Press Releases

LINCOLN, NE – Following a news conference during which Dr. Charity Evans, chief of trauma for Nebraska Medicine and Dr. Hillman Terzian, a trauma surgeon at Nebraska Medicine, updated media regarding Governor Jim Pillen’s medical status and recovery, the Governor’s office issued the following statement with further updates regarding his care:

LINCOLN, NE – While riding on horseback with family members today, Governor Jim Pillen was bucked off a new a new horse and was injured. The Governor was transported to Columbus Community Hospital, and out of an abundance of caution, was then transported to the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) in Omaha. The Governor is expected to remain at UNMC for several days. The Governor is alert and is in continuous touch with his team.

LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced awards for projects in three districts of the state’s 6 Regions, One Nebraska initiative (Southeast, Metro, and Northeast). The announcement took place in Lincoln at the offices of Southeast Nebraska Development District, one of three organizations receiving funds.

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen is highlighting achievements of Summer EBT (S-EBT) and has introduced additions to the program, as the state begins enrollment for 2025. These accomplishments and enhancements reflect Nebraska’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of families and promoting long-term well-being for children across the state. During the news conference, Gov. Pillen was joined by CEO Steve Corsi of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Department of… read more

LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen joined other Republican governors supporting President Donald J. Trump’s nomination of South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem as the next secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and calling for her swift confirmation. The letter to U.S. Senate leadership cites Noem’s extensive experience addressing the crisis at the southern border, as well as her leadership as governor with broader homeland security challenges:

LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen signed proclamations that certified the enactment of Measures 437 and 438. Both the Governor and the Attorney General caution the public on the limited nature of these proclamations. The proclamations do not express a judgment on the validity of the measures.

LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced his appointment of Stephen D. Mossman to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Mossman will serve as the representative for District 8 starting Jan. 16, 2025, subject to confirmation by the Nebraska Legislature.

LINCOLN, NE – Today, the Judicial Nominating Commission for the Fifth District of the Nebraska Supreme Court advanced the names of all three applicants to Governor Jim Pillen for his consideration. They are David J. A. Bargen, Adams; Jason M. Bergevin, Columbus; and Lawrence E. Welch Jr., Plattsmouth.

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has joined 25 other Republican governors supporting President Donald Trump’s commitment to deporting “dangerous criminals, gang members, and terrorists who are in the country illegally.”

LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced his appointment of Connie Edmond to the Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State College System. She will start Jan. 2. Her appointment term is six years and is subject to confirmation by the Nebraska Legislature.