Press Releases
LB346 Introduced on Governor’s Behalf; Creates Efficiencies across Boards, Commissions and Other Entities
LINCOLN, NE -- Doubling down on efforts to ‘clean out the closets’ and create efficiencies across state government, Governor Jim Pillen expressed appreciation to Speaker of the Legislature John Arch for introducing LB346 on his behalf. The measure will terminate or reassign the duties of over 40 different boards, commissions, committees, or councils.
Gov. Pillen Issues Statement on the Passing of Jack Hoffman
LINCOLN, NE -- Today, Governor Jim Pillen issued the following statement on the passing of 19-year-old Jack Hoffman:
“Jack inspired millions and won the hearts of people around the world. The touchdown run in Memorial Stadium is one of the best moments in all of Husker football history and it helped launch an important mission to raise funds and find a cure for pediatric brain cancer. Suzanne and I mourn with the Hoffman’s, and we join Nebraskans in sending prayers to their family.”… read more
Gov. Pillen’s State of the State Address
LINCOLN, NE -- President Kelly, Speaker Arch, members of the 109th Legislature, tribal leaders, fellow Nebraskans.
What a time of promise and opportunity for our state and nation.
What a tremendous moment for those of us who have been blessed with the privilege to serve our fellow citizens in public office.
I am as grateful today for that privilege as I was when I stood in this chamber just over two years ago and swore to uphold our Constitution—and I am more… read more
Governor Pillen and Senators Introduce Legislation to Benefit Nebraska Agriculture
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen and state senators presented three bills critical to preserving and protecting agriculture in Nebraska.
Gov. Pillen Directs Flags at State Buildings to Fly at Full Staff on Inauguration Day
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced that flags at the State Capitol and all other state buildings will be raised to full staff on Monday, Jan. 20 for the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.
Governor Pillen, Attorney General Hilgers, and Senators Introduce Legislation to Protect Nebraska Children
Lincoln, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen joined Attorney General Mike Hilgers and state senators to speak on four bills which will be introduced to protect children from online abuse and the addictive nature of phone apps and online services. These four bills are being introduced at the request of the Governor.
Gov. Pillen Issues Statement Regarding New PSC Leadership and Return to Office Resolution
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen issued the following statement concerning recent action by the Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC), including the election of new leadership.
Gov. Pillen Joins Republican Governors Advocating Passage of DOGE Efficiencies
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has joined 25 other Republican governors in a letter to Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune requesting congressional cooperation when it comes to solidifying into law the efficiencies identified by President-elect Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Gov. Pillen to Host Town Halls Following State of the State Address
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen will host town halls in McCook and Sidney the day following his State of the State address. Both events are open to the media and public.
Gov. Pillen, Sen. Kauth and Athletes Introduce Stand With Women Act
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen joined state senators and female athletes announcing the Stand With Women Act (LB89). Senator Kathleen Kauth of Omaha introduced the bill at the request of the Governor. The legislation expands portions of the Women’s Bill of Rights, which Gov. Pillen established via Executive Order 23-16 in August 2023, to schools, sports teams and state facilities.
