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2020 - March

3/29/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Burt, Cuming, Madison, & Stanton Counties Now Included in State’s Directed Health Measure
3/28/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Butler, Hall, Hamilton, Merrick, Polk, Seward, and York Counties Now Included in State’s Directed Health Measure
3/27/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on First COVID-19 Deaths in Nebraska
3/27/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Executive Order to Bolster Healthcare Workforce
3/26/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Executive Order Allowing Takeout for Mixed Drinks with Lids
3/26/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Executive Order to Expand Childcare Access, Announces May 12th Election Will Proceed as Scheduled
3/25/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Adds Lancaster, Saunders, and Dodge to Directed Health Measure for Cass, Douglas, Sarpy, & Washington Counties
3/25/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks Legislature for Approving COVID-19 Emergency Funds, Temporarily Suspends Evictions for Impacted Nebraskans
3/25/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Encourages Business Flexibility during COVID-19 Emergency
3/24/2020 - Gov. Ricketts, Ag Leaders, and Healthcare CEOs Discuss COVID-19 Response in Nebraska
3/24/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
3/23/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Extended Tax Deadline, Overviews the State’s Continuity Plans
3/23/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Calls on Nebraskans to Donate Blood
3/20/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Eligibility of Nebraska Businesses to Apply for SBA Disaster Loans
3/20/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Requests Emergency Funding for COVID-19, Affirms Reliability of Public Utilities Statewide
3/19/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Executive Order to Provide Relief to Restaurants and Bars during COVID-19 Emergency
3/19/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Executive Order to Temporarily Ease Driver and Vehicle Requirements
3/19/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Directed Health Measure for Cass, Douglas, Sarpy, & Washington Counties
3/18/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Assures Nebraskans of Food Availability, Thanks Nebraskans for Practicing Social Distancing
3/18/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Leadership Transition for the Division of Developmental Disabilities
3/18/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
3/17/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Executive Order to Loosen Unemployment Insurance Eligibility Requirements
3/17/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Executive Order to Give Public Boards the Flexibility to Hold Virtual Meetings
3/16/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Reminds Nebraskans of CDC Guidance Limiting Gatherings to Ten People
3/16/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Further Limits Events, Gatherings to Prevent COVID-19 Spread
3/13/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Smart Approaches to Marijuana-Nebraska Co-Chair Dr. John Kuehn on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
3/13/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Emergency Declaration for COVID-19
3/13/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Guidance for School Closures, Leaders Provide COVID-19 Response Update
3/13/2020 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Grocers Express Confidence in Supply Chain
3/9/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Holds Briefing on Flood Recovery and Disaster Preparedness
3/6/2020 - First Presumptive Positive Case of Coronavirus 2019 Reported to Nebraska DHHS
3/3/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Receives Award for Pro-Life Leadership
3/3/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Francis Barron III to the County Court for the Sixth Judicial District
3/3/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts “The Blacklist” Creator Jon Bokenkamp on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast

2020 - February

2/29/2020 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statehood Day Statement
2/28/2020 - Gov. Ricketts: Let’s “Git-R-Done” on Property Tax Relief
2/28/2020 - Two Nominees Forwarded for the Separate Juvenile Court Judgeship in Lancaster County
2/27/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Honors Nebraska’s Mother of the Year for 2020
2/27/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Vietnamese Trade Delegation
2/24/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims “FFA Week” in Nebraska
2/21/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Slams New United Nations Blacklist Targeting Israel
2/21/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Calls on U.S. Automakers to Design Cars to Run on Higher Ethanol Blends
2/14/2020 - Gov. Ricketts’ Presidents’ Day Statement
2/12/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks Ag Secretary Perdue, USDA for Disaster Declaration
2/11/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Receives the “Spirit of America” Award from the National Grocers Association
2/11/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Attends White House Roundtable on Broadband Connectivity
2/7/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts & Sen. Slama to Host Town Hall in Nebraska City
2/6/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on the U.S. Senate's Acquittal of President Trump
2/6/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes Australian Consul General to Nebraska
2/5/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Designates US-20 as “Nebraska Medal of Honor Highway”
2/5/2020 - Gov. Ricketts, Labor Commissioner Albin Announce $11.4 Million in New Tax Relief
2/4/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Recognizes Firefighters and First Responders in Fremont, O’Neill, and Spencer

2020 - January

1/31/2020 - Two Nominees Forwarded for County Court Judge Vacancy in the Sixth Judicial District
1/31/2020 - Gov. Ricketts’ Office Corrects State Chamber’s Factually Inaccurate Comments on Blueprint Nebraska
1/30/2020 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Celebrate National Award for Excellent Outcomes in Child Welfare
1/30/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Scottish Highland Games Champion Dr. Chuck Kasson on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
1/30/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Unveils New Customer-Friendly, One-Stop Business Licensing Portal
1/29/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Attends President Trump’s USMCA Signing Ceremony
1/28/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Schedule for Governor’s Ag Conference in Kearney
1/28/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Natural Resources Director on Retirement
1/27/2020 - Gov. Ricketts to Honor Fire Department Flood Heroes in O’Neill and Spencer
1/25/2020 - Four Midwest Governors Sign New Agreement to Combat Flooding
1/23/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds President Trump’s WOTUS Rollback
1/23/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Accepts “Defender of Life” Award from the Nebraska Family Alliance
1/23/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
1/22/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Names New Children & Family Services Director
1/21/2020 - Gov. Ricketts’ Flood Heroes Events in O’Neill & Spencer Postponed
1/21/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Leads Walk at State Capitol to Encourage Wellness
1/17/2020 - Gov. Ricketts’ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Statement
1/17/2020 - Gov. Ricketts’ Fremont Town Hall Postponed, Fremont Firefighters Ceremony Still On
1/16/2020 - Gov. Ricketts: Protect Prayer as First Amendment Right for Nebraska Students
1/16/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Plattsmouth
1/16/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Blair
1/16/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Senate Passage of USMCA
1/16/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Condemns Anti-Semitic Hate Crime Under Investigation in Lincoln
1/16/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Nebraska’s Economic Growth in 2019
1/16/2020 - Gov. Ricketts to Honor Fire Department Flood Heroes in Fremont, O’Neill, & Spencer
1/15/2020 - Gov. Ricketts: Tax Receipt Growth Means Property Tax Relief Ahead
1/15/2020 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Delivers 2020 State of the State Address
1/15/2020 - Top 10 Things You Need to Know about Gov. Ricketts’ “Keep Nebraska Strong” Budget & Legislative Initiatives
1/15/2020 - Video Release: Gov. Ricketts Delivers 2020 State of the State Address
1/15/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on China “Phase One” Deal Signing
1/15/2020 - Gov. Ricketts' State of the State Address
1/15/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Proposes Disaster Relief for Nebraskans
1/13/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Joe Ricketts on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
1/13/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Denial of Federal Disaster Declaration for Summer & Fall Events
1/13/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks Medicaid Director for Leadership
1/13/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims “Religious Freedom Day”
1/8/2020 - Gov. Ricketts Declares Roe v. Wade Anniversary as Statewide Day of Prayer to End Abortion
1/8/2020 - Gov. Ricketts’ State of the State Fly Around Schedule
1/8/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host State of the State Press Conference in Grand Island
1/8/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host State of the State Press Conference in North Platte
1/8/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host State of the State Press Conference in Scottsbluff
1/8/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host State of the State Town Hall in McCook
1/8/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host State of the State Town Hall in Broken Bow
1/8/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host State of the State Town Hall in Ord
1/8/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host State of the State Town Hall in Hastings
1/8/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host State of the State Town Hall in Beatrice
1/8/2020 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host State of the State Town Hall in Fremont
1/6/2020 - Gov. Ricketts, Attorney General Peterson Highlight National Human Trafficking Awareness Month

2019 - December

12/31/2020 - Gov. Ricketts’ New Year Statement
12/27/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Corrections Officer Union Applaud New Compensation Plan
12/24/2019 - Gov. Ricketts’ Christmas Statement
12/20/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska National Guard Celebrate National Guard’s 383rd Birthday
12/20/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Amy Schuchman to the Separate Juvenile Court of Douglas County
12/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Gov. Reynolds, & Gov. Noem Thank President Trump for Strengthening Refugee Application Vetting
12/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds House Passage of USMCA
12/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on EPA’s 2020 RFS Blending Levels
12/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts UNO/UNMC Chancellor Jeff Gold on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
12/18/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Condemns Impeachment Vote as “Partisan Power Play” by House Democrats
12/18/2019 - State Offices to Close December 24th to Observe Christmas Eve
12/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Honor Nebraska’s Lifesaving Flood Heroes at State Capitol
12/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Joins President Trump’s White House Roundtable on Cutting Red Tape
12/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes Japan's New Consul General to Nebraska
12/13/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Finalization of “Phase One” China Deal
12/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes Prime Minister Mamin of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Congratulates Valmont on Deal
12/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
12/10/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Mary “Peg” Stevens to the Separate Juvenile Court of Douglas County
12/10/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Slams “Sham” Articles of Impeachment
12/10/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds USMCA Deal
12/6/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Pearl Harbor Remembrance Proclamation, Flags to Fly at Half-Staff
12/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Writer & Inspirational Speaker Ashley Stevens on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
12/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts: Japan Trade Agreement “A Big Win” for Nebraska Farmers and Ranchers
12/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks Pres. Trump, HUD for $108.9 Million in Federal Disaster Recovery Funding
12/3/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Invite Nebraskans to Celebrate the Season with Christmas Tree Lighting & Reception

2019 - November

2019 - October

10/28/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Process Improvement Successes in State Government
10/24/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Bryan C. Meismer to the District Court of the Sixth Judicial District
10/24/2019 - Gov. Ricketts: New Forecast Means Full Steam Ahead on Property Tax Relief
10/22/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Attends 16th Tri-State Governors’ Conference
10/21/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Cuts Ribbon at Costco Poultry Plant
10/21/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Meets with Ethanol Delegation from Mexico
10/17/2019 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Rep. Elijah E. Cummings
10/16/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Receives Award for Leadership on Behalf of Seniors
10/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts: Healthy Revenues Mean More Property Tax Relief
10/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on “Phase One” China Trade Agreement
10/8/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts American Ninja Warrior Maggi Thorne on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
10/7/2019 - Nebraska Leaders Hail President Trump’s Ethanol Announcement
10/4/2019 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
10/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks President Trump for Delivering on Ethanol Promise
10/3/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Slams Nancy Pelosi’s Impeachment “Parade”

2019 - September

9/30/2019 - Gov. Ricketts to Kick Off Manufacturing Month with Multi-Stop Tour
9/30/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Thank Troops During U.S.S. Omaha Visit
9/27/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts UNL Chancellor Ronnie Green on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
9/27/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Statement on 100th Anniversary of Omaha Race Riot
9/27/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks President Trump for Flood Control Funding
9/26/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Harvard Study Recognizing Nebraska’s Process Improvement Success
9/25/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds President Trump’s Trade Agreement with Japan
9/25/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Taiwan Companies’ Intent to Buy Nebraska Ag Commodities
9/24/2019 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Thedford
9/23/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims Hunting and Fishing Day
9/22/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Submits Comments on Federal Labor Rule Regarding Detasseling
9/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Remind Nebraskans to Nominate Flood Heroes
9/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Tells Chief Standing Bear’s Story at Dedication Ceremony in U.S. Capitol
9/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts’ Constitution Day Statement
9/13/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts ‘Welcome Home’ Picnic for Recently Discharged Service Members
9/13/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Commends EPA for Repealing Burdensome WOTUS Rule
9/12/2019 - Two Nominees Forwarded for District Court Judge Vacancy in the Sixth Judicial District
9/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Nebraska Craft Brewer and Distiller Zac Triemert on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
9/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Transportation Department Welcome Federal Funds to Reimburse Highway Repairs
9/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
9/10/2019 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff on Patriot Day
9/10/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Visits with Shizuoka Prefecture Government, Concludes Japan Trade Mission
9/10/2019 - Gov. Ricketts: Let’s Stand Up for Nebraska’s Family Farmers
9/9/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Meets with Major Japanese Business Associations
9/9/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Trade Delegation Meet with U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam
9/9/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Meets with Japanese Governors in Tokyo
9/6/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Meets with Prime Minister Phuc of Vietnam
9/5/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Begins Vietnam Trade Mission, Promotes Nebraska in Hanoi
9/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Declares State of Emergency to Aid Victims of Late-Summer Floods
9/3/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Calls on EPA to Adjust Renewable Volume Obligations, Bolster Ethanol Market
9/3/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Cuts Ribbon, Celebrates Shorter Wait Times at New North Omaha DMV Location

