Press Releases
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Gov. Ricketts Announces Burt, Cuming, Madison, & Stanton Counties Now Included in State’s Directed Health Measure
March 29, 2020
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced that the state’s fourth COVID-19 related Directed Health Measure (DHM) includes Burt, Cuming, Madison, and Stanton counties, which will be in effect until May 6th unless renewed. -
Gov. Ricketts Announces Butler, Hall, Hamilton, Merrick, Polk, Seward, and York Counties Now Included in State’s Directed Health Measure
March 28, 2020
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced that the state’s third COVID-19 related Directed Health Measure (DHM) includes Butler, Hall, Hamilton, Merrick, Polk, Seward, and York counties, which will be in effect until May 6th unless renewed. -
Gov. Ricketts Comments on First COVID-19 Deaths in Nebraska
March 27, 2020
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts issued a statement following confirmation of the first two deaths in Nebraska due to coronavirus (COVID-19). -
Gov. Ricketts Issues Executive Order to Bolster Healthcare Workforce
March 27, 2020
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts issued an executive order to expedite the entry of medical professionals into the workforce. Nebraska currently has ample providers to meet the demand for care. The purpose of the order is to prepare for the possibility of a surge in COVID-19 cases and/or the unavailability of some medical professionals due to quarantine restrictions. -
Gov. Ricketts Issues Executive Order Allowing Takeout for Mixed Drinks with Lids
March 26, 2020
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts issued a new executive order allowing restaurants and bars to provide mixed drinks with lids for takeout. -
Gov. Ricketts Issues Executive Order to Expand Childcare Access, Announces May 12th Election Will Proceed as Scheduled
March 26, 2020
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts issued an executive order to expand access to childcare options during the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. -
Gov. Ricketts Adds Lancaster, Saunders, and Dodge to Directed Health Measure for Cass, Douglas, Sarpy, & Washington Counties
March 25, 2020
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced that the state’s second COVID-19 related Directed Health Measure (DHM) includes Lancaster, Dodge, and Saunders counties, which will be in effect until May 6th unless renewed. Washington County will also now be under a DHM until May 6th. -
Gov. Ricketts Thanks Legislature for Approving COVID-19 Emergency Funds, Temporarily Suspends Evictions for Impacted Nebraskans
March 25, 2020
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts signed LB 1198, a bill that provides emergency funding to help the State of Nebraska combat coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). -
Gov. Ricketts Encourages Business Flexibility during COVID-19 Emergency
March 25, 2020
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts hosted a Facebook Live event to discuss ideas on flexibly continuing business operations during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. He was joined by Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) Director Tony Goins; Natalie Micale, Owner of Oh Hello! ad agency; and Todd Duncan, Chairman of Duncan Aviation. Business owners were invited to participate online and to submit questions electronically during the event. -
Gov. Ricketts, Ag Leaders, and Healthcare CEOs Discuss COVID-19 Response in Nebraska
March 24, 2020
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts joined with Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) Director Steve Wellman and Farm Bureau President Steve Nelson to discuss the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) response in rural Nebraska. The Governor also proclaimed March 22nd-28th as Ag Week in Nebraska and talked about the critical role of the state’s farmers and ranchers in providing a stable supply of food in the United States.
