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Where to vote: https://www.votercheck.necvr.ne.gov/voterview ## U.S. Senate (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/us-senate/ 5 candidates · vote for 1 · 6-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. ### Candidates - [Chuck Conboy](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/chuck-conboy.md), America First - [Mike Marvin](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/mike-marvin.md), Legal Marijuana NOW - [Dan Osborn](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/dan-osborn.md), By petition (independent) - [Robin Richards](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/robin-richards.md), Nebraska Working People - [Pete Ricketts](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/pete-ricketts.md), Republican, incumbent Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Chuck Conboy | yes | yes | — | yes | — | yes | yes | — | — | — | | Mike Marvin | — | — | — | — | — | yes | — | — | — | yes | | Dan Osborn | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Robin Richards | yes | — | — | — | — | — | yes | — | — | yes | | Pete Ricketts | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Chuck Conboy Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to bring down the cost of living and rebuild a strong American middle class. *Campaign website text:* > “Bring down the cost of living and rebuild a strong American middle class” Source: Conboy for Senate, "Chuck Conboy’s Platform", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Marvin No public position found. #### Dan Osborn Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a middle-class tax cut that lowers rates on wage income and expands credits, and making no federal income tax on overtime permanent. *Campaign website text:* > “I support a real middle class tax cut that lowers rates on wage income, expands credits that put money back in people's pockets, and makes the tax code work for people who punch a clock rather than people who punch a number into a brokerage account.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Protect Our Paychecks, Social Security, and Healthcare", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I support making no federal income tax on overtime permanent and applicable to all overtime hours. I support making no tax on tips permanent.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Protect Our Paychecks, Social Security, and Healthcare", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Robin Richards Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says practical government should help make housing people can live in possible. *Campaign website text:* > “A home should be a foundation for a life, not a number that keeps moving out of reach. Robin believes practical government should help make housing people can actually live in possible.” Source: Robin Richards for U.S. Senate, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Pete Ricketts Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says making life more affordable is his top priority and that he voted for bipartisan legislation to build more housing. > “High prices are the top concern I hear from Nebraska families. My top priority is making life more affordable.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. Senate", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I voted for bipartisan legislation to build more housing. The ROAD to Housing Act cuts red tape to lower costs.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. Senate", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Chuck Conboy Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says daycare is outrageously expensive and that something must be done to help working parents get ahead. *Campaign website text:* > “Daycare is outrageously expensive. We must do something for working parents to help them get ahead.” Source: Conboy for Senate, "Chuck Conboy’s Platform", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Marvin No public position found. #### Dan Osborn Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a "smart, America-first" tariff policy and a legislative ban on non-compete agreements for working people. *Campaign website text:* > “I support a smart, America-first tariff policy.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Protect Our Paychecks, Social Security, and Healthcare", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I support taking the FTC’s proposed November 2024 rule and making it a legislative ban on non-compete agreements for working people.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Protect Our Paychecks, Social Security, and Healthcare", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Robin Richards No public position found. #### Pete Ricketts Summary (our words, not the candidate's): His campaign site says he helped pass legislation that will cut nearly $2 trillion in government spending. *Campaign website text:* > “And he helped pass legislation that will cut nearly $2 trillion in government spending as the economy continues growing.” Source: Pete Ricketts for Senate, "Making Government Work Better", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Chuck Conboy No public position found. #### Mike Marvin No public position found. #### Dan Osborn Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to break up agriculture monopolies and ban countries like China and Brazil from buying Nebraska agricultural land. *Campaign website text:* > “Break Up the Agriculture Monopolies to bring back fair competition and prevent them from shaking down farmers and ranchers.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Fight Like Hell for Rural Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Prevent Foreign Corporations from Swallowing Up Nebraska Farmland by banning countries like China and Brazil from purchasing Nebraska agricultural land.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Fight Like Hell for Rural Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Robin Richards No public position found. #### Pete Ricketts Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he is working on policies that support biofuels and on bipartisan legislation for transparency on foreign land ownership. > “I’m also working across the aisle on policies that support biofuels. These policies support Nebraska ag producers and lower costs for families.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. Senate", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I am working on bipartisan legislation to strengthen reporting and increase transparency on foreign land ownership.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. Senate", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Health care #### Chuck Conboy Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to bring down the cost of health care for American families and says the price of health care is "absolutely insane." *Campaign website text:* > “Bring down the out-of-control cost of healthcare for American families” Source: Conboy for Senate, "Chuck Conboy’s Platform", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “The price of health care, as I found out, is just absolutely insane” Source: KETV NewsWatch 7, "Meet the America First Party candidate running for U.S. Senate", · News article · published 2026-10-06 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Marvin No public position found. #### Dan Osborn Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports the Break Up Big Medicine Act and giving Medicaid authority to negotiate drug prices with manufacturers. *Campaign website text:* > “I support the bipartisan Break Up Big Medicine Act (S.3822) – a Glass-Steagall approach to healthcare.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Protect Our Paychecks, Social Security, and Healthcare", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I support giving Medicaid the full authority to negotiate drug prices directly with manufacturers, the same way the VA does, the same way every other wealthy country does.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Protect Our Paychecks, Social Security, and Healthcare", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Robin Richards No public position found. #### Pete Ricketts Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he is fighting to make sure health care providers have the resources they need. > “I am fighting to make sure our healthcare providers have the resources they need. Their important work should be supported.” Source: Office of Senator Pete Ricketts, "Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Supporting Rural Healthcare", · Official statement · published 2025-09-26 · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Abortion #### Chuck Conboy No public position found. #### Mike Marvin No public position found. #### Dan Osborn Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he is personally pro-life but believes the government should not make health decisions for people. *Campaign website text:* > “For example, I am personally pro-life, but believe the government should not be making health decisions for people.