2019 - August

8/30/2019 - Gov. Ricketts’ Labor Day Statement
8/30/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, NDOT Welcome Federal Grant Money for Rural Bridge Replacements
8/29/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Chief Medical Officer
8/28/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Husker Football Associate Athletic Director Matt Davison on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
8/26/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, DHHS Release Fourth Annual Business Plan and Priority Initiatives
8/25/2019 - Gov. Ricketts: Japan Trade Agreement “Vital” for Beef State Farmers & Ranchers
8/23/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Praises “Mission Driven, High-Quality Services for Nebraskans” Delivered through Third DHHS Business Plan
8/23/2019 - Gov. Ricketts: “Build the Pipeline”
8/21/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Recognizes Nebraska Firms on Inc. 5000 “Most Successful Companies in America” List for 2019
8/20/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Meets with Nebraska’s Vietnamese Community Ahead of Trade Mission
8/20/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Musicians and Entertainers the Potash Twins on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
8/16/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks Child Welfare Director for Transformational Leadership
8/16/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Honors 2019 Recipients of the Governor’s Wellness Award
8/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Urges EPA to Strengthen Commitment to Renewable Fuels
8/14/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, State Senator Slama Visit Communities in Southeast Nebraska
8/14/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks President Trump for Extended Disaster Declaration
8/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Launch of Addiction Medicine Fellowship
8/8/2019 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts & Sen. Slama to Host Town Hall in Falls City
8/8/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
8/7/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Honors Veterans on Purple Heart Day
8/7/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Fellow Governors Call on EPA to Remove Regulatory Burden
8/5/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Praises President Trump’s EU Agreement to Increase Beef Exports
8/4/2019 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of the Tragedies in El Paso & Dayton

2019 - July

7/31/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Economic Development Director
7/31/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Former Husker Football Coach Tom Osborne on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
7/29/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims “Korean War Veterans Armistice Day”
7/26/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Detassels with Young Nebraskans, Meets with Seed Corn Companies
7/25/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Disaster Declaration after Collapse of Major Irrigation Tunnel, Sets Visit to Scottsbluff Area
7/24/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Brian Buescher on Senate Confirmation to the U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska
7/22/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks Economic Development Director for Growing Nebraska
7/22/2019 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff on Tuesday to Honor Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens
7/20/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Retired Nebraska Astronaut Clayton Anderson on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
7/18/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Encourages Participation in Trade Mission to Germany
7/18/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
7/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts 2019 Governor’s Economic Development Summit
7/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, State Leaders Debut Talent Recruitment Website
7/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts former Nebraska Gov. Kay Orr on “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
7/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces “Sorghum Cares” Initiative with Sorghum Producers Association and Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs
7/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts: “Growth Sets State on Path to Property Tax Relief”
7/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Attends Veramaris Grand Opening in Blair
7/10/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Big Jump in National Business-Friendly Ranking for Nebraska
7/8/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Ethanol Board Comment on EPA RFS Volumes Proposal
7/5/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Releases Second Episode of “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
7/3/2019 - Gov. Ricketts’ Independence Day Statement
7/1/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces 2019 Developing Youth Talent Initiative Grant Recipients

2019 - June

6/27/2019 - Reminder to Return Flags to Full-Staff at Sunset Today
6/26/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Invites Nebraskans to Register for the 2019 Governor’s Economic Development Summit
6/26/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Launches “The Nebraska Way” Podcast
6/26/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Meets with Dignitaries from the Republic of Kazakhstan
6/24/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Merger of Two Agencies
6/21/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks President Trump for Launching RFS Waiver Review
6/20/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Mourn Passing of Trooper Jerry Smith
6/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Promotes Pine Ridge Turkey Hunt
6/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds President Trump’s Rollback of Job-Killing Clean Power Plan
6/18/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Blasts NYC Mayor’s “War On Beef”
6/18/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Accepts Major Economic Development Award on Behalf of the State of Nebraska
6/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Presents Inaugural Medicaid Provider Awards
6/14/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Urges Ag Producers, Business Leaders to Join Upcoming Trade Mission to Vietnam & Japan
6/14/2019 - Governor’s Office Encouraging Nominations for Outstanding Volunteers for ServeNebraska’s 2019 Step Forward Awards
6/13/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Decision to Move USDA Programs from Washington to the Heartland
6/13/2019 - Library Commission Announces Final Five Hosts of Nebraska’s Library Innovation Studios Makerspaces
6/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes President Trump, Hails E15 Victory
6/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Attends Groundbreaking in York, Highlights Ongoing Success of Workforce Housing Act
6/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Trio of Bills to Provide Property Tax Relief to Nebraskans
6/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Pro-Life Legislation
6/10/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Touts Nebraska’s Strong Financial Position, Hardworking People
6/10/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Invite Nebraskans to Nominate Flood Heroes
6/7/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks President Trump, Congress for Disaster Relief
6/7/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Meets with Boys and Girls State Delegates
6/5/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Emergency Declaration to Aid Extreme Weather Response
6/5/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Vetoes Three Bills
6/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
6/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims “Detasselers’ Recognition Day” in Nebraska
6/3/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims June as Dairy Month in Nebraska
6/3/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Legislative Session Results
6/1/2019 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of the Tragedy in Virginia Beach

2019 - May

5/31/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks President Trump for Year-Round E15
5/30/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Takes Action to Harmonize State Marriage Documents
5/30/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Vetoes the Legislature’s Property Tax Increase
5/30/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Legislation Expanding High-Speed Broadband Access
5/27/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Budget Delivering $550 Million of Property Tax Relief
5/25/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Meets with Shaanxi Province Foreign Affairs Representative
5/24/2019 - Gov. Ricketts’ Memorial Day Statement & Flag Status Notice
5/23/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Seeks Applicants for Governor’s Youth Advisory Council
5/23/2019 - Gov. Ricketts to Lead Trade Mission to Germany in November
5/23/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Grant A. Forsberg to the County Court of the Fourth Judicial District
5/22/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Release of “Nebraska Disaster Resource Guide”
5/21/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds $9 Million in Federal Grants for Rural Airport Improvements
5/21/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Urges Safety, Praises Quick Road Repairs as Summer Travel Season Starts
5/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Tariff Reductions, Urges Swift Passage of USMCA
5/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Cattlemen Praise New Action by Japan to Break Down Barriers to American Beef
5/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Pro-Military and Veteran Legislation
5/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Pumps E15, Promotes Ethanol while Proclaiming May as Renewable Fuels Month
5/17/2019 - Nebraskans Speak Out: Control Spending to Achieve Property Tax Relief
5/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, City of Hastings Break Ground on New Housing Development
5/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Groundbreaking of Allmand Plant Expansion in Holdrege
5/16/2019 - Gov. Ricketts to Legislature: Start Working on Tax Relief Instead of Tax Hikes
5/16/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims Nebraska Top Turkey Hunting Destination
5/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Gallup Chairman and CEO Jim Clifton as Keynote Speaker for the 2019 Governor’s Economic Development Summit
5/14/2019 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for Peace Officers Memorial Day
5/13/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Department of Education Recognize 44 Students for Top ACT/SAT Scores
5/9/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes International Guests to Omaha for 2019 Business and Trade Investment Conference
5/9/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces International Trade Mission to Vietnam and Japan
5/9/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Senators for Restoring Property Tax Relief
5/8/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims May as General Aviation Appreciation Month in Nebraska
5/8/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Bipartisan Group of Governors Urge Congress to Finalize Disaster Relief
5/7/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, State Agencies Form Task Force to Provide Housing Relief
5/6/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Mechanics Urge Legislature to Put the Brakes on Taxing Auto Repairs
5/3/2019 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Scottsbluff
5/3/2019 - Gov. Ricketts: Increase Property Tax Relief in the Budget
5/2/2019 - Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Grand Island
5/2/2019 - Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Columbus
5/2/2019 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Blair
5/1/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims May as Beef Month in Nebraska

2019 - April

4/30/2019 - Gov. Ricketts to Legislature: Largest Tax Increase in State History Threatens Working Family Budgets
4/29/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Continues Engagement with the Army Corps to Give States a Role in River Management
4/25/2019 - Gov. Ricketts: New Forecast Means Property Tax Relief
4/25/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Concerned Nebraskans Oppose the Largest Tax Increase in State History
4/25/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Vetoes Tax Increase
4/24/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Submits Testimony Opposing the Largest Tax Increase in State History
4/24/2019 - Appropriations Committee Cuts Gov. Ricketts’ Property Tax Relief Recommendation in Half
4/23/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims Community Development Week
4/22/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims Rodeo Week in Nebraska
4/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Optimist International’s 100th Anniversary
4/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts’ Easter Statement
4/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Record Number of Nebraskans Employed in March
4/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces 2019 Nebraska Leopold Conservation Award Recipient
4/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Andrew C. Butler to the District Court of the Ninth Judicial District
4/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Joel B. Jay to the County Court of the Eleventh Judicial District
4/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Slams Revenue Committee’s Plan as “Largest Tax Increase” in Nebraska History
4/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Corrections Officer Union Agree to New Pay Plan
4/17/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Urges the Legislature to Ditch Plans to Tax Gas Stations
4/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Tells the Legislature: “Keep Your Paws Off of Pet Healthcare”
4/12/2019 - Four Nominees Forwarded for County Court Judge Vacancy in the Fourth Judicial District
4/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts to Legislature: “Don’t Tax Working Families Out of House and Home!”
4/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Meets with Consul General of Israel
4/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Extends Emergency Relief Executive Orders
4/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, State and Federal Officials Provide Updates on Flood Relief and New Severe Weather
4/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints David J. Partsch to the County Court of the Second Judicial District
4/10/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Encourage Nebraskans to Volunteer with Flood Relief Efforts during National Volunteer Week
4/10/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Encourages Businesses to Apply for 2019 Governor’s Wellness Award
4/8/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims “Lineworkers Appreciation Day” in Nebraska
4/5/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Bill Merging Agencies to Create New Department of Environment & Energy
4/5/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Recognizes Outstanding Ag Youth at Nebraska FFA Convention
4/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks President Trump for Initial $25 Million in Federal Emergency Relief Funds to Repair Damaged Infrastructure
4/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Urges the Army Corps to Put “People First”
4/3/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Decries Proposed Food, Bottled Water Taxes as “Reverse Robin Hood”
4/1/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims Statewide Day of Prayer, First Lady Urges Nebraskans to Volunteer
4/1/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Bill Updating Nebraska’s Civics Education Standards
4/1/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Ethanol Board Urge Timely Approval of Year-Round E15

