May is Mental Health Awareness Month
having the fourth-best mental health in the nation. A lot of this success was due to acknowledging … health crisis. We partnered with the Boys Town National Hotline to help de-escalate crises. Their team
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Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: May is Mental Health Awareness Month
having the fourth-best mental health in the nation. A lot of this success was due to acknowledging … health crisis. We partnered with the Boys Town National Hotline to help de-escalate crises. Their team
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Honoring Memorial Day
paid the ultimate price for our great nation. We honor their courage, duty, and patriotism. We preserve their
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Nebraska Backs the Blue
This week is National Police Week. In Nebraska, we Back the Blue. Officers across our state work hard … blue set the standard for the nation. For example, homicide rates are down 75% in Omaha this year
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Happy Beef Month, Nebraska!
introduced a resolution that designates May as National Beef Month. This resolution honors Nebraska cattlemen and women. Overall … Nebraska’s economy. Last year, we led the nation with over $1.75 billion in beef exports. Nebraska also
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Stop Communist Spying, Deter Chinese Aggression
incident at Offutt Air Force Base. A Chinese national was arrested and charged with illegally photographing the military … This action puts Nebraska airmen and national security at risk. It threatens Offutt’s critical mission. It threatens
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: The PLOT Act Protects Nebraska Ag Land
Fort Bragg in North Carolina. This is a national security risk. We cannot let them use American … land to weaken U.S. national security. We can’t let Communist China spy on American military bases from
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Recovering from the Nebraska Wildfires
federal firefighters, crews from Omaha and Lincoln, National Guard, community volunteers, and everyone lending a hand to help
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Working Families Tax Cuts Supports Farmers and Ranchers
biofuels state. Nebraska is second in the nation for ethanol production. We have 25 ethanol plants that employ
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Working Families Tax Cuts are Relief for Workers
keeping more money in our communities. Across the nation, we have seen an individual income tax reduction
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Supporting the Ag Leaders of Tomorrow
This week, we celebrate national Future Farmers of America (FFA) Week. Agriculture is the heart and soul … cosponsor of the National Future Farmers of America Week resolution. In the Senate, I’m fighting
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Ag Leadership in Nebraska
have placed stress on our farm families. The National Farm Bureau reports Nebraska farm bankruptcies were … country. Nebraska is second in the nation for ethanol production, with 25 ethanol plants that employ over
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Highlighting School Choice Week
This week, we celebrate National School Choice Week. As Senator, common-sense education policy is a top priority … sponsor of the 2026 National School Choice Week Resolution. This legislation highlights diverse schooling options for young Nebraskans
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Backing the Blue in 2026
model for the rest of the nation. For example, the Omaha Police Department (OPD) has achieved … each of the last two years. Meanwhile, the national clearance rate sits below 60%. Omaha continues
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Lifting Nebraskans Out of Loneliness
rural communities. Seniors are more vulnerable. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine reports loneliness and isolation
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Securing Our Border, Keeping Nebraskans Safe
nation is only as secure as its borders. Joe Biden’s open border policies created a national security
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Happy Thanksgiving, Nebraska!
have much to be thankful for as a nation. We live in a country where we can speak
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Caring For Our Veterans
President John F. Kennedy once said, “A nation reveals itself not only by the men it produces
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Nebraskans Aren’t Leverage
inspections are delayed. Veterans transition assistance is disrupted. National Guard trainings are delayed. Telehealth and at-home care … nominees. Earlier this month, the Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act. This NDAA will support our airmen
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: The Government is Shutdown, I’m Still Fighting for Nebraskans
people. Earlier this month, the Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act. This NDAA will support our airmen
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: The Bipartisan Shutdown Solution
lower costs for Nebraskans. We also passed a National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This legislative package funds … Defense, Department of Energy, and other critical national security programs. It authorizes $924.7 billion for national defense next
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: End the Schumer Shutdown
families could face delays in accessing their benefits. National Parks might close. The taxpayer advocate will be unavailable
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Supporting Rural Healthcare
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) than the national average. Nine Nebraska counties have no practicing
Combatting Communist China’s Ownership of America’s Farmland
ranchers, not foreign adversaries. Food security is national security. Communist China is the greatest threat to the American … USDA). This complements Agriculture Secretary Rollins’ recently established National Farm Security Action Plan. It makes our government aware
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Powering the Good Life
Nebraska powers the nation. We are pioneers of homegrown energy and innovation. The One Big Beautiful Bill unleashes … corn and soybeans. Nebraska is second in the nation for ethanol production, with our 25 ethanol plants