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Defend Our Freedoms and the Constitution", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Robin Richards No public position found. #### Pete Ricketts Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he has been a leader in the pro-life movement. > “I have been a leader in the pro-life movement.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. Senate", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Immigration and the border #### Chuck Conboy Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to deport criminals, dangerous individuals and those who have no claim to remain, and says people in the country illegally should not be here. *Campaign website text:* > “Deport criminals, dangerous individuals, and those who have no claim to remain” Source: Conboy for Senate, "Chuck Conboy’s Platform", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Get rid of the illegal aliens—they shouldn’t be here” Source: The Plains Sentinel, "America First Senate Nominee Talks About Motivation for Running Long Shot Campaign", · News article · published 2026-09-16 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Marvin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the country needs immigration reform that includes a clear, manageable path to citizenship for immigrants who have been here, paid taxes and contributed to society. > “We need immigration reform, which includes a clear, manageable path to citizenship for immigrants who have been here, paid taxes and been a productive, contributing member of society.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. Senate", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Osborn No public position found. #### Robin Richards No public position found. #### Pete Ricketts Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says illegal border crossings are at a 50-year low under President Trump and Republicans, and that he voted to support this work with $175 billion in funding. > “President Trump and Republicans have brought illegal border crossings to a 50-year low. I voted to support this work with $175 billion in funding.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. Senate", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Education and school choice #### Chuck Conboy Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to make higher education affordable and accessible, and says anyone who wants to go to college should be able to without being burdened with student loans for 20 years. *Campaign website text:* > “Make higher education affordable and accessible to every American” Source: Conboy for Senate, "Chuck Conboy’s Platform", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Anybody in this state that should want to go to college and get a college education should be able to do so and not be burdened with student loans for the next 20 years.” Source: The Plains Sentinel, "America First Senate Nominee Talks About Motivation for Running Long Shot Campaign", · News article · published 2026-09-16 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Marvin No public position found. #### Dan Osborn Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to bring back shop class in high school to teach students the value of working with their hands and introduce them to careers in the trades. *Campaign website text:* > “Bringing Back Shop Class in high school to teach students the value of working with their hands and introduce them to well-paying careers in the trades.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Protect the Good Life", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Robin Richards Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says public schools deserve support to serve every community. *Campaign website text:* > “Nebraska schools should be places where kids can learn, not a battle zone created by the far right. Our public schools deserve the support to serve every community.” Source: Robin Richards for U.S. Senate, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Pete Ricketts No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Chuck Conboy No public position found. #### Mike Marvin No public position found. #### Dan Osborn Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Ogallala Aquifer is a precious resource that should be protected for Nebraskans, not tech billionaires in California. *Campaign website text:* > “Our Ogallala Aquifer is a precious resource. It should be protected for Nebraskans, not tech billionaires in California who profit off of our resources.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Protect the Good Life", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Robin Richards No public position found. #### Pete Ricketts Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he voted to "unleash American energy production." > “I voted to unleash American energy production.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. Senate", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### Chuck Conboy No public position found. #### Mike Marvin No public position found. #### Dan Osborn Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports the Second Amendment with reasonable safety measures, and says he will work to support the adoption of medical marijuana in Nebraska. *Campaign website text:* > “I am fundamentally in favor of the Second Amendment. While I support reasonable safety measures, including gun safety education in our schools, law-abiding citizens have, and must always have, the right to bear arms.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Defend Our Freedoms and the Constitution", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I will not only stop the obstruction, I will actively work to support the adoption of medical marijuana in our state.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Defend Our Freedoms and the Constitution", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Robin Richards No public position found. #### Pete Ricketts Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he has defended the 2nd Amendment and that he has stood with law enforcement against "soft-on-crime policies." > “I have defended the 2nd Amendment.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. Senate", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Pete has always stood with law enforcement and against soft-on-crime policies.” Source: Pete Ricketts for Senate, "Keeping Nebraskans Safe", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Elections and government #### Chuck Conboy No public position found. #### Mike Marvin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says Congress needs to reestablish its role as a separate but equal branch of government and stop obstructing bipartisan legislation. > “Congress clearly needs to reestablish its role as a separate but equal branch of government and quit being obstructionist of good bipartisan legislation that protects the general welfare of all.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. Senate", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Osborn Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to lead a push for a constitutional amendment overturning Citizens United and supports term limits of two Senate terms and six House terms. *Campaign website text:* > “I will be a leading voice in the movement to pass a constitutional amendment overturning Citizens United.