Fischer, Thune, Fetterman Introduce Legislation to Improve Broadband Mapping
American has access to reliable, high-speed broadband.” Background Since its launch in 2011, the FCC has made
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VIDEO: Ricketts Commemorates Lindsey Graham
serving this country. “He was from humble backgrounds. “His parents ran a bar, and again, tragically, he lost
Ricketts Issues Statement After Voting to Support Perkins County Canal, Nebraska Water Infrastructure
support this effort on behalf of Nebraskans.” BACKGROUND: The Water Resource Development Act of 2026 (WRDA) includes
Fischer Wildfire Disaster Assistance Bill Becomes Law
Nebraska Cattlemen and the Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation. Background The Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) and Emergency Forest Restoration
Fischer Applauds $22M Grant for Gage County Infrastructure Improvement
when local, state, and federal partners work together.” Background This BUILD grant funding will be used for roadway
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: 250 Years of the American Dream
last 250 years, Americans from all backgrounds have achieved their American Dream. In the Senate, I’m fighting
VIDEO: Ricketts Fights to Make American Dream, Good Life More Attainable for Nebraska Families
Credit. “For over 250 years, people from all backgrounds have been able to work hard and to achieve … over 250 years, people from all backgrounds have been able to work hard and to achieve the American
VIDEO: Making the Good Life Affordable for All Nebraskans
last 250 years, Americans from all backgrounds have achieved their American dream. “In the Senate, I’m fighting
Fischer Applauds STRATCOM Launch of ETHEREAL FORGE
effectively align under the JEMSO office at STRATCOM. Background ETHEREAL FORGE supports the United States and its allies
Fischer Applauds STRATCOM Launch of ETHEREAL FORGE
effectively align under the JEMSO office at STRATCOM. Background ETHEREAL FORGE supports the United States and its allies
Fischer Introduces Bill Addressing Firefighter Equipment Safety
varied individual firefighter’s body times and composition Background Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often called “forever chemicals
To the President’s Desk: Fischer Bill to Expedite Wildfire Disaster Relief
receive aid when they need it the most.” Background The Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) and Emergency Forest Restoration
Senate Passes Fischer Broadband Map Oversight Bill
better connected and better served because of it. Background : Fischer originally created the Broadband Funding Map as part
Ricketts, Kaine Introduce Bill to Bolster AUKUS Cooperation
compliance with non-proliferation commitments under the MTCR. BACKGROUND . The license-free environment established under AUKUS has enabled
Ricketts Introduces FENCE Act to Support Nebraska Farmers and Ranchers
repair or replacement of current permanent fencing structures. BACKGROUND Virtual fencing technology allows for controlled cattle placement through
Fischer Celebrates Senate Passage of Bill Awarding Congressional Gold Medal to North Platte Canteen
president to be signed into law. Background: The North Platte Canteen was a volunteer war effort
Ricketts Introduces Resolution Designating May as Renewable Fuels Month
innovators can continue delivering value to American consumers.” BACKGROUND Nebraska is a national leader in biofuel production, consistently
Ricketts Introduces MARKET Act to Protect Agriculture Exports from Communist China
agricultural exports in markets outside of China. BACKGROUND Nebraska is the nation’s fifth largest agricultural exporter, with
Ricketts Votes to Advance Landmark, Bipartisan Digital Asset Market Structure Legislation
that has helped curb crypto ATM scams.” Background The CLARITY Act establishes clear, enforceable guardrails for digital asset
Ricketts Introduces the Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act to Strengthen Rural Banks
findings no later than a year after enactment. BACKGROUND Rural communities rely on their local institutions to provide
Ricketts, Fetterman Introduce FAIR Labels Act to Protect Beef, Require Transparent Labeling for Plant-Based Protein Products
cultivated protein or plant-based alternative protein products. BACKGROUND Currently, cell-cultivated protein and plant-based alterative protein
Fischer Chairs Hearing on Golden Dome, Missile Defense Posture
update on the Defense of Guam. Background Today’s hearing was convened by the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee
Ricketts Introduces the Sound Science Act to Increase Transparency, Strengthen Science for Regulated Chemicals
under EPA’s Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals. BACKGROUND Currently, the Toxic Substances Control Act lacks consistent risk
Fischer Welcomes USDA Announcement to Relocate Research Project to Clay Center
working with them to advance Nebraska’s priorities." Background USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) recently announced
Fischer to Treasury Secretary: We Need IRS Guidance for Success of PFML Tax Credit
hope to issue guidance the early this summer. Background Today’s hearing was convened by the Senate Appropriations