Opinion

The right to keep and bear arms is fundamental to the American experiment in self-governance. From its founding, our nation has recognized how a free people must not be deprived of means of protection and self-defense. In 1791, the Founders enshrined the Second Amendment in the Bill of Rights, declaring the right to bear arms “shall not be infringed.”

As spring blooms in Nebraska, our work at the Capitol gains a renewed sense of purpose. Thank you for your continued connection and involvement; your engagement is truly valuable. Here are the latest updates from the Nebraska State Legislature.

Wednesday, April 30 marks 100 days of Donald Trump’s second Presidency. In that time, President Trump has taken historic action to deliver on his promises.

LINCOLN – As a kid, our grade school class was one of many that got to visit John Brown’s Cave in Nebraska City. There was a cool log cabin, the Mayhew Cabin, hewn from local cottonwoods before Nebraska became a state.

Before Nebraska was called the “Cornhuskers,” we were known as “The Tree Planters.” It seems ironic, given our state is characterized by its expansive Great Plains and rolling Sandhills. However, in 1895, the Nebraska legislature passed a bill establishing Nebraska’s nickname in honor of their tree planting efforts.

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eWs by Senator Tanya Storer Greetings District 43, I hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend, filled with time spent with loved ones. Easter is a time of renewal, hope, and reflection, offering an opportunity to embrace the blessings of family, faith, and community.

LINCOLN — When it comes to the whys and hows of state tax policy, it’s hard to beat public hearings of the Revenue Committee at the Nebraska Legislature. There’s a fascinating mix of folks testifying, from dark-suited corporate lawyers and accountants asking for tax cuts, to blue jean-wearing farmers wondering why property taxes are so high.

W The Easter holiday is a special time of year to celebrate and spend precious time with family. As the spring brings signs of new growth to trees and fields, we are reminded of the gift of life, the resurrection of Christ, and the blessing of creating memories with loved ones.