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Drain the Swamp", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I support term limits for both houses of government: two terms in the Senate and six terms in the House.” Source: Osborn for Senate, "Nebraska Growth & Fairness Plan: Drain the Swamp", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Robin Richards Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says leaders should represent the people who sent them and that she will listen and not disappear to Washington. *Campaign website text:* > “Leaders should represent the people who sent them, not the organization that endorsed them. Robin will listen before she talks and will not disappear to Washington.” Source: Robin Richards for U.S. Senate, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Pete Ricketts Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he introduced the Improper Payments Transparency Act to clean up waste and abuse in Washington. *Campaign website text:* > “He introduced the bipartisan Improper Payments Transparency Act to clean up waste and abuse in Washington.” Source: Pete Ricketts for Senate, "Making Government Work Better", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## U.S. House, District 1 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/us-house-1/ 4 candidates · vote for 1 · 2-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. ### Candidates - [Chris Backemeyer](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/chris-backemeyer.md), Democratic - [Mike Flood](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/mike-flood.md), Republican, incumbent - [Dan Hartong](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/dan-hartong.md), America First - [Nik Sandman](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/nik-sandman.md), Libertarian Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Chris Backemeyer | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | — | yes | | Mike Flood | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | — | yes | yes | — | | Dan Hartong | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | | Nik Sandman | yes | — | yes | yes | — | yes | — | — | yes | — | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Chris Backemeyer Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to expand the Child Tax Credit and says cuts to federal programs like Medicaid shift costs onto property tax bills. > “Finally, property taxes are squeezing families and farmers alike. When Congress cuts federal programs like Medicaid, it doesn't shrink government — it just shifts the cost onto states and counties, and ultimately onto property tax bills.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 1st Congressional District (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Expand the Child Tax Credit to put more money back in families’ pockets” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Lowering Costs & Restoring the Middle Class", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Flood Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he voted to cut taxes, including no tax on tips, overtime and Social Security. *Campaign website text:* > “I voted to cut taxes for Nebraska families. I voted to pass No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime, and No Tax on Social Security.” Source: Mike Flood for U.S. Congress, "Getting Things Done", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Hartong No public position found. #### Nik Sandman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to eliminate corporate welfare and let working families keep more of what they earn. > “Eliminate corporate welfare. Let working families keep more of what they earn.” Source: Nik Sandman for Congress, "Priorities And Policies", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Chris Backemeyer Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to roll back tariffs, citing their effect on farmers and costs for producers and consumers. *Campaign website text:* > “Roll back tariffs that are hurting Nebraska’s farmers and driving up costs for producers and consumers” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Lowering Costs & Restoring the Middle Class", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Flood Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he voted for a rescission package to rein in federal spending. *Campaign website text:* > “I voted for a historic rescission package to rein in Washington’s wasteful spending.” Source: Mike Flood for U.S. Congress, "Getting Things Done", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Hartong No public position found. #### Nik Sandman No public position found. ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Chris Backemeyer Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a long-term bipartisan Farm Bill and expanded rural broadband. *Campaign website text:* > “Pass a long-term, bipartisan Farm Bill that is updated to reflect the current demands of family farms” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Supporting Agriculture & Rural Communities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Expand rural broadband so every community can thrive in the 21st century” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Supporting Agriculture & Rural Communities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Flood Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the 2026 Farm Bill modernizes ag programs and invests in the agricultural economy. > “This new Farm Bill framework not only modernizes key ag programs to better serve our farmers and ranchers today, but it also invests in the future of our agricultural economy.” Source: Office of Congressman Mike Flood, "Congressman Flood Celebrates Farm Bill’s House Passage", · Official statement · published 2026-04-30 · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Dan Hartong No public position found. #### Nik Sandman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Favors parity prices for agriculture over current farm-income subsidies, and says he would break up agricultural monopolies and enforce antitrust laws. > “I favor an approach of parity prices for agriculture as distinguished from the current subsidy of farm incomes approach.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 1st Congressional District (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I’ll break up agricultural monopolies, enforce antitrust laws, and ensure local farmers can compete.” Source: Nik Sandman for Congress, "Priorities And Policies", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Health care #### Chris Backemeyer Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a public option, restoring Medicaid funding and protecting rural hospitals. *Campaign website text:* > “Enact a true public option to guarantee universal coverage and force insurance companies to compete by offering lower prices and better coverage” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Making Healthcare Affordable & Accessible", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Restore Medicaid funding and protect rural hospitals” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Making Healthcare Affordable & Accessible", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Flood Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says able-bodied people who can work and choose not to will not get free health care. > “If you're able bodied, you can work and you choose not to work, then you will not get free health care” Source: High Plains Public Radio (NPR), "Nebraska's Mike Flood got an earful from voters. He's still standing by Trump's agenda", · News article · published 2025-08-07 · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Dan Hartong No public position found. #### Nik Sandman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Favors Medicare for all Americans, covering prescriptions, dental, vision and mental health, in a way that preserves freedom. > “I favor extending medicare to all Americans in a way that preserves our freedom.” Source: Ballotpedia, "Nik Sandman: Candidate Connection survey", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support Medicare For All—comprehensive coverage that follows you from job to job, farm to town, covering prescriptions, dental, vision, and mental health.” Source: Nik Sandman for Congress, "Priorities And Policies", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Abortion #### Chris Backemeyer Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he will work to protect “a woman’s right to choose” in Nebraska and nationwide. *Campaign website text:* > “Protect a woman’s right to choose in Nebraska and nationwide” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Making Healthcare Affordable & Accessible", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Flood No public position found. #### Dan Hartong No public position found. #### Nik Sandman No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Chris Backemeyer Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports comprehensive immigration reform with a pathway to citizenship, along with border security enforced consistent with the Constitution. *Campaign website text:* > “Pass comprehensive immigration reform that creates a genuine pathway to citizenship and keeps families together” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Smart, Fair Immigration and a Secure Border", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “Ensure strong security at the southern border while enforcing immigration laws in ways that reflect our values and are consistent with the U.S. Constitution” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Smart, Fair Immigration and a Secure Border", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Mike Flood Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says a secure southern border is vital and that he voted for legislation funding Border Patrol and border security technology and fighting fentanyl. *Campaign website text:* > “A secure southern border is vital to the safety of our country. I voted to pass legislation that funds Border Patrol, improves our border security technology, and fights fentanyl coming into our country.” Source: Mike Flood for U.S. Congress, "Getting Things Done", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Hartong No public position found. #### Nik Sandman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the country must have discrete, defensible boundaries, and that without them it can have no immigration policy. > “Our country must have discrete, defensible boundaries. If that is not achievable, we can have no immigration policy.