Governor Jim Pillen has officially proclaimed January Radon Action Month in Nebraska. As temperatures drop and Nebraskans spend more time indoors, it is important to consider the indoor air quality within your home.
January 3 marked the first day of the 2023 legislative session. I am more eager than ever to be in Lincoln fighting for District 1. There are many new faces throughout the building, including newly elected Senators and staff, new leadership within the legislative body, and new committee assignments. With this said, I am thrilled to announce that I was elected to serve as the Chairman of the Banking, Commerce, and Insurance committee! My experience growing up with my mom as a teller at Auburn State Bank, focus on insurance law during law school, and two years of service drew me to lead this committee.
Perspectives Jill Kruse, DO When people talk about skin cancer the type that most people think about is melanoma. This skin cancer follows the ABCDE rules for diagnosis.
This week, we officially gaveled in the 118th Congress. With Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House, I know House Republicans will deliver on our Commitment to America to restore a government that’s accountable, a nation that’s safe, an economy that’s strong, and a future that’s free.
Applications for the Nemaha NRD’s Soil & Watershed Conservation Program are now being accepted at US Department of Agriculture (USDA) county service centers. Eligible activities through the program include: Establishing cool or warm season grasses on cropland Establishing trees and/or shrubs Installing or renovating terraces, grassed waterways, or underground outlets on cropland Developing a planned grazing system including cross fencing, livestock tanks, wells and/or pipelines on pastureland Grade stabilization structures with less than 5 feet of drop and no permanent pool Cost share is available for up to $8,000 per landowner. The signup period is January 1st through April 15th each year. Highest priority is given to work that can be completed between July 1 and October 1. If you are facing soil erosion concerns on your property, the Soil & Water Conservation Program can be a great alternative to federal funding sources. Stop by your local USDA service center’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to discuss the specifics and to learn more about how the program could help improve your property.
with Phyllis Buell I haven’t given it a lot of thought to it before, but January is sort of a non exciting “ho-hum” month, isn’t it? After the first day, there’s really not much to get excited over. Well, that isn’t altogether true, in my case.
The start of a new year is the time to reflect on how far we’ve come as a state — as well as to look forward to where Nebraska is heading. Last year was one for the record books.
Twenty-six members were sworn into office Jan. 4 as the 108th Nebraska Legislature convened for its 90-day first session. That number includes nine re-elected senators, 16 newly elected senators — including two members who have served in the Legislature previously — and one newly appointed senator.
Nebraska Governor-elect Jim Pillen issued the following statement congratulating Senator John Arch on being elected as the Legislature's next Speaker. 'Congratulations to Sen.
with Phyllis Buell A new year and a clean slate – once more. I have long since quit making lofty plans and resolutions for the year ahead.