Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Traveling Nebraska
General Gary Ropers. Gen. Ropers served the Nebraska National Guard for 45 years. I also attended an event
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Happy 250th Birthday, America!
celebrating 250 years of American freedom. Our nation was founded 250 years ago, not only through a revolution … pursuit of happiness. Holding to these ideals, our nation became the greatest in the world. We overcame internal
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: 250 Years of the American Dream
American Dream possible. We live in a nation of opportunity. A nation that enables kids to have … better than their parents. A nation that believes that hard work leads to success. For the last
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: 250 Years of American Agriculture
building designed as cornstalks. As we celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday, we must continue our support … open up grazing access at the Valentine National Wildlife Refuge. Past administrations have not freed up this grazing
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Securing Our Nation for the Next 250 Years
cannot let this happen if we want our nation, and the world, to thrive for centuries to come … conversations about deterring China and bolstering our national security. Here are a few of my takeaways: First
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: 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