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 1st Congressional District (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Education and school choice #### Chris Backemeyer No public position found. #### Mike Flood No public position found. #### Dan Hartong No public position found. #### Nik Sandman No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Chris Backemeyer Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to expand biofuel markets, including permanent year-round E15 sales. *Campaign website text:* > “Expand markets for biofuels, including through permanent, year-long sales of E15” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Supporting Agriculture & Rural Communities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Flood Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says year-round nationwide E15 sales support farmers, families and rural America. > “Nationwide sale of E-15 supports farmers, families, and rural America and is set to be a boon for Nebraska.” Source: Office of Congressman Mike Flood, "Congressman Flood: House-Passage of Year-Round E-15 Supports Farmers, Families, and Rural America", · Official statement · published 2026-05-13 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Hartong No public position found. #### Nik Sandman No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Chris Backemeyer No public position found. #### Mike Flood Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he launched a coalition to support and recruit law enforcement officers. *Campaign website text:* > “I launched Nebraska Backs the Blue, a bipartisan coalition of public safety officials and community leaders dedicated to strengthening support for law enforcement and recruiting more officers to Nebraska.” Source: Mike Flood for U.S. Congress, "Getting Things Done", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Hartong No public position found. #### Nik Sandman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes warrantless searches and civil asset forfeiture without a conviction. > “No warrantless searches. No civil asset forfeiture without conviction.” Source: Nik Sandman for Congress, "Priorities And Policies", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Elections and government #### Chris Backemeyer Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a ban on stock trading by members of Congress and overturning Citizens United. *Campaign website text:* > “Ban stock trading by members of Congress” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Ending Washington Dysfunction", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “Overturn Citizens United and end dark money in politics” Source: Backemeyer for Nebraska, "Ending Washington Dysfunction", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Mike Flood No public position found. #### Dan Hartong No public position found. #### Nik Sandman No public position found. ## U.S. House, District 2 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/us-house-2/ 3 candidates · vote for 1 · 2-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. ### Candidates - [Eric Michael Foreman](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/eric-michael-foreman.md), Libertarian - [Brinker Harding](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/brinker-harding.md), Republican - [Denise Powell](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/denise-powell.md), Democratic Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Eric Michael Foreman | yes | yes | — | yes | — | yes | — | yes | yes | yes | | Brinker Harding | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Denise Powell | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Eric Michael Foreman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants lower taxes for Americans earning under $200,000 and to cut waste. > “Honest dollars for honest work. Lower taxes for the Lower 85% of Americans that make less than 200k a year, cut the waste, prosecute the fraud, and let hardworking Nebraskans keep more of what they earn.” Source: Ballotpedia, "Eric Michael Foreman (Candidate Connection survey)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Brinker Harding Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to keep taxes low and make the recent tax cuts permanent. > “Making life more affordable starts with keeping taxes low and making the pro-growth tax cuts permanent.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. House, 2nd Congressional District", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Denise Powell Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to stop tariffs she calls illegal and build more affordable housing to lower household costs. *Campaign website text:* > “Stop Trump’s illegal tariffs to help bring down the costs of items Nebraska families need every day.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Build more high-quality, affordable housing that is attainable for first-time homebuyers and middle-class families.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Eric Michael Foreman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports free markets, lower taxes for working families, and budgeting that avoids endless debt. > “I believe in free markets, honest competition, lower taxes for working families, and responsible budgeting that protects future generations instead of burying them under endless debt.” Source: Foreman for US Congress, "Platform", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Brinker Harding Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to grow the economy and raise wages, and favors private-sector solutions and career and technical education for workforce shortages. *Campaign website text:* > “Grow our economy, increase wages, and keep inflation in check” Source: Brinker Harding for Congress, "Vision", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “The answer isn't more federal programs, it's empowering the private sector and strengthening career and technical education so workers have a clear path to a good-paying career.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. House, 2nd Congressional District", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Denise Powell Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to fund small businesses and expand job training and apprenticeship programs. *Campaign website text:* > “Increase funding and support of small businesses across Nebraska, giving them the tools they need to innovate, hire and grow.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Ensure Nebraskans have the skills they need to fill good jobs in growth industries by expanding job training and apprenticeship programs.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Eric Michael Foreman No public position found. #### Brinker Harding Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to pass year-round E-15 to support Nebraska agriculture. *Campaign website text:* > “Pass year-round E-15 to help lower gas prices and support Nebraska agriculture” Source: Brinker Harding for Congress, "Vision", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Denise Powell Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to pass a long-term Farm Bill and advance Right to Repair for farm equipment. *Campaign website text:* > “Pass a long-term Farm Bill, which Congress has repeatedly let expire.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Advocate for Right to Repair to allow farmers to fix their own equipment and machinery.