Returning Money to Taxpayers While Improving Government
Returning Money to Taxpayers While Improving Services
DMV Success Stories
Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) – Driver License Offices
The Problem
DHHS Success Stories
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Systems-Wide Approach to Overhauling Government
Governor Pillen’s Systems Approach to Improvement
Objectives:
Nebraska is running government like a business. The specific objectives of this initiative are to:
Governor’s Public Servant Mentorship Program

Governor Jim Pillen is dedicated to improving the lives of young Nebraskans, especially through mentorship.
Gov. Jim Pillen Comments on Good News from Forecasting Board
LINCOLN, NE – The Nebraska Economic Forecasting Advisory Board (NEFAB) voted today to add $100 million to current fiscal year revenue projections for General Fund receipts.
Gov. Pillen Announces Departure of Fire Marshal Cordes
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced the resignation of State Fire Marshal Scott Cordes. Cordes, who was appointed by the Governor in January 2023, has accepted the role of city administrator in Norfolk. His last day with the state will be March 7.
Gov. Pillen Declares State of Emergency for Fires in Custer and Dawes Counties
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has declared a state of emergency for fires that have been burning since earlier this week in two counties. The Custer Complex Fire started on Monday and now consists of three active fires. The Schaffer Road Fire started on Tuesday and is located southeast of Chadron. The fires have been fueled by a combination of high winds, low humidity and dry conditions.