2019 - March

3/29/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Honors Veterans on National Vietnam War Veterans Day
3/28/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates 2019 Nebraska Mother of the Year
3/28/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Issues New Executive Order for Locate Request Flexibility
3/26/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks University President Dr. Hank Bounds for Service to Nebraska
3/25/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Thank Nebraskans, Broadcasters for “#NebraskaStrong Drive for Flood Relief”
3/21/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Unveils New “Nebraska Strong” Relief Website
3/21/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks President Trump for Federal Disaster Declaration
3/20/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Two Executive Orders Waiving Certain Requirements for Trip Permits & Deceased Livestock
3/20/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Joins Vice President Pence to Assess Flood Damage, Thank First Responders
3/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Submits Expedited Request for Federal Disaster Assistance
3/18/2019 - Three Nominees Forwarded for County Court Judge Vacancy in the Eleventh Judicial District
3/16/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Sen. Sasse Visit Fremont, Niobrara, & Lynch as State Supports Flooding Response
3/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Temporarily Waives Hauling Requirements
3/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Speaker Scheer Survey Historic Flooding as the State Assists with Response
3/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, State Agencies Urge Caution as Devastating Flooding, Weather Impacts Continue
3/15/2019 - Two Nominees Forwarded for District Court Judge Vacancy in the Ninth Judicial District
3/13/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, State Agencies Urge Caution as Severe Weather, Flooding Continues
3/13/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Ethanol Board Comment on Proposed E15 Rule
3/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Emergency Declaration as Nebraska Prepares for Potential Historic Flooding
3/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Occupational Licensing Reform Legislation
3/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, University Comment on USDA Announcement
3/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Three Bills for Military Families & Veterans
3/8/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Airbnb Bill
3/6/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Farmers, Ranchers, and Ag Leaders for 31st Annual Governor’s Ag Conference
3/5/2019 - Three Nominees Forwarded for County Court Judge Vacancy in the Second Judicial District
3/5/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Third Consecutive Governor’s Cup Win
3/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Craft Brewers Urge State Lawmakers to “Raises Glasses, Not Taxes”
3/1/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
3/1/2019 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statehood Day Statement

2019 - February

2/28/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Revised Revenue Forecast
2/28/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Nebraska’s First ICATT Apprenticeship Program
2/22/2019 - Gov. Ricketts to Serve on the Council of Governors
2/22/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on President Trump’s New Pro-Life Policy
2/21/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Addresses the USDA’s 95th Annual Agricultural Outlook Forum
2/20/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims “FFA Week” in Nebraska
2/19/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Leads Second Trade Mission to Mexico
2/15/2019 - Governor Ricketts’ Presidents’ Day Statement
2/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Recognized by Nebraskans Embracing Life
2/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on January Tax Receipts
2/13/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes Google to the Silicon Prairie
2/13/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Craft Brewers to Host “Raise Glasses, Not Taxes” Events Across Nebraska on March 1st
2/13/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
2/12/2019 - Gov. Ricketts: Committee Vote to Strip Pro-Life Budget Provision is “Appalling”
2/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Accelerated Construction Timeline for Lincoln South Beltway
2/8/2019 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Former U.S. Congressman John Dingell, Jr.
2/8/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Calls New York Congresswoman’s Plan to Abolish Beef Production “Shockingly Ignorant”
2/8/2019 - Nebraskans Support Military Retirement Tax Relief
2/7/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Names Crime Commission Executive Director
2/6/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Praises President Trump’s State of the Union Address
2/5/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Library Commission Announce New Library Makerspaces
2/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces New Unemployment Insurance Tax Relief

2019 - January

1/31/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Library Commission Highlight $44,800 in Internship Grants Awarded to Nebraska Public Libraries
1/30/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Opens 2019 Nebraska Developing Youth Talent Initiative Grant Application Process
1/30/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Matt Mason as New State Poet
1/28/2019 - Nebraskans Oppose Legislative Legalization of Marijuana
1/28/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Schedule for 31st Annual Governor’s Ag Conference in Kearney
1/25/2019 - Coach Tom Osborne, Nebraskans Oppose LB 110 & Legislative Legalization of Marijuana
1/24/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Leads Walk to Encourage Wellness
1/24/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates School Choice Week
1/22/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Names “Customer-Oriented” Leader as Next Health & Human Services CEO
1/20/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Cuts Ribbon on Rural Workforce Housing in Wakefield
1/20/2019 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Seward
1/20/2019 - Gov. Ricketts’ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Statement
1/18/2019 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Beatrice
1/16/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Sen. Sasse’s Resolution on Religious Freedom
1/16/2019 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Delivers 2019 State of the State Address
1/16/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on December Tax Receipts
1/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Delivers 2019 State of the State Address
1/15/2019 - Top 10 Things You Need to Know about Gov. Ricketts' "Nebraskans First" Budget & Legislative Initiatives
1/15/2019 - Gov. Ricketts' State of the State Address
1/14/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims “Religious Freedom Day"
1/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Highlight Human Trafficking Awareness Month
1/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Sworn-In for Second Term and Delivers Inaugural Address
1/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts' Second Inaugural Address
1/11/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Delivers Second Inaugural Address
1/7/2019 - Gov. Ricketts, Higher Education Leaders Propose New Jobs and Education Initiatives
1/4/2019 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Plan to Expand Military Retirement Tax Relief

2018 - December

12/31/2019 - Gov. Ricketts’ New Year Statement
12/28/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
12/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Slama in LD1
12/24/2018 - Gov. Ricketts’ Christmas Statement
12/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Farm Bill Signing, Proposed SNAP Work Requirements
12/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Ryan C. Carson to the District Court of the Ninth Judicial District
12/20/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Honors State Patrol’s Successes in Protecting Nebraska’s Communities
12/20/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Nebraska’s Population Growth
12/19/2018 - State Offices to Close December 24th to Observe Christmas Eve
12/17/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints La Grone in LD49
12/17/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Names Human Resources Chief as Administrative Services Director
12/17/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska National Guard Celebrate National Guard’s 382nd Birthday
12/12/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Celebrate Major Child Welfare Grant, Bring Up Nebraska Successes
12/12/2018 - Two Nominees Forwarded for District Court Judge Vacancy in the Ninth Judicial District
12/12/2018 - Gov. Ricketts to Serve Trump Administration on Trade Advisory Committee
12/11/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Next Steps on WOTUS Repeal
12/7/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Praises Federal Grant for US 75 from Murray to Plattsmouth
12/4/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Sherman County as Newest Nebraska Livestock Friendly County
12/3/2018 - State Offices to Close December 5th to Observe National Day of Mourning for Former President George H.W. Bush
12/3/2018 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Former President George H.W. Bush

2018 - November

11/30/2018 - Media Release: Gov. Ricketts Applauds EPA’s 2019 RFS Blending Levels
11/30/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Praises Signing of United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
11/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Department of Motor Vehicles Announce Service Improvements, Slashing Wait Times for Customer Visits
11/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts’ Thanksgiving Statement
11/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, ServeNebraska Applaud Report Noting Nebraska’s Outstanding Spirit of Volunteerism
11/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Bio Industry Leaders Host Nebraska Biotech Connector Ribbon-Cutting
11/16/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Michael E. Piccolo to the District Court of the Eleventh Judicial District
11/14/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Two Nebraska Employers on Earning HIRE Vets Medallion Awards
11/13/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, State Agencies Spotlight Behavioral Health Resources for Schools
11/9/2018 - Gov. Ricketts’ Veterans Day Statement
11/9/2018 - Media Release: Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Crime Commission Executive Director on Retirement
11/8/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Seeks Applicants for Legislative District 1 and 49 Seats
11/8/2018 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Thousand Oaks Tragedy
11/2/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates the Office of the Chief Information Officer on National Recognition
11/2/2018 - Gov. Ricketts: Nebraska Ready to Send More Troops to the Border
11/1/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Praises President Trump's Commitment to Nebraska's Workers, Highlights Workforce Initiatives
11/1/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Administrative Services Leadership Transition

2018 - October

2018 - September

9/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Hails News of U.S.-Japan Trade Negotiations as “Big Growth Opportunity”
9/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Names State Fire Marshal
9/26/2018 - Four Nominees Forwarded for County Court Judge Vacancy in the Third Judicial District
9/25/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes EPA Approval of E-30 Pilot for State of Nebraska Vehicles
9/25/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates President Trump on the New U.S. Trade Deal with South Korea
9/25/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Launches Governor’s Cup Thank You Tour
9/25/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds President Trump’s New U.S. Trade Deal with South Korea
9/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces National Search for Next Health and Human Services CEO
9/18/2018 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Farm Bureau to Host Town Hall in Scottsbluff
9/18/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs “Year of the American Legion” Proclamation
9/18/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts “Welcome Home” Picnic for Recently Discharged Service Members
9/17/2018 - Gov. Ricketts’ Constitution Day Statement
9/14/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Deploys Nebraska Army National Guard Helicopters, Soldiers for Hurricane Florence Relief Operations
9/13/2018 - Two Nominees Forwarded for County Court Judge Vacancy in the Fifth Judicial District
9/12/2018 - Governor Ricketts Presides over 50th Annual Midwest U.S.-Japan Association Conference Closing Ceremonies
9/11/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Opens the 50th Annual Midwest U.S.-Japan Association Conference in Omaha
9/10/2018 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff on Patriot Day
9/7/2018 - Gov. Ricketts to host Trump Trade Officials, U.S. & Japan Leaders at the 50th Annual Midwest U.S.-Japan Association Conference in Omaha
9/7/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Farm Bureau to Host Town Hall in Pawnee City
9/7/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Farm Bureau to Host Town Hall in Nebraska City
9/5/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Cuts Ribbon on New Prairie Catalytic Facility in Columbus
9/5/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Department of Transportation-Federal Highway Administration Partnership to Deliver Infrastructure Projects More Efficiently
9/4/2018 - Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in David City
9/4/2018 - Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in York
9/4/2018 - Gov. Ricketts’ Labor Day Statement

2018 - August

8/31/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims Saturday as Scott Frost Day in Nebraska
8/27/2018 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor U.S. Senator John McCain
8/27/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks President Trump for Disaster Declaration
8/27/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Mexico Trade Deal
8/27/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on the Passing of U.S. Senator John McCain
8/27/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Cuts Ribbon on State-of-the-Art Central Nebraska Veterans’ Home
8/24/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Delegation Complete Successful Trade Mission to Mexico
8/23/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks Health & Human Services CEO for Helping Transform Services for Nebraskans
8/23/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Urges Business & Ag Leaders to Join the 50th Annual Midwest U.S.-Japan Association Conference in Omaha
8/20/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
8/20/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Submits Comments on EPA RFS Volumes Proposal
8/20/2018 - Governor’s Trade Delegation Returns from Vietnam
8/16/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Recognizes Nebraska Companies Featured on the 2018 Inc. 5000 List
8/15/2018 - Governor’s Office Encouraging Nominations for Outstanding Volunteers for ServeNebraska’s 2018 Step Forward Awards
8/15/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes Marcel Pika to the State Capitol
8/14/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Honors 2018 Recipients of the Governor’s Wellness Award
8/13/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Requests Federal Disaster Declaration
8/13/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Seward County as Newest Nebraska Livestock Friendly County
8/8/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Unveils Strategic Plan for International Engagement
8/8/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Availability of Birth Certificates for Pre-Birth Deaths, Miscarriages
8/8/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Honors Purple Heart Recipients on Purple Heart Day
8/6/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Christina M. Marroquin to the District Court of the Fifth Judicial District