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Health care #### Eric Michael Foreman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says patients, doctors and researchers should have more freedom to explore emerging and alternative mental health treatments. > “I believe patients, doctors, and researchers should have greater freedom to explore emerging and alternative treatments supported by science, transparency, and informed consent.” Source: Foreman for US Congress, "Platform", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Brinker Harding Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to lower prescription drug prices and protect Medicare and Medicaid for seniors, veterans, the disabled and struggling families. *Campaign website text:* > “Take on Big Pharma and Big Insurance to guarantee Americans pay the same low prices for prescription drugs as other developed countries” Source: Brinker Harding for Congress, "Vision", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support protecting Medicare and Medicaid for the people who have earned them and genuinely need them, seniors, veterans, the disabled, and struggling families, while expanding access through markets and competition rather than a new government program or mandate.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Brinker Harding, Candidate Profile (questionnaire)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Denise Powell Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants Medicare to negotiate more drug prices and a Medicare-like public option alongside private insurance. *Campaign website text:* > “Take on big pharmaceutical companies by requiring Medicare to negotiate prices for more prescription drugs and capping insulin costs at $35 a month for everyone.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Work to create a Medicare-like public option that gives every American the choice of affordable coverage while protecting private insurance for those who want it.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Abortion #### Eric Michael Foreman No public position found. #### Brinker Harding Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he is pro-life with exceptions for the life of the mother, rape and incest, to be decided mostly at the state level, and supports IVF access. > “I am pro-life with exceptions to save the life of the mother, and in cases of rape and incest. These are decisions that should generally be made at the state level, closer to the people they affect.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Brinker Harding, Candidate Profile (questionnaire)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I believe embryonic life deserves respect and protection, and I support policies that protect IVF access for families like mine while encouraging responsible practices in the field.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Brinker Harding, Candidate Profile (questionnaire)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Denise Powell Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports restoring Roe v. Wade into law nationwide and expanding IVF insurance coverage. *Campaign website text:* > “Protect abortion rights for Nebraska women by fighting to restore Roe v. Wade into law nationwide.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Work to pass legislation like the Right to IVF Act to expand insurance coverage for fertility treatments in health insurance plans, including for federal employees, veterans, and Medicare/Medicaid recipients.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Immigration and the border #### Eric Michael Foreman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to secure the borders first with walls, technology and sheriffs' oversight, and to speed up asylum and citizenship pathways. > “Secure the borders first, with walls, technology and sheriffs’ oversight. Speed up asylum and citizenship pathways by cutting red tape so people can join us legally without years of limbo.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. House, 2nd Congressional District", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Brinker Harding Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to deport immigrants without legal status who commit violent crimes, and to promote body cameras and identifiable uniforms for ICE agents. *Campaign website text:* > “Deport criminal illegal immigrants who commit violent crimes” Source: Brinker Harding for Congress, "Vision", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Promote body cameras and identifiable uniforms for ICE agents like we do with the Omaha Police” Source: Brinker Harding for Congress, "Vision", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Denise Powell Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a path to citizenship for long-term immigrants and more legal avenues for workers in industries such as agriculture and manufacturing. *Campaign website text:* > “Work to create a fair path to citizenship for long term immigrants who have worked and paid taxes for decades as essential workers and Dreamers, and create legal avenues for workers needed to fill Nebraska’s essential roles in industries like agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare and hospitality.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Education and school choice #### Eric Michael Foreman No public position found. #### Brinker Harding Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says education decisions should be made by parents, teachers and local communities rather than Washington. > “I believe education decisions are best made by parents, teachers, and local communities, not Washington bureaucrats. Parents, not bureaucrats, should decide where and how their children are educated.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Brinker Harding, Candidate Profile (questionnaire)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Denise Powell Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to strengthen community colleges and state universities and expand vocational and apprenticeship programs in high schools. *Campaign website text:* > “Strengthen our community colleges and state universities to help ensure we have the skilled professionals we need to keep our economy running.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Invest in strong vocational and apprenticeship programs in our high schools to provide a path to good paying jobs in the fields that matter to Nebraska.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Eric Michael Foreman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says nuclear energy is the most efficient form of energy in use today. > “Nuclear energy is the most efficient form of energy we have as of today, in use.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Eric Michael Foreman, Candidate Profile (questionnaire)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Brinker Harding Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy built on baseload power, natural gas and nuclear, with year-round E-15 and biofuels. > “We need an all-of-the-above strategy anchored in baseload power, natural gas and nuclear, plus grid investment for growing demand. In Nebraska, that means year-round E-15 and biofuels.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Brinker Harding, Candidate Profile (questionnaire)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Denise Powell Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to expand clean energy production to lower costs while protecting the environment. *Campaign website text:* > “Expand clean energy production to bring down costs in the short term while protecting our environment in the long run.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### Eric Michael Foreman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says education and legal gun ownership protect public safety, and wants law enforcement focused on violence, trafficking, abuse and organized crime rather than victimless offenses. > “Education and Legal gun ownership along with encouragement, protects the public safety. Disarming the public does not.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Eric Michael Foreman, Candidate Profile (questionnaire)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “We need law enforcement focused on protecting communities from real violence, trafficking, abuse, and organized crime, not wasting limited resources criminalizing peaceful Americans over victimless offenses.” Source: Foreman for US Congress, "Platform", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Brinker Harding Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports the Second Amendment and favors enforcing existing laws and improving mental health resources over new restrictions. > “Rather than new restrictions on law-abiding gun owners, I believe public safety is best served by fully enforcing the laws already on the books, keeping guns out of the hands of violent criminals, and improving mental health resources and reporting so dangerous individuals don’t fall through the cracks.