. The legality of this initiative is presently under review by the Nebraska Supreme Court, in terms of the process used to place it before the voters.

Forward-thinking farm policy

This week our nation marked 163 years since the signing of the Homestead Act, legislation enacted by President Lincoln which played a key role in the development of farmland across Nebraska and rural America.