2018 - July

7/30/2018 - Governor Ricketts Announces Rural Broadband Task Force Members
7/30/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Honors Veterans on National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day
7/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Japanese Delegation & Strengthens Ties Between Nebraska, Hyogo Prefecture
7/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Polk County as Newest Nebraska Livestock Friendly County
7/19/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Fire Marshal, Energy Office Director Transitions
7/19/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Furnas County as Newest Nebraska Livestock Friendly County
7/16/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Col. Bolduc Honor Troopers for Medicine Relay
7/13/2018 - Gov. Ricketts: Revenue Trend a Sign of Growing Incomes
7/13/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Third Annual Economic Development Summit
7/11/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Nebraska’s Improved Standing in National Healthcare Ranking
7/11/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Health and Human Services Unveil Third Annual Business Plan and Priority Initiatives
7/10/2018 - Gov. Ricketts: Health and Human Service’s Second Annual Business Plan Delivered Better Service for Clients, Taxpayers
7/10/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights 100-Year Anniversary of Army Warrant Officer Corps
7/6/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Public Health Director’s Retirement
7/6/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Record Transportation Investment for 2019
7/3/2018 - Gov. Ricketts’ Independence Day Statement
7/3/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Health and Human Services Highlight Child Welfare Task Force Goals, Initial Successes
7/3/2018 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Annapolis Tragedy
7/2/2018 - Three Nominees Forwarded for District Court Judge Vacancy in the Fifth Judicial District
7/2/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks President Trump for Disaster Declaration

2018 - June

6/28/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Disaster Declaration Following Sustained Severe Weather
6/28/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Encourages Ag Producers, Agribusinesses to Sign Up for Trade Mission to Mexico
6/27/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Surveys Northeast Nebraska Flooding as the State Assists with Response
6/27/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Ethanol Board Comment on EPA RFS Volumes Proposal
6/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Invites Nebraskans to Register for 3rd Annual Summit on Economic Development
6/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes Autonomous Vehicle Technology to Nebraska
6/22/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Addresses American Legion Convention in Kearney
6/22/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces 2018 Developing Youth Talent Initiative Grant Recipients
6/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Addresses SelectUSA Summit
6/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts: New Sales Tax Revenue Must Provide Property Tax Relief
6/21/2018 - Lt. Gov. Foley Applauds New Apprenticeship Program
6/20/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs New Law Protecting Nebraskans with Disabilities in Custody Cases
6/20/2018 - Governor Ricketts, Japan’s Consul General Highlight New University-Kewpie Partnership
6/18/2018 - Gov. Ricketts: Secure the Border, Keep Families and Children Together
6/18/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Names John R. Freudenberg to the Supreme Court
6/15/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Adult Protective Services Team Highlight Elder Abuse Awareness Day
6/11/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes WWII Veteran to Nebraska
6/8/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Visits Boys and Girls State Delegates
6/6/2018 - Media Release: Gov. Ricketts Applauds Heartland Expressway Grant from U.S. DOT
6/6/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Visits ACCESSNebraska to Highlight Great Customer Service
6/5/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Dairy Month, Highlights Opportunities for Processers
6/1/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Visits Labor Department to Thank Teammates for Delivering Results for Nebraskans

2018 - May

5/31/2018 - Gov. Ricketts’ Leadership is Growing Renewable Fuels in Nebraska
5/29/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts NeMAC Signing Day Event
5/29/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Behavioral Health Leaders Highlight System of Care Successes
5/25/2018 - Gov. Ricketts’ Memorial Day Statement & Flag Status Notice
5/25/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Special Adviser to Japan’s Prime Minister Abe
5/24/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks State Patrol for Busting Drugs
5/24/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes Indonesia’s Consul General to Nebraska
5/24/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces SBA Administrator Linda McMahon to Address Economic Development Summit
5/23/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Interagency Collaboration on Reentry Workforce Academy
5/23/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Scott Kracl on Senate Confirmation as U.S. Marshal for the District of Nebraska
5/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Promotes Safe Driving Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
5/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Cuts Ribbon on New Flex Fuel Pumps in Grand Island to Highlight Renewable Fuels Month
5/18/2018 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Texas Tragedy
5/17/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Secretary Sonny Perdue in Alliance
5/17/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims May as General Aviation Appreciation Month in Nebraska
5/14/2018 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for Peace Officers Memorial Day
5/14/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Education Department Recognize 22 High School Students for Top ACT Scores
5/10/2018 - Three Nominees Forwarded for Supreme Court Judge Vacancy in the Sixth Judicial District
5/9/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Major Occupational Licensing Reform Package
5/9/2018 - Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Crete
5/9/2018 - Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Geneva
5/7/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Beef Month in Nebraska
5/7/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces International Trade Mission to Mexico
5/7/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Keidanren Delegation to Grow the Nebraska-Japan Relationship
5/4/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on the Passing of Former First Lady Ruth Thone
5/2/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Educational Improvement Legislation
5/1/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Economic Development Announce Rural Workforce Housing Fund Recipients
5/1/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Visits Facebook, LinkedIn, and i2c Headquarters as Silicon Prairie Grows

2018 - April

4/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Bottle Club Licensing Measure
4/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Nebraska Leads the Nation in Two Major Financial Health Measures
4/25/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Goes “Face to Face” to Highlight Cultural Changes in State Corrections
4/23/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Nebraska Boy Scouts for Report to the State
4/23/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Veto to Protect Ranchers
4/23/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Sen. Murante Highlight Bill Streamlining Speed Limits in Nebraska
4/20/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces 2018 Nebraska Leopold Conservation Award Recipient
4/20/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims Rodeo Week in Nebraska
4/18/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes South Korea’s Consul-General to Nebraska
4/18/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Animal Massage Occupational Licensing Reform Bill
4/18/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs New Pro-Life Legislation Creating Commemorative Certificates
4/18/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Meets with Trade Delegation from Kenya
4/18/2018 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Former First Lady Barbara Bush
4/18/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on the Passing of Former First Lady Barbara Bush
4/18/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Tax Relief for Nebraskans on National Tax Day
4/14/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Emergency Declaration to Aid Blizzard Response
4/13/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on March Revenue Report
4/13/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Legislation Expanding Healthcare Options
4/13/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Ethanol Board Advocate for a Robust RFS
4/13/2018 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts’ Leadership on International Trade is Growing Nebraska
4/12/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Visits White House for Roundtable on Agriculture & International Trade
4/11/2018 - Media Release: Gov. Ricketts Appoints Chad Brown to the Separate Juvenile Court of Douglas County
4/11/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Breaks Ground on Expansion for National High School Finals Rodeo
4/10/2018 - Fox News Highlights Gov. Ricketts’ First-in-the-Nation Reemployment Program
4/10/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Nomination of Scott Kracl as U.S. Marshal for the District of Nebraska
4/10/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes Israel’s Minister of Agriculture to Nebraska
4/9/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Approval of Opportunity Zones
4/8/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Nebraska Ag Youth at FFA Convention
4/4/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Spending Reductions, Pro-Life Budget Language
4/4/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Approves Major Opioid Abuse Prevention Measure
4/4/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Property Tax Relief Debate
4/3/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Kicks Off Community Development Week
4/3/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates the Elks’ 150th Anniversary

2018 - March

3/30/2018 - Gov. Ricketts’ Easter Statement
3/30/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Positive Outcomes from Department of Insurance
3/29/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Honors Veterans on National Vietnam Veterans Day
3/29/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights State’s Successes in Growing Economic Opportunities for Nebraskans
3/28/2018 - Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Wahoo
3/28/2018 - Lt. Gov. Foley Announces Platte County as Newest Nebraska Livestock Friendly County
3/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Japan’s Consul-General
3/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Unifies Support for Major Tax Relief with Farm, Business Groups
3/26/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Sign-Ups for the 2018 Governor’s Wellness Award
3/23/2018 - Gov. Ricketts on Budget Vote: Senators Putting Nebraska’s Child Welfare System at Risk
3/22/2018 - Understanding the Revised Property Tax Cuts and Opportunities Act
3/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Vetoes Bill which Sets Aside Penalties for Murders, Human Trafficking
3/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Budget Debate
3/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Jonathan J. Papik to the Supreme Court
3/21/2018 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Justice John F. Wright
3/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Revenue Committee Work Together to Move Property Tax Relief Forward
3/20/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Revenue Committee for Advancing Major Property Tax Relief
3/19/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Justice Wright’s Passing
3/19/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Approves Teacher’s License Flexibility for Military Families
3/16/2018 - Five Nominees Forwarded for Judge Vacancy for the Separate Juvenile Court in Douglas County
3/16/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Urges President Trump to Support a Strong RFS
3/15/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces National Ag Week Visits
3/15/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on February Revenue Report
3/13/2018 - Four Nominees Forwarded for Supreme Court Judge Vacancy in the Fourth Judicial District
3/13/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Canada’s Deputy Ambassador
3/13/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Second Consecutive “Governor’s Cup” Victory
3/12/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Promotes Nebraska Horse Trails at Trail Riding Expo
3/8/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Receives Awards for Leadership in Growing Agriculture
3/8/2018 - Nebraska Leaders Honor Former Gov. Charles Thone
3/7/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Grant for Lincoln South Beltway
3/7/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on LB 44 Advancement
3/5/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Lt. Gov. Foley Honor Service Dog on Animal Hall of Fame Recognition Day
3/2/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore Thank Nebraskans for a Successful Nebraska150 Celebration
3/1/2018 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Rev. Billy Graham
3/1/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Accepts Award Recognizing Nebraska’s Work on Mental Health
3/1/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Occupational Licensing Reform for Nebraska Abstracters
3/1/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Revised Revenue Forecast

2018 - February

2/28/2018 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statehood Day Statement
2/27/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Nebraska’s Big Jump in Annual U.S. News and World Report “Best States” Ranking
2/27/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs “Statehood Day” Proclamation at Omaha School
2/22/2018 - Nebraska, Colorado State Officials Announce Republican River Settlement
2/22/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Kawasaki on New York Subway Car Contract
2/22/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Opens 2018 Nebraska Developing Youth Talent Initiative Grant Application Process
2/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims “FFA Week” in Nebraska
2/21/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Rev. Billy Graham’s Passing
2/20/2018 - State Officials, Groups Announce Support for Pro-Life Budget Initiative
2/19/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces UNL AD Bill Moos as a 2018 Governor’s Ag Conference Speaker
2/16/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Names New Director of the Division of Medicaid & Long-Term Care
2/16/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Releases Presidents’ Day Statement
2/16/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Nebraska’s Relief Efforts following Hurricanes Harvey & Irma
2/16/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Joe Kelly on Senate Confirmation as U.S. Attorney for Nebraska
2/15/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on January Revenue Report
2/15/2018 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Florida Tragedy
2/14/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Common Sense Occupational Licensing Reform Legislation
2/13/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Significant Increase in Nebraska Beef, Pork Exports in 2017
2/12/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Visits White House for President Trump’s Infrastructure Announcement
2/6/2018 - Q&A on Understanding Title X Reform
2/5/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Schedule for 30th Governor’s Ag Conference
2/1/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Ag Leaders Congratulate Nebraska’s Cattlemen on Growth of Nebraska Herd
2/1/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, State Agencies Applaud Launch of SNAP Reemployment Program in Norfolk
2/1/2018 - Support for Governor Ricketts’ Property Tax Cuts & Opportunities Act