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Brinker Harding, Candidate Profile (questionnaire)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Denise Powell Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports universal background checks, red flag laws, and violence intervention funding, and wants to fully fund police departments. *Campaign website text:* > “Save lives from gun violence by ensuring universal background checks to prevent convicted felons and gang members from obtaining guns, red flag laws to keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers, and fund community violence intervention programs.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Fully fund our police departments, providing access to training and mental health support for our officers, and investing in social workers to help expand the way we address the needs of our communities.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Elections and government #### Eric Michael Foreman Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he would hold regular in-person town halls and that Congress should enforce the people's will rather than rubber stamp the president's edicts. > “I will hold regular in-person town halls, not phone-ins. I will listen face-to-face, not from some ivory tower.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. House, 2nd Congressional District", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Congress exists to enforce the people’s will, not rubber stamp the president’s edicts.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election, U.S. House, 2nd Congressional District", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Brinker Harding Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports nationwide voter ID, term limits, and banning congressional stock trading. *Campaign website text:* > “Pass nationwide Voter ID to ensure only American citizens can vote” Source: Brinker Harding for Congress, "Vision", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Support term limits, ban congressional stock trading, and halt congressional salaries during government shutdowns” Source: Brinker Harding for Congress, "Vision", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Denise Powell Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to overturn Citizens United and enact congressional term limits. *Campaign website text:* > “Overturn Citizens United and get dark money out of politics once and for all.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Enact term limits in Congress to fight corruption and ensure new thinking and ideas.” Source: Denise Powell for Congress, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## U.S. House, District 3 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/us-house-3/ 5 candidates · vote for 1 · 2-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. ### Candidates - [Macey Budke](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/macey-budke.md), Nebraska Working People - [Mark Cohen](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/mark-cohen.md), By petition (independent) - [David J. Else](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/david-j-else.md), Legal Marijuana NOW - [Adrian Smith](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/adrian-smith.md), Republican, incumbent - [Becky Kelly Stille](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/becky-kelly-stille.md), Democratic Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Macey Budke | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Mark Cohen | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | | David J. Else | — | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | — | — | yes | yes | | Adrian Smith | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Becky Kelly Stille | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | — | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Macey Budke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says working and middle-class families should not carry a disproportionate burden while those with greater resources benefit from preferential treatment or loopholes. > “The tax system should be fair and reflect ability to pay. Working and middle-class families should not carry a disproportionate burden while those with substantially greater resources benefit from preferential treatment or loopholes.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Macey Budke, Candidate Profile (U.S. Rep., Dist. 3)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Mark Cohen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants large corporations and the very wealthy to pay closer to their historical share so grants could help buy down property taxes. *Campaign website text:* > “If the federal government required large corporations and the very wealthy to pay closer to their historical share, we could fund grants to state and local governments — money that can be used to buy down property taxes the way Nebraska's own school tax credits already do.” Source: Mark Cohen for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Big corporations should not pay a lower effective rate than Nebraska’s nurses. I want a tax structure closer to the one that had bipartisan support under Eisenhower.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### David J. Else No public position found. #### Adrian Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he works to let Nebraskans keep more of what they earn, and credits his tax legislation with preventing tax increases for Nebraska families and farmers. > “I will continue working to ensure Nebraskans can keep more of what they earn and that federal spending is transparent and accountable.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Adrian partnered with President Trump and helped write the 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act and the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill which prevented tax increases that would have cost Nebraska families $1,500 and farmers $5,000 annually.” Source: Adrian Smith for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Becky Kelly Stille Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to remove permanent tax breaks for corporations and the wealthy and give those breaks to working people. > “Cut all unnecessary, wasteful spending, remove permanent tax breaks for corporations and the wealthy and give those breaks to the working people.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Tax breaks should be made permanent for working families, not corporations and the wealthy.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Macey Budke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says economic policy should be judged by whether people can afford to live, work and raise families in their communities. > “Economic policy should be judged by whether people can afford to live, work, raise families and remain in their communities — not only by national growth statistics.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mark Cohen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says tariffs are hurting farmers and related industries, and that adding trillions to the national debt is not conservative. *Campaign website text:* > “This administration’s ill-conceived tariffs are hurting farmers, ranchers, and related industries.” Source: Mark Cohen for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I’ll insist on fiscal honesty, because adding trillions to the national debt is not conservative.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### David J. Else Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes trade wars, saying they hurt farm prices, and says he will fight for an economy that encourages all able Americans to work, including a higher minimum wage. > “I don't like trade wars with other countries. It harms our ag prices and bankrupts smaller farmers.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I WILL fight for an economy that encourages all Americans who are able to work! (RAISE MINIMIUM WAGE)” Source: Dave Else for Congress, "About", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Adrian Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says building and passing a federal budget is the best way to tackle the national debt and reduce government waste. > “Building and passing a federal budget is the best way to tackle the national debt, reduce government waste and properly exercise Congress’ constitutional powers of the purse.