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Fischer secures defense funding boosts for Nebraska bases in annual authorization bill

By L. V. Floyd | Jul 11, 2025

U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), who serves as a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and chairs the Strategic Forces Subcommittee, has secured several provisions in the Senate’s Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization...

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Ricketts highlights need for ambassador confirmations amid focus on agriculture and Indo-Pacific ties

By H. K. Huber | Jul 11, 2025

This week, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) chaired a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing where he addressed the importance of Americans serving in government and the challenges posed by foreign adversaries.

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Fischer secures $16 million for USDA research facility at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By H. K. Huber | Jul 10, 2025

U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, has announced the advancement of $16 million in additional funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) facility at...

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NFIB Nebraska addresses tax concerns amid steady small business optimism

By Cornhusker State News | Jul 10, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index remained mostly unchanged in June, slightly decreasing by 0.2 points to 98.6, which is above the long-term average of 98.

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Ricketts commends ICE after MS-13 gang leader arrested in Omaha

By H. K. Huber | Jul 9, 2025

U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) has commented on the recent arrest of an MS-13 gang leader in Omaha, Nebraska by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers.

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Nebraska ranked 39th in average VA home loan amount in Q1

By Cornhusker State News | Jul 8, 2025

With $315,895 in home loans issued, Nebraska ranked 39th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Number of VA loans issued in Nebraska increased by 88.2% from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025

By Cornhusker State News | Jul 5, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 977 home loans in Nebraska, totaling $308.6 million, during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Nebraska adopted no new clean energy policies or incentives in 2024

By R. C. Hanna | Jul 4, 2025

Nebraska added no clean energy policies or incentives in 2024, according to data from DSIRE.

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FDA Inspection: What type of Nebraska companies were under most scrutiny during June?

By R. C. Hanna | Jul 4, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Drugs company from Nebraska in June.

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Which type of Nebraska companies were inspected the most by FDA in June?

By R. C. Hanna | Jul 3, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Food and Cosmetics company from Nebraska in June.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Nebraska in Q1 2025 vs. Q4 2024

By Cornhusker State News | Jul 2, 2025

The VA issued 311 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Nebraska during the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to 181 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Which type of Nebraska companies were inspected the most by FDA in June?

By R. C. Hanna | Jul 2, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Biologics company from Nebraska in June.

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FDA Inspection: What type of Nebraska companies were under most scrutiny during June?

By R. C. Hanna | Jul 1, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Veterinary company from Nebraska in June.

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Nebraska's Battle with 2025 Measles Outbreak: Numbers climb as of week ending June 28

By D. U. Schwartz | Jul 1, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Nebraska for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending June 21.

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Senate passes major bill including permanent paid family leave credit

By H. K. Huber | Jul 1, 2025

U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) has issued a statement following the Senate's passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill, which includes several provisions aimed at supporting working families, small businesses, and national security. “Last November,...

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Senate passes One Big Beautiful Bill Act with support from Sen. Pete Ricketts

By H. K. Huber | Jul 1, 2025

U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) released a statement following the U.S. Senate's passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act during the budget reconciliation process. “The One Big Beautiful Bill is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deliver for...

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Average VA home loan amount in Nebraska falls in Q1

By Cornhusker State News | Jun 29, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in Nebraska during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 was $315,895, a 3.6% decrease from the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Nebraska Department of Agriculture issues guidelines for livestock safety during summer events

By Cornhusker State News | Jun 29, 2025

As agricultural events unfold across Nebraska this summer, the Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) is urging livestock owners to prioritize animal health and safety.

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Ricketts completes mobile office hours in all 93 Nebraska counties

By L. V. Floyd | Jun 27, 2025

U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) has announced that his constituent casework staff have completed Mobile Office Hours in all 93 counties across Nebraska this year. “I am in Washington to serve Nebraskans and renew opportunity,” said Ricketts. “I...

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Nebraska legislative recap webinar covers new laws impacting small businesses

By Cornhusker State News | Jun 27, 2025

NFIB Nebraska recently hosted a webinar on June 25th to review the outcomes of this year's legislative session.