2018 - January

1/29/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Leads Walk to Encourage Wellness
1/29/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights NE Registered Apprenticeship Programs
1/25/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Names Lawrence Welch, Jr. to Fifth Judicial District Court of Appeals
1/23/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Attorney General Peterson Unveil Endangered Missing Advisory System
1/22/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, State Agencies Urge Nebraskans to Monitor Weather Conditions
1/18/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Red Willow as Newest Livestock Friendly County
1/17/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska State Patrol Highlight Success of new Online Renewal Process for Concealed Handgun Permits
1/17/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Names Nathan Cox to Second Judicial District Judgeship
1/16/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Sen. Murante Announce Speed Limit Proposal
1/16/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims “Religious Freedom Day”
1/16/2018 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Lexington
1/16/2018 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in McCook for the State of the State Fly Around
1/16/2018 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Host Town Hall in Hastings
1/16/2018 - Gov. Ricketts’ Martin Luther King Jr. Day Statement
1/12/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on December Revenue Report
1/12/2018 - Governor’s Trade Delegation Returns from South Korea
1/11/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Proposes Tax Reform for Nebraska’s Hardworking Families and Ag Producers
1/11/2018 - Video Release: Gov. Ricketts Delivers the State of the State Address
1/11/2018 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Delivers State of the State Address
1/10/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Sen. Smith Propose Tax Reform Framework with the Nebraska Property Tax Cuts and Opportunity Act
1/10/2018 - Governor Ricketts' State of the State Address
1/10/2018 - Gov. Ricketts and Nebraska Ag Director Congratulate Senator Fischer on Appointment to Senate Ag Committee
1/9/2018 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Scottsbluff for the State of the State Fly Around
1/9/2018 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in North Platte for the State of the State Fly Around
1/9/2018 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Grand Island for the State of the State Fly Around
1/8/2018 - Gov. Ricketts to Propose Pro-Life Initiative
1/8/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Veterans’ Affairs Announce Pay Increase for Staff Care Technicians
1/8/2018 - Gov. Ricketts Announces New Maternity Leave Donation Program for State Teammates
1/5/2018 - Gov. Ricketts, Center of Operational Excellence Celebrate First Anniversary of Process Improvement Training Initiative

2017 - December

12/29/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ New Year Statement
12/29/2017 - Governor’s Office Releases Nebraska State Patrol Reform Update
12/22/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Success of Yangling-Based Demonstration Farm
12/22/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Christmas Statement
12/22/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Visits NE National Guard at Guantanamo Bay
12/21/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Nebraska’s Population Growth
12/20/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska National Guard Marks National Guard’s 381st Birthday
12/20/2017 - Two Nominees Forwarded for Court of Appeals Judge Vacancy in the Fifth Judicial District
12/18/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Collaboration between Environmental Quality Agency and City of Lincoln
12/15/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Honors Nebraska Air National Guard’s 155th Air Refueling Wing for Earning 13th U.S. Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
12/13/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Steve Grasz on Senate Confirmation to the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals
12/12/2017 - Gov. Ricketts: State Agencies Achieving Operational Goals, Reducing Headcount
12/8/2017 - Nebraska Leads Nation in Beef Exports to China
12/7/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Honors Nebraska’s Pearl Harbor Survivors with Proclamation
12/6/2017 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Pearl Harbor Day
12/5/2017 - Nebraska’s Ag Leaders Congratulate Nebraska’s 27th Ag Director
12/4/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Names Family Farmer as Director of Agriculture

2017 - November

11/30/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Commodity Boards Praise Trump Administration’s Final EPA RFS Volumes
11/29/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Launches New Pay for Performance Plan
11/29/2017 - Three Nominees Forwarded for District Judge Vacancy in the Second Judicial District
11/27/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Unveils “Choose Life” License Plate Design
11/22/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Thanksgiving Statement
11/22/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Visits NE Blue Ribbon Schools
11/17/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Agreement with Bulgarian Soybean Processers
11/16/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Officials Support Federal Tax Reform
11/15/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Economic Development Director
11/14/2017 - Photo Release: Lt. Gov. Foley Visits China to Grow Nebraska-China Trade Relationship
11/13/2017 - Photo Release: Lt. Gov. Foley Signs Memorandum of Understanding in China
11/11/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Veterans Day Statement
11/8/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Mark E. Treinen to OPPD Board of Directors
11/7/2017 - Video Release: Gov. Ricketts Delivers Address on Limited Government at Hillsdale College
11/6/2017 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Texas Shooting
11/3/2017 - Gov. Ricketts: Courts Proper Approach on Online Sales Tax Issue

2017 - October

10/31/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Hosts Inaugural Council for International Relations Meeting
10/31/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Ibach at USDA Under Secretary Swearing-In Ceremony
10/30/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Seeks Applicants for Agriculture, Economic Development Directors to Grow Nebraska
10/30/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, State Agencies Highlight Customer Service and Operational Excellence Successes
10/30/2017 - First Lady to Headline Child Welfare Innovation Event
10/30/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Orders Budget Restraint as Forecast Falls Again
10/27/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Economic Development Director on Outstanding Service
10/27/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Greg Ibach on USDA Confirmation
10/24/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Czech Republic Ambassador to the United States
10/23/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes EPA Administrator Pruitt to Nebraska
10/20/2017 - Nebraska Corrections Transformation Highlights Timeline, Report
10/19/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Selects Thibodeau for LD6 Appointment
10/13/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on September Revenue Report
10/13/2017 - Governor’s Office, Health and Human Services Augment Medicaid Leadership Search
10/13/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Deploys National Guard Unit to U.S. Virgin Islands for Hurricane Recovery Operations
10/13/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Unveils Library Innovation Studios Makerspace Partnership
10/11/2017 - Governor’s Office Comments on Union’s Refusal to Implement State Patrol Reforms
10/11/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Clean Power Plan Rollback
10/10/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Concludes his Manufacturing Tour of Nebraska
10/5/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Investment from Ontario-Based Agri-Plastics in Sidney
10/4/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Japanese Beef Tariff Impact
10/3/2017 - Lt. Gov. Foley Announces Thurston County as Newest Nebraska Livestock Friendly County
10/2/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Names Michelle Y. Andahl as Sarpy County Election Commissioner
10/2/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, State Chamber to Celebrate Manufacturing Month in Nebraska
10/2/2017 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Las Vegas Shooting

2017 - September

9/28/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Attends 15th Tri-State Governors’ Conference
9/25/2017 - Gov. Ricketts and First Lady Shore Launch New Child Welfare Initiative
9/22/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Seeks Applicants for OPPD Board of Directors Seat
9/22/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Andrea D. Miller to 12th Judicial District Vacancy
9/20/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Shore to “Salute the Good Life” Friday, Sept. 22 in Lincoln
9/20/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims Hunting and Fishing Day
9/19/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Honors 2017 Recipients of the Governor’s Wellness Award
9/18/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Visits Hyogo Prefecture and Japanese Manufacturers on Final Day of Trade Mission
9/18/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Concludes Successful International Trade Mission to Japan
9/15/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Constitution Day Statement
9/15/2017 - Lt. Governor Recognizes Volunteers and Communities with Be Prepared Awards
9/15/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Visits Shizuoka Prefecture and Tours Shizuki Electric Company on Fourth Day of Trade Mission
9/14/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Visits with JETRO on Expanding Trade with Japan on Third Day of Trade Mission
9/13/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Pork Agreement During Japan Trade Mission
9/13/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Touts Nebraska’s Beef and Tourism on Second Day of Trade Mission to Japan
9/12/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts, Prime Minister Abe of Japan Meet in Tokyo
9/12/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Kicks Off First Day of Nebraska Trade Mission to Japan
9/11/2017 - Governor’s Office Issues Executive Order on Hurricanes Harvey & Irma
9/10/2017 - Nebraska National Guard Deploying Helicopters & Soldiers for Hurricane Irma Relief Operations
9/8/2017 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff on Patriot Day
9/8/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Recognizes Parole Team on Receiving National Award
9/7/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints New Nebraska Tourism Commission Board
9/7/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints State Patrol Superintendent
9/7/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Kale B. Burdick to Eighth Judicial District County Judgeship
9/7/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, State Agencies Launch Columbus Area SNAP Reemployment Program
9/7/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints PaTricia A. Freeman to Second Judicial District County Judgeship
9/6/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Seeks Applicants for Legislative District 6 Seat
9/5/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds White House Collaboration with Nebraska Transportation Officials
9/1/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Ag Director Ibach on Forthcoming USDA Nomination
9/1/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Labor Day Statement
9/1/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Attends Nebraska State Fair
9/1/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates First Recipients of NE’s Dual-Agency Economic Opportunity Program

2017 - August

8/28/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Presents Carnegie Medal to Four Nebraskans
8/28/2017 - Nebraska National Guard Deploys Helicopters, Crews to Texas to Support Ongoing Hurricane Harvey Relief Operations
8/28/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Hall County as Newest Nebraska Livestock Friendly County
8/25/2017 - Three Nominees Forwarded for County Judge Vacancy in the Second Judicial District
8/24/2017 - Gov. Ricketts and Nebraska150 Celebration Announce the New Season of “Now You Know Nebraska” Videos
8/23/2017 - Three Nominees Forwarded for County Judge Vacancy in the Eighth Judicial District
8/22/2017 - State of Nebraska Leadership Thanks CSG Justice Center for Facilitating Justice Reinvestment
8/22/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Meets with U.S. Secretary of Transportation Chao
8/22/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Visits Carhenge to View Eclipse
8/21/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Implementation of Justice Reinvestment Initiatives by Corrections
8/21/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Sends Team to Parole Summit
8/21/2017 - Governor's Office Update: Gov. Ricketts Pushes for Expanded Trade with Canada, NAFTA Partners
8/21/2017 - Two Nominees Forwarded for Judge Vacancy in the 12th Judicial District
8/21/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Matthew R. Kahler to Separate Juvenile Court for Douglas County Judgeship
8/18/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Recognizes Nebraska Companies Featured on Inc. 5000 List
8/18/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Unemployment Rate Milestone
8/17/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Ag Director Celebrate Opening of Argentina to U.S Pork
8/16/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Value-Added Ag Investment Successes, Growth Strategies
8/16/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Prisons Lawsuit
8/15/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Trade Leaders Outline Principles for NAFTA Modernization
8/15/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on July Tax Receipts Shortfall
8/14/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Trade Delegation Return from Canadian Trade Mission
8/11/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Producers Promote Agriculture during Canada Trade Mission
8/10/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Kicks Off Trade Mission to Canada
8/10/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Highlights NAFTA’s Positive Economic Impacts during Canada Trade Mission
8/8/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Begins Trade Mission to Canada
8/4/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on Former Nebraskan Imprisoned in Congo
8/4/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Nomination of Omaha Attorney Steve Grasz to the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals
8/4/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Chief Human Resources Officer Release State Patrol Review Report
8/2/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Thanks President Trump for Disaster Declaration
8/2/2017 - Tom Osborne, Clayton Anderson to join Gov. Ricketts on “Nebraska150 Express” Tour
8/1/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds EPA Support for the RFS

2017 - July

7/31/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, State Agencies Outline Preparations for the Great American Eclipse
7/28/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Japan Beef Tariff Increase
7/27/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, DHHS Release Second Annual Business Plan and Priority Initiatives
7/24/2017 - Gov. Ricketts: DHHS “Delivered” on First-Ever Business Plan
7/24/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Nebraska’s Fast Job Growth
7/17/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Unveils Program Connecting SNAP Clients to Better Job Opportunities
7/14/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Endicott Clay Expansion to Meet Market Demand
7/14/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Tax Receipts Shortfall in Fiscal Year 2016-17
7/14/2017 - Gov. Ricketts hosts 400+ Nebraskans at 2nd Annual Governor’s Summit on Economic Development
7/14/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Temporarily Waives Hauling Requirements
7/13/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Launches Council to Grow Nebraska through International Trade
7/11/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Launches Governor’s Cup Thank You Tour
7/7/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Names State Patrol Superintendent Search Committee
7/6/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Launches Review to Cut Unnecessary Red Tape, Make State Government More Customer-Friendly
7/6/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on EPA RFS Volumes Proposal
7/5/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Independence Day Statement

