LINCOLN, NE – The Judicial Nominating Commission for District Court Judge in the Seventh Judicial District provided the following two names for consideration by Governor Jim Pillen: Michael L. Long and Ryan J. Stover, both of Norfolk. That district consists of Antelope, Cuming, Knox. Madison, Pierce, Stanton and Wayne counties.
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Gov. Pillen, NDVA Continue Celebrating 80 Years of Victory Through WWII Recognition Program
LINCOLN, NE -- A deadline is fast approaching for World War II veterans who wish to receive their medal and certificate at a special ceremony in the State Capitol Rotunda on May 8. That event will recognize Victory in Europe Day. Applications must be submitted by Thursday, May 1.
Gov. Pillen Speaks to Passage of Pro-Ag Bills Through Second Round Debate
LINCOLN, NE – Today, the Nebraska Legislature voted two pro-agriculture bills through the second round of debate. Both were introduced at the request of Governor Jim Pillen.
Gov. Pillen Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for Pope Francis
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen, in accordance with a directive from President Donald Trump, has ordered that all U.S. and state flags be flown at half-staff in honor of Pope Francis.
Governor Pillen Accepting Applications for State Fire Marshal
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen is accepting applications to fill the position of State Fire Marshal. The vacancy is due to the resignation of Scott Cordes on March 7.
Gov. Pillen Joins Governors in Asking EPA for Fuel Waiver to Benefit Summer Drivers
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen signed onto a letter from a bipartisan group of governors to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). They are asking Administrator Lee Zeldin to issue an emergency waiver to ensure regulatory consistency for fuel suppliers heading into the summer months.
Gov. Pillen Announces Resignation of DHHS Director Menefee of Public Health
LINCOLN, NE -- Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced the resignation of Charity Menefee, director of the Division of Public Health in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Menefee, who has served the state since 2021, has made the decision to step down to dedicate more time to her family. Her resignation is effective May 9.
