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Kawasaki has been in Lincoln for 50 years. They’re a fantastic example of manufacturing success in America.
3,000 Nebraskans earn their living here. The Working Families Tax Cuts will better support them and their families.
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Senator Pete Ricketts
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Senator Pete Ricketts
@SenatorRicketts
Husband, father of three, 40th governor of Nebraska now serving as U.S. Senator for Nebraska
- Severe storms and flooding impacted several communities across Nebraska in May. I joined @SenatorFischer, @USRepMikeFlood, @RepDonBacon, and @RepAdrianSmith in a letter to support the state’s disaster declaration request. Together, Nebraskans will rebuild.
- I recently sent a letter to USDA encouraging the agency to expedite efforts to combat New World Screwworm. Eradicating this parasite is critical to protect and support the Nebraska cattle industry.
- Today marks the 4th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. The Dobbs decision restored the right of the American people to protect life at all stages. To be pro-life is to be pro-mom, pro-baby, and pro-family. We must continue
- The Working Families Tax Cuts are an investment in American families. Here's what @SenateGOP did: - Expanded the Child Tax Credit to $2,200 a kid - Increased the Child and Dependent Tax Credit from 25% to 50% - Provided a tax deduction from $5,000 to up to $7,500 for dependent
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With the average age of first-time homebuyers on the rise, Sen. Pete Ricketts says a federal housing bill could help address affordability challenges. - The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is an important step to make housing more affordable for Nebraskans. Cutting through bureaucratic red tape and improving efficiency will increase housing stock. More homes will make housing more affordable. I’m glad to see this historicAgreed to, 85-5: Motion to concur in the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R.6644, 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, with Scott SC substitute amendment #5823.
- Congratulations to the young Nebraskans who are advancing to the High School Finals Rodeo. Good luck in Lincoln this summer!
- Thank you to the @OmahaPolice officers for their heroic response to a house fire. They recused a 4-year-old boy at great risk to their own personal safety. Omaha Police is a model for the nation!
- Being a dad is an incredible blessing. I'm grateful every day for my three amazing kids, and I’m proud of all they have accomplished. Happy Father’s Day to all the great Nebraska dads!
- This past weekend, the @GageCoMuseum kicked off America 250 celebrations. Nebraskans nearby should go visit the “How We Celebrate: Honoring the 250th Anniversary of the United States” exhibit at the Gage County Historical Society and Museum.
- This sends the wrong message to our adversaries. A Chinese Nationalist guilty of spying on our military should not get off easy. We need to do more, not less, to prevent Communist China from attempting to steal our secrets and threaten our national security.Chinese National Accused of Offutt Air Base Spying Gets No Jail Time plains-sentinel.com/p/chinese-nati…