2017 - June

6/30/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Children and Family Services Leadership Transition
6/30/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Relieves State Patrol Colonel of Duty, Places Top Staff on Administrative Leave
6/30/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Launches Department of Transportation
6/29/2017 - Eight Nominees Forwarded for Judge Vacancy for the Separate Juvenile Court Judge, Douglas County
6/29/2017 - President Trump, Gov. Ricketts Discuss Nebraska Energy Innovation during White House Roundtable
6/27/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Ag Director to Celebrate Arrival of Nebraska Beef in China
6/27/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Ag & Business Groups Applaud WOTUS Repeal
6/26/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces 2017 Nebraska Developing Youth Talent Initiative Grant Awards
6/26/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Nebraska State Patrol Agency Review
6/20/2017 - Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Costco Investment in Fremont
6/20/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces International Trade Mission to Canada
6/20/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Issues DAPA Guidance to State Agencies
6/19/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Business-Friendly Ranking for Nebraska
6/19/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Local Leaders Cheer Economic Impact of Costco’s First Poultry Processing Facility
6/19/2017 - Response Continuing for Damage Sustained in Friday Evening Storms
6/19/2017 - Panhandle Tornado Relief Update
6/19/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on WOTUS Rollback
6/15/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on May Tax Receipts
6/14/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Launches County Bridge Match Program in Broken Bow
6/14/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Ag Director Join Greater Omaha Packing to Load First Beef Shipment to China
6/12/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady launch NE150 Celebration’s “Nebraska Experience” Program
6/12/2017 - Nebraska Earns Awards for Reemployment Program, Employer Information Exchange System
6/5/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Two Staff Transitions

2017 - May

5/26/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Memorial Day Statement & Flag Status Notice
5/23/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Education Department Recognize 17 High School Students for Top ACT and SAT Scores
5/23/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Education Department Recognize 17 High School Students for Top ACT and SAT Scores
5/18/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Second International Trade Mission to Japan
5/18/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Kawasaki Unveil Company’s First Aerostructures Production Line in U.S.
5/17/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Appropriations Committee Budget Veto Override Recommendations
5/16/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Ag Industry Groups Highlight Importance of U.S.-Mexico Trade Relationship
5/16/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Novozymes Unveil $36 Million Investment in Blair
5/15/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Vetoes $56.5 Million in Spending to Protect the Budget
5/15/2017 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for Peace Officers Memorial Day
5/12/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Vetoes $11 Million in Spending to Protect the Budget
5/12/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds News that China Plans to Reopen Market to American Beef
5/12/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
5/11/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Calls Tax Receipts Disinformation “Irresponsible”
5/11/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims May as Renewable Fuels Month in Nebraska
5/10/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Nebraska’s Improvement in Chief Executive Rankings
5/10/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Declining Tax Revenues
5/10/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Medicaid Division Leadership Transition
5/10/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Approval of 1,000+ Online Stormwater Construction Permits
5/8/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Launches New Behavioral Health Crisis Response Initiative
5/8/2017 - Governor Ricketts Proclaims May is Beef Month in Nebraska
5/3/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Risky Budget Maneuver
5/3/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Tax Reform Bill Vote

2017 - April

4/27/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Vetoes Bill Granting Voting Rights to Newly-Released Felons
4/27/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Three Infrastructure Initiatives
4/27/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Fremont for a Legislative Update
4/27/2017 - Governor’s Office Comments on Teachers’ Union Demand
4/27/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Forecasting Board Meeting Projections
4/26/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Women’s Healthcare Initiatives
4/25/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Major Veterans’ Legislative Package
4/24/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces 2017 Nebraska Leopold Conservation Award Recipient
4/24/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Names Julie D. Smith to First Judicial District Judgeship
4/24/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Alfred E. Corey III to Ninth Judicial County Judgeship
4/20/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraskans Push for Tax Reform
4/17/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Easter Statement
4/14/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Valentine for a Legislative Update
4/13/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Lexington for a Legislative Update
4/12/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Pierce for a Legislative Update
4/12/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Neligh for a Legislative Update
4/11/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims Rodeo Week
4/7/2017 - Two Nominees Forwarded for County Judge Vacancy in the Ninth Judicial District
4/6/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Stephanie S. Shearer to Fourth Judicial County Judgeship
4/6/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Names John R. Freudenberg to Third Judicial District Judgeship
4/6/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Names Stefanie A. Martinez to Second Judicial District Judgeship
4/6/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Praises Tax Reform Plan Advancement
4/5/2017 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Astronaut John Glenn
4/5/2017 - Four Nominees Forwarded for District Judge Vacancy in the First Judicial District
4/5/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Pro-Life Legislation
4/5/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Welcomes Facebook to Silicon Prairie
4/4/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Facebook Investment in the Silicon Prairie
4/3/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights 100th Anniversary of WWI

2017 - March

3/31/2017 - Join Gov. Ricketts in South Sioux City for a Legislative Update
3/30/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Signs First Occupational Licensing Reforms
3/30/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Unemployment Benefits Reform
3/29/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Lincoln Zoo on Expansion
3/29/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds President's Steps to End Clean Power Plan
3/28/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Religious Freedom Legislation
3/27/2017 - Media Roundup: Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Agriculture Across Nebraska
3/24/2017 - Three Nominees Forwarded for District Judge Vacancy in the Second Judicial District
3/24/2017 - Four Nominees Forwarded for County Judge Vacancy in the Fourth Judicial District
3/24/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Keystone XL Presidential Permit
3/22/2017 - Three Nominees Forwarded for County Judge Vacancy in the Third Judicial District
3/22/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Unveils Analysis Showing Tax Proposal’s Impact
3/20/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Pierce for a Legislative Update
3/14/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on LB44 Advancement
3/13/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces National Ag Week Visits
3/13/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Kick Off American Red Cross Centennial
3/10/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Temporarily Waives Hauling Requirements
3/8/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on LB447 Advancement
3/8/2017 - Governor’s Wellness Award Application Open for 2017
3/3/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Tecumseh Incident
3/2/2017 - Nebraska Wins Prestigious Governor’s Cup for National Economic Development Success
3/2/2017 - Nebraska Celebrates 150 Years of Statehood
3/1/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on Nebraska’s 150th Birthday

2017 - February

2/28/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on WOTUS Rollback
2/28/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Alliance for a Legislative Update
2/28/2017 - Nebraska Set to Celebrate 150 Years of Statehood
2/27/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Revised Forecast
2/21/2017 - Media Roundup: Nebraskans Back Gov. Ricketts’ Tax Reform Plans
2/17/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady, and Union Pacific CEO Unveil “Nebraska150 Express” Tour
2/17/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on New Keystone XL Application
2/17/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Presidents Day Statement
2/15/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Initial Budget Cuts
2/10/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Japanese Prime Minister’s Visit with President Trump
2/10/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in North Platte for a Legislative Update
2/10/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Broken Bow for a Legislative Update
2/6/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Selects Clements for LD2 Appointment
2/6/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Sen. Brasch, and Ag Producers Call for Long-Term View on Property Tax Reform
2/3/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Schedule for this Year’s Governor’s Ag Conference
2/2/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in York for a Legislative Update
2/2/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in St. Paul for a Legislative Update
2/1/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Sends Letter to Douglas County Board Urging Tax Relief

2017 - January

1/30/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Refugee Executive Order
1/30/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Unveils Coalition Supporting Income Tax Relief
1/27/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Death Penalty Protocol
1/26/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Budget Adjustments Advancement
1/25/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Seeks Applicants for Legislative District 2 Seat
1/25/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Senator Kintner Resignation
1/24/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Keystone XL Approval
1/24/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Hastings for a Legislative Update
1/24/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Falls City for a Legislative Update
1/24/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Reveals Hiring Freeze Results
1/24/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Trans-Pacific Partnership Withdrawal
1/20/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Crete for a Legislative Update
1/20/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Seward for a Legislative Update
1/18/2017 - Media Roundup: Nebraska Editorial Boards Applaud Gov. Ricketts' Budget Plans
1/17/2017 - Gov. Ricketts’ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Statement
1/17/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on December Tax Receipts
1/12/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Chairman Smith, & Chairwoman Brasch Propose Nebraska-Style Tax Reforms
1/12/2017 - Governor Ricketts' State of the State Address
1/11/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Kearney for the State of the State Fly Around
1/11/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in McCook for the State of the State Fly Around
1/11/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Nebraska City for the State of the State Fly Around
1/11/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Lexington for the State of the State Fly Around
1/11/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Beatrice for the State of the State Fly Around
1/11/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Sidney for the State of the State Fly Around
1/11/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Broken Bow for the State of the State Fly Around
1/11/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Columbus for the State of the State Fly Around - Columbus
1/11/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Fremont for the State of the State Fly Around
1/10/2017 - Governor Ricketts’ State of the State Fly Around Schedule January 12–18, 2017
1/10/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Senators Unveil Occupational Licensing Reforms
1/9/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Sen. Murante Announce Merger of Veterans’ Agencies to Improve Customer Service
1/9/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Scottsbluff for the State of the State Fly Around
1/9/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in South Sioux City for the State of the State Fly Around
1/9/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in North Platte for the State of the State Fly Around
1/9/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Norfolk for the State of the State Fly Around
1/9/2017 - You’re Invited: Join Gov. Ricketts in Grand Island for the State of the State Fly Around
1/6/2017 - Governor Ricketts’ State of the State Fly Around Schedule: January 12–13, 2017
1/5/2017 - Governor’s Office Comments on Allotment Process
1/5/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Delivers Budget Adjustments to the Legislature
1/5/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates New Speaker of the Legislature
1/5/2017 - Gov. Ricketts Protects K12 Education Funding in Budget Adjustments
1/3/2017 - Gov. Ricketts, Center of Operational Excellence Complete Workforce Training Initiative

2016 - December

12/30/2016 - Gov. Ricketts' New Year Statement
12/28/2016 - Gov. Ricketts & First Lady Launch Nebraska 150th Birthday Celebration, Unveil Four Online Programs
12/23/2016 - Gov. Ricketts' Christmas Statement
12/22/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Names David K. Arterburn to the Nebraska Court of Appeals
12/20/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Nebraska’s Population Growth
12/19/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Accelerated Eligibility for Developmental Disabilities Services
12/19/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Health and Human Services Unveil WIC Journey
12/14/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Unemployment Insurance Tax Relief
12/9/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Astronaut John Glenn
12/8/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Names Dirk V. Block to Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Court
12/6/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Pearl Harbor Day
12/6/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Directive on Ag Land Assessments

2016 - November

11/29/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces $15 Million Saved for Nebraskans with Medicare
11/29/2016 - Lt. Governor Foley, NDA Assistant Director Travel to Israel to Promote Nebraska Ag
11/29/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Veterans Day Statement
11/29/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Thanksgiving Statement
11/15/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Trade Delegation Help Bolster Ag Exports from Nebraska to China
11/14/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Contract to Sell Preferred Popcorn in China
11/14/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Global Success of Nebraska-based Werner Enterprises
11/10/2016 - Nebraska, China’s Shaanxi Province Formalize Sister-State Relationship
11/9/2016 - Two Nominees Forwarded for Judge Vacancy for the Court of Appeals – Fourth Judicial District
11/9/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Agreement to Create Model Farm in China for Nebraska Ag Tech
11/1/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Agencies Highlight Customer-Service Improvements

2016 - October

10/31/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Names Michael A. Smith to Second Judicial District Judgeship
10/28/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Forecasting Board Meeting Projections
10/28/2016 - Four Nominees Forwarded for Judge Vacancy for the Workers’ Compensation Court
10/27/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Ag Department Tout Growing EU Beef Exports
10/26/2016 - Lt. Governor Foley Announces Colfax County as Newest Nebraska Livestock Friendly County
10/14/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on September Revenue Report
10/14/2016 - Lt. Governor Foley Announces Antelope County as Nebraska’s 40th Livestock Friendly County
10/11/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Manufacturing Day in Nebraska
10/7/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts & Sen. Williams to Hold Town Hall in Lexington
10/7/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
10/5/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Crime Commission Unveil Expansion of Victim Notification Service
10/3/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Roads Department to Highlight New Roads, Expressway Construction Priorities
10/3/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on Cabela’s Announcement

