Gov. Pillen Releases Statement After Death of Former State Sen. Schmit
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen released the following statement following the death of former State Senator Loran Schmit.
Best Metro for Young Homeowners
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Best Metro for Young Homeowners (Omaha)
Statistic Description
ConsumerAffairs analyzed data from 100 of the most populous U.S. metro areas to identify the most accessible places for young homeowners.
The analysis focused on two key indicators, each weighed equally:
- The homeownership rate for individuals under age 35, using the latest available data from the U.S. Census Bureau (2022)
- The share of home purchase loans taken out by applicants under 35, based on 2023 data from the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC)
Metro Omaha ranked #1.
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1
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Consumer Affairs, July 2025
Two Forwarded for County Court Judge in the Second Judicial District
LINCOLN, NE – Today, the Judicial Nominating Commission for County Court Judge in the Second Judicial District advanced James M. Buchanan and Patrick R. Runge for consideration by Governor Jim Pillen. They are both from Omaha.
Gov. Pillen Signs $20 Million Property Tax Relief Executive Order
LINCOLN, NE, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has signed Executive Order 25-13, the latest action in his Administration’s ongoing efforts to provide meaningful property tax relief to Nebraska families.
Applications Accepted for State Racing and Gaming Commission Vacancy
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the State Racing and Gaming Commission (NRGC). The vacancy is due to the resignation of Tony Fulton, who has served on the commission since June 2021, as an at-large representative in District 1.
Gov. Pillen Addresses Memorandum of Understanding Executed by Nebraska Secretary of State with the Government of the Republic of Kenya
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen’s office is addressing the memorandum of understanding (MOU) entered into between Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen and the Government of the Republic of Kenya.
Gov. Pillen Administration Releases Letter Regarding Democrats Interim Study
LINCOLN, NE – In a letter to Senator Terrell McKinney, chair of the Urban Affairs Committee, Kenny Zoeller, director of the Governor’s Policy Research Office, informed the senator that Gov. Pillen’s Administration will not be participating in the Urban Affairs Committee interim study on Friday, September 12, citing committee jurisdiction issues.
Gov. Pillen Reacts to Shooting Death of Charlie Kirk; Nebraskans Asked to Fly Flags at Half-Staff
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen issued the following statement in reaction to the death of 31-year-old Charlie Kirk. Kirk, a conservative commentator, activist and founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot while taking part in an event at Utah Valley University earlier today.
Governor Pillen Promotes Nebraska Ethanol, Concludes Successful Trade Mission to Japan
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen wrapped up a highly productive trade mission to Japan. The mission included meetings with key importers of Nebraska beef and pork; opportunities to promote Nebraska-made biofuels; and high-level discussions to strengthen the state’s longstanding commercial, cultural, and educational ties to Japan.
State Leaders, Pork Producers Thank Japan’s Nippon Foods for Purchasing from Nebraska
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen and Nebraska’s trade delegation held a dinner in Tokyo, Japan on Saturday with leaders from Nippon Foods and Tyson Foods. During the meal, Gov. Pillen thanked Nippon Foods for being a loyal customer of Nebraska agricultural products. The dinner also provided an opportunity for Nebraska pig farmers and ranchers to tell the story of their innovative production practices. By harnessing advanced technologies, the Nebraska livestock industry is continually producing more high-quality proteins while using less land, water, and energy.
