Nebraska

June 6, 2007 -- (Lincoln, NE) Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman received word today from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officials that President George W. Bush approved a request for a Presidential Disaster Declaration for parts of Nebraska impacted by recent flooding.    » read more »

June 5, 2007 -- (Lincoln, NE) -- Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman has submitted a formal request to President George W. Bush for a federal disaster declaration in the wake of flooding occurring in the southwest, southeast and central parts of the state.

The Governor signed a state emergency declaration following the first series of floods resulting from storms in early May. Additional counties are expected to be added as damage estimates from recent storms are compiled.    » read more »

June 1, 2007 -- (Lincoln, NE) -- Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning today announced a settlement with Georgia-based ChoicePoint, Inc., the nation’s largest data broker. The settlement resolves allegations that the company failed to adequately maintain the privacy and security of consumers’ personal information, including 572 Nebraskans.    » read more »

May 29, 2007 -- (Lincoln, NE) -- Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman signed legislation creating a tax credit for individuals investing in the development of a biodiesel production facility in Nebraska. LB 343 was introduced to help encourage greater investment in biodiesel production.    » read more »

May 29, 2007 -- (Lincoln, NE) -- Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman signed LB 338 into law today, which increases the maximum annual income tax deduction for those contributing to the Nebraska educational savings plan trust.

The deduction will increase from the current $500 to $2,500 for households filing separate returns, and $1,000 to $5,000 for all other returns. The Nebraska Department of Revenue estimates that expanding the income tax deduction for contributions made to the Nebraska College Savings Plan will provide approximately $1 million in deductions each year.    » read more »

May 28, 2007 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Pvt. William L. Bailey III, 29, of Bellevue, Neb., died May 25, in Taji, Iraq, of wounds suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle.

Bailey was assigned to the 755th Chemical Reconnaissance/Decontamination Company, Nebraska Army National Guard, O’Neill, Neb.

Source: DoD

May 18, 2007 -- (Lincoln, NE) Leaders of the Governors’ Ethanol Coalition (GEC) sent a letter to Congressional leaders recently urging lawmakers to support priorities aimed at expanding the nation’s investment in biofuels. Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman is the current chairman of the GEC.    » read more »

May 8, 2007 -- (Lincoln, NE) -- Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning today filed a $719,500 settlement in Lancaster County District Court with Purdue Pharma (Purdue) regarding its advertising practices for the narcotic pain medication, OxyContin.    » read more »

May 1, 2007 -- (Lincoln, NE) Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman signed LB 701 into law today, which provides for the funding of the state’s water-related priorities and includes the creation of a Water Resources Cash Fund (WRCF).    » read more »

April 25, 2007 -- (Lincoln, NE) Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman will lead a delegation of Nebraskans on a trade mission Sept. 2 through 13. The trip is scheduled to include stops in China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Taiwan. This will be the sixth trade mission of the Governor’s administration.    » read more »

April 20, 2007 -- (Lincoln, NE) Attorney General Jon Bruning today announced that his office has reached a voluntary agreement with Lincoln-based student loan provider Nelnet. The agreement stems from investigations by several Attorneys General across the country into arrangements between student loan providers and educational institutions. Under the agreement, Nelnet has agreed to abide by a Student Loan Code of Conduct and commit $1 million to educate students across the country about college planning and student loan financing.    » read more »

April 19, 2007 -- (Lincoln, Ne.) Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman invites all Nebraskans to take part in services being held across the country tomorrow honoring the victims of Tuesday’s shootings on the Virginia Tech campus.    » read more »

April 17, 2007 -- (Lincoln, Ne.) Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman today reminded Nebraskans to fly state and U.S. flags at half-staff this week in tribute to the victims of yesterday’s tragedy at Virginia Tech University.

“The thoughts and prayers of Nebraskans are with the Virginia Tech community,” Gov. Heineman said. “There are difficult days ahead for the students, faculty and staff and our hearts go out to them and all those helping provide assistance in the wake of this tragedy.”    » read more »

Officially titled "An Act to Organize the Territories of Nebraska and Kansas," this act repealed the Missouri Compromise, which had outlawed slavery above the 36º 30' latitude in the Louisiana territories and reopened the national struggle over slavery in the western territories.    » read more »

March 1, 2007 -- (Kearney, Neb.) Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman announced the official designation of Keith County as the fourth Livestock Friendly County in Nebraska under a state program coordinated by the Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA). Keith County joins Morrill, Hitchcock and Webster counties as Livestock Friendly. The Governor made the announcement during a luncheon session of the 19th Annual Governor's Ag Conference in Kearney.

"Keith County continues to make strong commitments supportive of rural development and agriculture," Gov. Heineman said. "This program recognizes the positive economic impact that a viable livestock industry has on communities across our state. Pursuing Livestock Friendly designation is evidence that local officials view their local livestock industry as a vital part of their future, and it shows they are prepared to pursue new opportunities."    » read more »