2016 - September

9/30/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Cheyenne County as Nebraska’s Newest Livestock Friendly County
9/29/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Memory of Shimon Peres
9/26/2016 - Gov. Ricketts' Statement on Christensen Retirement
9/23/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on Blue Cross Blue Shield Exit from ACA Marketplace
9/22/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Roads Department Announce Major Roads Construction Projects
9/21/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Congressman Bill Barrett
9/21/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Lauds Move by China to Resume Beef Imports
9/21/2016 - Gov. Ricketts to Announce New Roads, Expressway Construction Priorities
9/21/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on Passing of Congressman Bill Barrett
9/20/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Roads Department Unveil Selection Criteria for County Bridge Program
9/16/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Names Kevin R. McManaman to Third Judicial District Judgeship
9/16/2016 - Gov. Ricketts' Constitution Day Statement
9/16/2016 - Three Nominees Forwarded for District Judge Vacancy in the Second Judicial District
9/14/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Ag Leaders Outline Growth Strategies for Nebraska Agriculture
9/13/2016 - Lt. Governor Foley Announces York County as Nebraska’s Newest Livestock Friendly County
9/13/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Midwestern Governors Call on EPA to End E15 Barrier
9/13/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Hall in Grand Island
9/13/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Hall in Hastings
9/12/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Addresses U.S. Midwest-Japan Association Conference
9/12/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts & Sen. Bloomfield to Hold Town Hall in Wayne
9/9/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff on Patriot Day
9/8/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Potential Offutt Air Force Base Mission
9/6/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, American Red Cross Launch Prepared Communities Initiative
9/6/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Labor Day Statement
9/2/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Corrections Contract Proposal
9/2/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Obamacare Insurance Rate Hikes

2016 - August

8/29/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Honors 2016 Recipients of the Governor’s Wellness Award
8/26/2016 - Colorado, Kansas, and Nebraska Reach Consensus on Republican River Compact
8/26/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Urges Legislature, Employee Union to Support Corrections Staffing Reforms
8/25/2016 - Gov. Ricketts & Sen. Williams Postpone Town Hall in Lexington
8/23/2016 - (UPDATED) You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts & Sen. Groene to Hold Town Hall in North Platte
8/22/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Law Enforcement Agencies Highlight Training Grant
8/17/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Hall in North Platte
8/17/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts & Sen. Williams to Hold Town Hall in Lexington
8/17/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts & Sen. Stinner to Hold Town Hall in Scottsbluff
8/17/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts & Sen. Hughes to Hold Town Hall in McCook
8/17/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Hall in Alliance
8/10/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Taiwanese Intent to Purchase Over $400 million in Nebraska Ag Commodities
8/9/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Burt County as Nebraska’s Newest Livestock Friendly County
8/5/2016 - Two Nominees Forwarded for District Judge Vacancy in the Third Judicial District
8/5/2016 - Gov. Ricketts to Sen. Kintner: "Resign Immediately"
8/4/2016 - Governor’s Budget Office Staff Member Receives National Award
8/3/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Morio USA on Lincoln Facility Expansion
8/2/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Halls in Columbus and Norfolk
8/1/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Chief Medical Officer
8/1/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Economic Development Unveil New Agency Management Practices

2016 - July

7/29/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts & Sen. Kolterman to Hold Town Halls in Seward and York
7/28/2016 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Hall in Blair
7/19/2016 - Flags to Remain at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Baton Rouge Attack
7/15/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Terrorist Attack in Nice, France
7/14/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Urges Fiscal Restraint as Tax Receipts Decline
7/12/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Hosts Economic Development Leaders for First Annual Summit
7/12/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Launches New State of Nebraska Brand
7/8/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Dallas Shooting
7/5/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Honors Award-Winning National Guardsman
7/5/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Touts State Support for Guard, Reserve Members
7/5/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Independence Day Holiday Statement

2016 - June

6/30/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Global Engagement Success with Worldlawn Expansion
6/28/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Lays Out Growth Strategies As Nebraska Hits Jobs Milestone
6/27/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces 2016 Nebraska Developing Youth Talent Initiative Grant Awards
6/27/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on SCOTUS Decision to Strike Down Pro-Life Law
6/27/2016 - You’re Invited: Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Halls in Wahoo and David City
6/23/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on the U.S. Supreme Court’s Immigration Decision
6/23/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, First-in-the-Nation Reemployment Program Honored with National Award
6/20/2016 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Hall in O’Neill
6/20/2016 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Halls in Pierce & Neligh
6/20/2016 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Hall in Ainsworth
6/20/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, DHHS Unveil Agency Business Plan and Priority Initiatives
6/15/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Law Enforcement Following Apprehension of Fugitive Convicts
6/15/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Approval of Offutt Runway Repairs
6/15/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Judge Jeffrey J. Funke to the Supreme Court
6/13/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Tours New Geist Facility in Lincoln, Celebrates Trade Mission Success Story
6/13/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Law Enforcement Urge Nebraskans to Remain Vigilant, Cautious
6/12/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Florida Terror Attack
6/9/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Ethanol Advocates Call On EPA to Fulfill RFS Promise
6/8/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Ricky A. Schreiner to First Judicial District Vacancy
6/7/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Modern, Fiscally-Responsible Roads Standards
6/6/2016 - Gov. Ricketts & First Lady Shore Encourage Nebraskans to Apply for Sesquicentennial Celebration Grants
6/2/2016 - Three Nominees Forwarded for Supreme Court Judge Vacancy in the Fifth Judicial District

2016 - May

5/27/2016 - Two Nominees Forwarded for District Judge Vacancy in the First Judicial District
5/27/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Encourages Nebraskans to Get Screened Following Colonoscopy
5/27/2016 - Gov Ricketts’ Memorial Day Statement & Flag Status Notice
5/25/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints George A. Thompson to Second Judicial District Vacancy
5/25/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Urges Nebraskans to Drive Safely Over Memorial Day Holiday Weekend
5/24/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces International Trade Mission to Asia
5/20/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Cattlemen Unveil New Farm Vehicle Designation
5/20/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Benefits of Biofuels During Renewable Fuels Month
5/19/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Ag Groups Decry Proposed RFS Reduction
5/18/2016 - Lt. Gov. Foley Provides Update on LUCAS 2
5/17/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Rodney D. Reuter to Third Judicial District Vacancy
5/13/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for Peace Officers Memorial Day
5/13/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Urges Nebraskans to Tune In On "Hannah Huston Day"
5/12/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Education Department Recognize 21 Nebraska High School Students for Top ACT and SAT Scores
5/11/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraskans Urge Nominations for Hall of Fame on Mari Sandoz's Birthday
5/6/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims May as Beef Month in Nebraska
5/4/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Yahoo Praise New Customer-Friendly Culture at Environmental Quality Agency

2016 - April

4/28/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Senators Declare 2016 Legislative Session “Very Successful”
4/22/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces 2016 Nebraska Leopold Conservation Award Recipient
4/21/2016 - Three Nominees Forwarded for District Judge Vacancy in the Second Judicial District
4/19/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Property Tax Relief for Nebraska Families
4/19/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Educators Laud Abolishment of Learning Community Common Levy as "Step Forward"
4/19/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Vetoes “Unconstitutional, Unelected, and Unaccountable” Redistricting Commission to Keep Nebraskans’ Voices in Process
4/18/2016 - Nebraskans Hail Gov. Ricketts’ Transportation Initiative as "Historic"
4/16/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraskans Urge Lawmakers to Reconsider "Unjust" LB947
4/15/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraskans Call LB947 “Unfair” and “Unjust”
4/15/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Auditor Janssen Agree to Compromise on LB935
4/14/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims Rodeo Week
4/13/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Urges Senators to Vote Against LB947
4/12/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Expanded Healthcare Access with the Direct Primary Care Agreement Act
4/7/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Congratulates Newly Appointed UNL Chancellor Ronnie Green
4/5/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, DHHS Announce Statewide Behavioral Health System of Care for Children and Youth
4/1/2016 - License Plate Adjustment Announced
4/1/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Praises the Legislature's Advancement of Property Tax Relief Measure

2016 - March

3/31/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Budget Adjustments
3/29/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Medicaid Expansion Defeat
3/29/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights DHHS Licensing Process Improvements
3/28/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates Norland International Business Expansion
3/28/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Easter Holiday Statement
3/25/2016 - Five Nominees Forwarded for County Judge Vacancy in the Third Judicial District
3/25/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds Revenue Committee's Advancement of Property Tax Relief Bill
3/23/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of the Terrorist Attack in Brussels
3/22/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on Terror Attacks in Brussels
3/22/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Unveils New Standard License Plate
3/21/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on SCOTUS Denial of Marijuana Case
3/17/2016 - Governor Ricketts Designates March as National Problem Gambling Awareness Month
3/17/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Revenue Committee Agree to Compromise on Tax Reforms
3/16/2016 - Governor Ricketts Announces 2016 Winners of National Ag Week in Nebraska Poster Contest
3/16/2016 - Gov. Ricketts' Statement on the Advancement of the Transportation Innovation Act
3/15/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Importance of Colon Cancer Screening
3/14/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Richardson County as Livestock Friendly During National Ag Week Event
3/9/2016 - Gov. Ricketts' Statement on the Passing of Senator Nelson's Daughter
3/9/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints John H. Marsh to Ninth Judicial District Vacancy
3/8/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces National Ag Week Fly Around
3/8/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Global Success of the STEP Program in Nebraska
3/8/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Appropriations Committee Agree to Infrastructure Initiative Compromise
3/7/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on the Passing of Nancy Reagan
3/4/2016 - Governor Ricketts and Economic Development to Highlight 2016 STEP Grant Program
3/2/2016 - Governor and Ag Director to Hold Media Availability at Ag Conference
3/1/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Site Selection Award

2016 - February

2/29/2016 - Governor & First Lady Preview Events, Programs for Nebraska 150 Celebration
2/29/2016 - Gov. Ricketts on New Revenue Forecast: Tax Relief This Year
2/24/2016 - Governor’s Wellness Award Application Open for 2016
2/23/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Announces First Annual Governor’s Summit on Economic Development
2/18/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Promotes Hardin to Central Nebraska Representative
2/17/2016 - Gov. Ricketts, Nebraska Congressmen Committed to Growing Offutt Air Force Base
2/16/2016 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia
2/16/2016 - Gov. Ricketts’ Presidents Day Statement
2/16/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on the Passing of Justice Scalia
2/10/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Celebrates First Beef Exports to Israel in a Decade
2/10/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Applauds SCOTUS Decision to Halt Implementation of the Clean Power Plan
2/3/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Judge Max J. Kelch to the Supreme Court
2/2/2016 - Ag Groups Endorse the Governor's Property Tax Relief Plan
2/1/2016 - Gov. Ricketts Urges Nebraskans to Monitor Weather Conditions
2/1/2016 - Two Nominees Forwarded for District Judge Vacancy in the Ninth Judicial District