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Becky Kelly Stille Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to raise the federal minimum wage and says labor unions help ensure fair wages and safe working conditions. > “We need to raise the federal minimum wage — $7.25/hour is absurd, period.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Labor unions guarantee that hardworking Americans receive fair wages, safe and humane working conditions, and proper representation in business deliberations.” Source: Becky Stille for U.S. Congress, "Becky's Stands on the Top Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Macey Budke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports policies that protect family farms and ranches, promote fair and competitive markets and expand responsible trade opportunities. *Campaign website text:* > “She supports practical agricultural policies that protect family farms and ranches, promote fair and competitive markets, expand responsible trade opportunities, and give producers a stronger voice in the policies that affect their land, livelihoods, and future.” Source: Budke for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Our agricultural sector, across rural America, should not become collateral in these broad, spread-out trade disputes, because we get hit the hardest” Source: Nebraska Public Media, "3rd Congressional District voter guide: Meet the Nebraskans running", · News article · published 2026-10-01 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mark Cohen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to fund and enforce antitrust law and mandate standardized packer contracts and USDA transparency reporting. *Campaign website text:* > “I will work to fund the USDA and the DOJ Antitrust Division, and to make them enforce the law. I will fight to mandate standardized packer contracts and USDA transparency reporting.” Source: Mark Cohen for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### David J. Else Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants first-time farmers to get down-payment grants and low-interest loans, and says reversing trade wars would be a first step. > “I also want to make it so first-time farmers can get grants to help pay the down payment on a farm. And low-interest loans because we need youth back on the farm.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 Primary voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “If we can try to reverse Trump’s trade wars, that’s a first step.” Source: Nebraska Public Media, "3rd Congressional District voter guide: Meet the Nebraskans running", · News article · published 2026-10-01 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Adrian Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he works to expand market access for Nebraska farmers and ranchers and champions year-round E15 sales. *Campaign website text:* > “As chair of the Trade Subcommittee and the Agriculture Trade Caucus, Adrian fights to expand market access for Nebraska’s farmers and ranchers.” Source: Adrian Smith for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “As chair of the Congressional Biofuels Caucus, he champions year-round E15 sales.” Source: Adrian Smith for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Becky Kelly Stille Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says saving family farms would be her top priority and that she would prioritize expanding markets for Nebraska farmers. *Campaign website text:* > “I’ll strongly support our family farmers. As the next Congresswomen from Nebraska’s 3rd, saving family farms will be my top priority.” Source: Becky Stille for U.S. Congress, "About Becky Stille, Democrat for Congress in Nebraska's 3rd", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I would prioritize health care reform, tariffs, livable wages and expanding markets for Nebraska's farmers, because these are the issues most often raised by those in our district.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Health care #### Macey Budke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants stable rural hospitals, EMS and behavioral health services, and supports a public coverage option alongside private insurance. > “Rural communities need stable hospitals, EMS, behavioral health services and a workforce strong enough to keep care close to home.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support universal access with choice. People should have a public coverage option available to them while keeping the ability to choose private insurance.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Macey Budke, Candidate Profile (U.S. Rep., Dist. 3)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Mark Cohen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports some form of healthcare for all Americans and cites his experience with publicly funded medicine in the Air Force. *Campaign website text:* > “I Support Some Form of Healthcare For All Americans. I had publicly funded medicine in the Air Force, and it worked just fine.” Source: Mark Cohen for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### David J. Else Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to keep the Affordable Care Act and add dental insurance to it. > “I also would like to add dental insurance to ACA.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “This was before Obamacare, which we need to keep.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Adrian Smith No public position found. #### Becky Kelly Stille Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to expand health care access by funding rural hospitals, lowering prescription drug costs and supporting the ACA. *Campaign website text:* > “On healthcare, I’ll expand access to healthcare by funding rural hospitals, lower prescription drug costs, and the ACA.” Source: Becky Stille for U.S. Congress, "About Becky Stille, Democrat for Congress in Nebraska's 3rd", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I will advocate for improved health care for all Americans.” Source: Becky Stille for U.S. Congress, "Becky's Stands on the Top Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Abortion #### Macey Budke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says abortion decisions should be made by the patient with their medical provider and that government should not substitute political judgment. > “Abortion decisions should be made by the patient in consultation with their medical provider, based on the patient’s health, circumstances, and medical standards of care. Government should not substitute political judgment for individualized medical decision-making.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Macey Budke, Candidate Profile (U.S. Rep., Dist. 3)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Mark Cohen No public position found. #### David J. Else No public position found. #### Adrian Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says life begins at conception and ends at natural death, and cites Pro-Life Caucus membership, opposition to taxpayer-funded abortions and a vote to end federal funding for Planned Parenthood. *Campaign website text:* > “Life begins at conception and ends at natural death.” Source: Adrian Smith for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “As a member of the Congressional Pro-Life Caucus, Adrian has consistently stood against taxpayer-funded abortions and voted to end federal funding for Planned Parenthood, the nation’s largest abortion provider.” Source: Adrian Smith for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Becky Kelly Stille Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she strongly supports “a woman's right to make her own healthcare decisions” with her doctor. *Campaign website text:* > “I strongly support a woman's right to make her own healthcare decisions privately with her own doctor.” Source: Becky Stille for U.S. Congress, "Becky's Stands on the Top Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Immigration and the border #### Macey Budke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Does not support the president's broad deportation approach and says people who pose a genuine public safety threat should be prioritized for removal through due process. > “I do not support President Trump’s broad deportation approach. People who pose a genuine public safety threat should be prioritized for removal through due process, but indiscriminate raids, family separation and treating entire communities as suspects are neither responsible nor effective.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mark Cohen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports enforcing immigration laws and opposes the president's deportation approach; calls for sensible immigration reform that recognizes immigrants are critical to Nebraska's agricultural and other industries. > “We should enforce our laws. I do not support the president’s deportation approach.