2016 - January

2015 - December

12/31/2015 - Gov. Ricketts' New Year Statement
12/25/2015 - Gov. Ricketts' Christmas Statement
12/23/2015 - Gov. Ricketts' Statement on the Death of Tech. Sgt. Joseph Lemm
12/21/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Two Staff Transitions
12/21/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Former State Senator as Tax Commissioner
12/15/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Brian W. Kruse as Douglas County Election Commissioner
12/15/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Economic Development Director
12/15/2015 - Gov. Ricketts and Speaker Hadley Send Nebraskans Property Tax Relief Notices
12/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Candidates for Economic Development Director
12/8/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Developmental Disabilities Director
12/7/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on Capital Punishment
12/4/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Darla S. Ideus to Third Judicial District Judgeship
12/3/2015 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of the San Bernardino Attack
12/1/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Proposes Transfer of Grand Island Nebraska Veterans’ Home Property to the City of Grand Island
12/1/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on the EPA's Failure to Keep the RFS Promise

2015 - November

11/25/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Thanksgiving Statement
11/20/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Joins Letter to President Obama on Syrian Refugee Resettlement Security Concerns
11/20/2015 - Three Nominees Forwarded for District Judge Vacancy in the Third Judicial District
11/18/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on TransCanada’s Decision to Withdraw Keystone XL Application
11/17/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Major Force Structure Changes to Nebraska Army National Guard Units
11/16/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Opposes Syrian Refugee Resettlement until Security Concerns are Addressed
11/16/2015 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of the Paris Attacks
11/12/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Launches Online Environmental Quality Permitting
11/12/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Veterans Day Statement
11/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Recruiting of Veterans to Work in Nebraska
11/10/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Recognizes Veterans in AmeriCorps and Senior Corps for their Service in Nebraska
11/6/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Obama's Rejection of Keystone XL
11/5/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Stephanie R. Hansen to Fourth Judicial County Judgeship
11/5/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Thomas E. Zimmerman to Third Judicial County Judgeship
11/2/2015 - Gov. Ricketts: Forecast Demonstrates Importance of Controlling State Spending

2015 - October

10/29/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Showcases Improved ACCESSNebraska Performance
10/28/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold a Town Hall in Grand Island
10/21/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces that Initial OCIO Reforms Save Taxpayers Over $5.3 Million
10/7/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold a Town Hall in Oshkosh
10/7/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold a Town Hall in Imperial
10/7/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold a Town Hall in Holdrege
10/7/2015 - Nine Nominees Forwarded for County Judge Vacancy in the Fourth Judicial District
10/5/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on the Successful Conclusion of TPP Negotiations
10/3/2015 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Oregon Tragedy
10/2/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Highlights Manufacturing Day in Nebraska
10/1/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Economic Development Leadership Change
10/1/2015 - Gov. Ricketts' Statement on ConAgra’s Announcement

2015 - September

9/25/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold a Town Hall in Fremont
9/25/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold a Town Hall in West Point
9/25/2015 - Six Nominees Forwarded for County Judge Vacancy in the Third Judicial District
9/23/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Hayes County as Nebraska’s Newest Livestock Friendly County
9/22/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Inaugural Asia Trade Mission Concludes
9/16/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Japan Trade Mission Comes to a Close
9/16/2015 - Gov. Ricketts and Nebraska Trade Delegation Begin Mission
9/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Horacio Wheelock to 4th Judicial District Judgeship
9/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces $52 Million for Central Nebraska Veterans’ Home
9/10/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Select ServeNebraska Step Forward Award Winners
9/10/2015 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff on Patriot Day
9/10/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Honors 2015 Recipients of the Governor’s Wellness Award
9/9/2015 - Gov. Ricketts' Statement on Developmental Disabilities Director Resignation
9/8/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Awards for the Nebraska Developing Youth Talent Initiative
9/8/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Labor Day Statement
9/3/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Reveals Sesquicentennial License Plate Design
9/1/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Unveils New “How Nebraska Ranks” Webpage

2015 - August

8/27/2015 - Media Release: Gov. Ricketts' Statement on WOTUS Rule Preliminary Injunction
8/26/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Hamilton County as Nebraska’s Newest Livestock Friendly County
8/25/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Promotes I-80/I-35 Challenge; Encourages Holiday Travel Safety
8/21/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Hall in Norfolk
8/21/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Howard County as Nebraska’s Newest Livestock Friendly County
8/18/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Selects Fox for LD7 Appointment
8/17/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold a Town Halls in Broken Bow, Ord, & Loup City
8/14/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Appoints Judge Stephanie Stacy to Supreme Court
8/13/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold a Town Hall in Columbus
8/12/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Behavioral Health Director
8/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold a Town Hall in Ogallala
8/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold a Town Hall in Alliance
8/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold a Town Hall in Chadron
8/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces $3 Million in Additional Funding For County and City Roads
8/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Hall in O’Neill
8/10/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Hall in Albion
8/10/2015 - First Family Names “Penelope the Wallaby”
8/5/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Thayer and Fillmore Counties as Nebraska’s Newest Livestock Friendly Counties
8/4/2015 - Gov. Ricketts' Statement on the Clean Power Plan Lawsuit
8/3/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on President Obama’s Clean Power Plan Announcement

2015 - July

7/30/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Trade Mission to Japan
7/28/2015 - Gov. Ricketts to Hold Town Halls in Nebraska City, Falls City
7/28/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Named Member of the National Governors Association Education and Workforce Committee
7/27/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Sends Letter to President Obama Urging Approval of Keystone XL
7/24/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Dakota County as Nebraska’s Newest Livestock Friendly County
7/24/2015 - Nebraska Gov. Ricketts, Lt. Gov. Reynolds Hold Last Chance Rally to Support the Renewable Fuel Standard
7/23/2015 - Six Nominees Forwarded for District Judge Vacancy in the Fourth Judicial District
7/21/2015 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Tennessee Tragedy
7/20/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Authorizes Adjutant General to Arm Additional Military Personnel
7/10/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Two DHHS Directors
7/9/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Application Process for the Nebraska Developing Youth Talent Initiative
7/8/2015 - Gov. Ricketts, First Lady Unveil Brand for Nebraska’s 150th Anniversary Celebration
7/7/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces First-in-the-Nation Reemployment Program
7/3/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Independence Day Statement
7/2/2015 - Three Names Forwarded for Supreme Court Justice in the First Judicial District
7/1/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Seeks Applicants for Legislative District 7 Seat

2015 - June

6/26/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Marriage Ruling
6/25/2015 - Gov. Ricketts, Ethanol Advocates Urge EPA to Maintain RFS
6/24/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on TPA Passage
6/23/2015 - First Family to Hold Contest to Name Wallaby
6/19/2015 - Search Contributors Update
6/18/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names DNR Director
6/15/2015 - Governor’s European Trade Mission Focuses on Bioscience Industries in Denmark
6/15/2015 - Governor Ricketts Requests Federal Disaster Declaration
6/15/2015 - Governor Ricketts and Trade Delegates Tout Nebraska as Ideal Food Processing Location
6/15/2015 - Governor Ricketts, Delegation Discuss Trade Policy with EU Commission Officials
6/10/2015 - Governor Ricketts, Trade Mission Team Share Nebraska Beef Story during Italy Stops
6/5/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Michael O. Mead to 10th Judicial District Judgeship
6/5/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Susan I. Strong to 3rd Judicial District Judgeship

2015 - May

5/29/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names CIO
5/28/2015 - Gov. Ricketts' Statement on the Legislature's Decision to Give Driver Licenses to Illegal Immigrants
5/27/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on WOTUS Rule
5/27/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Condemns the Legislature's Decision to Repeal the Death Penalty
5/26/2015 - Gov. Ricketts' Vetoes Death Penalty Repeal
5/24/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Memorial Day Statement
5/22/2015 - Nebraskans React to Legislature's Decision to Repeal the Death Penalty
5/22/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Promotes Travel Safety; Encourages Motorists to ‘Click It or Ticket’
5/22/2015 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff Until Tuesday
5/21/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Recognizes 15 Nebraska High School Students for Top ACT and SAT Scores
5/20/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Budget Cutting Taxes & the Growth of Government
5/20/2015 - Gov. Ricketts' Statement for Senators Ahead of Death Penalty Vote
5/19/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on Death of Nebraska Marine
5/19/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Bill to Strengthen Laws Against Human Trafficking
5/15/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Reacts to the Legislature's Vote to Advance the Death Penalty Repeal
5/14/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Purchase of Death Penalty Drugs
5/14/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on the Legislature’s Gas Tax Hike
5/13/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Signs Avian Influenza Emergency Declaration
5/13/2015 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for Peace Officers Memorial Day
5/13/2015 - Three Nominees Forwarded for County Judge Vacancy in the Tenth Judicial District
5/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Events at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution
5/8/2015 - Three Nominees Forwarded for District Judge Vacancy in the Third Judicial District
5/7/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Declares State of Emergency, Surveys Storm Damage
5/7/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Issues Gas Tax Veto
5/4/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Compromise on ADC Increase
5/1/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Urges Nebraskans to Support Nepal Relief Efforts
5/1/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Roads Director
5/1/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Proclaims May as Beef Month in Nebraska

2015 - April

4/30/2015 - Gov. Ricketts: Forecast Allows for Additional Tax Relief
4/30/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Joins Milken Institute, Governors for Panel Discussion
4/29/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Vetoes LB89
4/29/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Candidates for Director of the Nebraska Department of Roads
4/21/2015 - Gov. Ricketts: Everyone Has a Role in Preventing Child Abuse
4/17/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces ACCESSNebraska Key Performance Metric Reporting
4/17/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces 2015 Nebraska Leopold Conservation Award Recipient
4/16/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces European Union As First Trade Mission
4/16/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Reacts to Death Penalty Repeal Advancement
4/16/2015 - Gov. Ricketts, Attorney General Peterson, & Mayor Jean Stothert React to Crime, Corrections Proprosals
4/14/2015 - Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Remembrance of Abraham Lincoln
4/13/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Condemns Gas Tax Hike Advancement
4/10/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Promotes Nebraska Beef in New York City
4/10/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Continues Wellness Awards and Seeks Applications for 2015
4/10/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Reacts to Transportation Committee Vote
4/6/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Sentence Calculation Automation
4/5/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Easter Statement
4/1/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Reacts to Gas Tax Hike Advancement
4/1/2015 - Gov. Ricketts’ Statement on Perlman Retirement

2015 - March

3/31/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Launches New Website
3/27/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Visits UNMC for Biocontainment Unit 10th Anniversary Events
3/27/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Nebraska Attains Lowest Unemployment Rate
3/26/2015 - Gov. Ricketts States Support for Law Enforcement
3/24/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Veteran as Next DAS Director
3/19/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Unveils Ag Magazine, Ag Poster Contest Winners
3/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names State Patrol Superintendent
3/11/2015 - Gov. Ricketts: “Nebraska’s Farmers and Ranchers Need Property Tax Relief Now”
3/10/2015 - Gov. Ricketts, Ag Groups Support Federal Trade Promotion Authority
3/5/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces Domestic Beef Promotion Activity in New York City
3/2/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Department of Environmental Quality Director
3/2/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Comments on Marriage Ruling

2015 - February

2/27/2015 - Gov. Ricketts: Forecast Shows Property Tax Relief Ahead
2/24/2015 - Governor Ricketts Comments on Nebraska's Success with Supreme Court Ruling on Republican River Compact
2/20/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces National Search for Roads Director
2/17/2015 - Governor Ricketts Signs First Legislation
2/16/2015 - Governor Ricketts' Presidents' Day Statement
2/9/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Medicaid Division Director
2/6/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names Greater Nebraska Communications Director
2/6/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Names DHHS CEO
2/2/2015 - Governor Ricketts Announces Candidates for CEO of DHHS

2015 - January

1/29/2015 - Gov. Ricketts Announces the 27th Annual Governor’s Ag Conference
1/22/2015 - Governor Ricketts' State of the State Remarks
1/16/2015 - Governor Ricketts Names Director of Economic Development
1/9/2015 - Governor Ricketts Comments on Keysone XL Decision