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “We must work for sensible immigration reform that recognizes that immigrants are critical to Nebraska’s agricultural and other industries.” Source: Mark Cohen for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### David J. Else Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to make work visas easier to obtain, followed by a pathway to citizenship for hardworking immigrants who are not criminals. > “On immigration, I would like to make it easier for immigrants to get a work visa, then a pathway to U.S. citizenship if they are not criminals and are hardworking people.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Adrian Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he voted to finish the border wall and increase Border Patrol funding, and supports an immigration policy that values the contributions of those who came legally. > “I support an immigration policy that ensures the safety of our homeland, restores common sense to our immigration system and acknowledges and values the contributions of those who came to our nation legally, as my great grandparents did.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “In Congress, Adrian voted to finish the wall, increase funding for the Border Patrol to stop illegal immigration and drugs, remove illegal immigrants from the census, and ensure only U.S. citizens can vote.” Source: Adrian Smith for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Becky Kelly Stille Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Does not support the administration's deportation approach and says a secure border is essential for upholding the rule of law, safeguarding economic interests and citizens' well-being. > “I do not support the deportation approach of this administration. Masks should never be worn, identification should be visible, warrants should be in hand, and no one should ever just be taken off the streets.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “A secure border is not just a matter of national defense, it’s essential for upholding the rule of law, safeguarding our economic interests, and ensuring the well-being of our citizens.” Source: Becky Stille for U.S. Congress, "Becky's Stands on the Top Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Education and school choice #### Macey Budke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports policies to strengthen rural schools, teacher recruitment and retention and career and technical education, and wants reliable funding and stronger special education support. *Campaign website text:* > “She supports practical education policies that strengthen rural schools, improve teacher recruitment and retention, expand career and technical education, and ensure students in every part of Nebraska have access to meaningful opportunity.” Source: Budke for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Schools need reliable funding, stronger special education support and better tools to recruit and retain teachers.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mark Cohen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants federal student-loan forgiveness for teachers who commit to five years in rural districts and a pay floor for starting teachers. *Campaign website text:* > “Congress should offer federal student-loan forgiveness for teachers who commit to five years in rural districts, and establish a pay floor so starting teachers in NE-03 aren’t driven out of the profession by better-paying jobs across the state line.” Source: Mark Cohen for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### David J. Else No public position found. #### Adrian Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he secured a legislative victory in support of school choice. > “I am proudly pro-life, a staunch supporter of the Second Amendment, a leader on economic freedom issues in the House and last year I secured a historic legislative victory in support of school choice.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Becky Kelly Stille Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to invest in schools so every child from preschool to college has the tools to succeed. *Campaign website text:* > “We must invest in our schools, ensuring every child in Nebraska’s 3rd, from preschool to college, has the tools they need to succeed.” Source: Becky Stille for U.S. Congress, "About Becky Stille, Democrat for Congress in Nebraska's 3rd", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Macey Budke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a diversified energy mix including nuclear, wind, solar, natural gas, storage and stronger transmission. > “There is no single source that should carry the entire load. A reliable grid needs a diversified energy mix that includes nuclear, wind, solar, natural gas, storage, and stronger transmission.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Macey Budke, Candidate Profile (U.S. Rep., Dist. 3)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Mark Cohen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Calls fossil fuels a necessary bridge while the country works toward cleaner energy. *Campaign website text:* > “Fossil fuels are a necessary bridge while we work toward cleaner energy” Source: Mark Cohen for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### David J. Else No public position found. #### Adrian Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports increasing domestic energy production and year-round E15 sales, saying ethanol lowers pump prices and supports farmers. > “Increasing domestic energy production strengthens our economy, lowers costs and reduces our dependence on foreign adversaries like China and Russia.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I have long advocated for year-round E15 because ethanol helps lower prices at the pump, supports our farmers and rural communities and strengthens American energy independence.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Becky Kelly Stille No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Macey Budke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports lawful gun ownership with background checks, trafficking enforcement, safe storage and narrow red-flag laws; supports moving marijuana to Schedule III. > “The Second Amendment protects lawful gun ownership, and public safety measures should respect that right. I support thorough background checks, stronger enforcement against illegal trafficking and prohibited purchasers, responsible firearm storage, and narrowly tailored red-flag laws with strong due-process protections.” Source: iVoterGuide, "Macey Budke, Candidate Profile (U.S. Rep., Dist. 3)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I support reclassifying marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mark Cohen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes efforts to weaken the Second Amendment and supports legalizing and regulating marijuana for adults. > “I’ll resist any attempts by a Democratic-controlled House to weaken the Second Amendment.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support legalizing and regulating marijuana for adults.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### David J. Else Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports medical cannabis. > “I support medical cannabis even though I have never even drank.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Adrian Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports the Second Amendment and opposes new federal gun control measures; opposes marijuana reclassification and cites public health and safety concerns. *Campaign website text:* > “Adrian supports the Second Amendment and opposes Democrat attempts to impose new gun control measures on the American people.” Source: Adrian Smith for Congress, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I am concerned about the harmful effects marijuana can have on our communities and have opposed reclassification.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Becky Kelly Stille Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports the Second Amendment right to bear arms for law-abiding citizens, paired with a commitment to prevent violence. *Campaign website text:* > “In the spirit of upholding the foundation of our great nation, it is imperative that we recognize and respect the Second Amendment, ensuring every law-abiding citizen’s right to bear arms.” Source: Becky Stille for U.S. Congress, "Becky's Stands on the Top Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Our commitment to the Second Amendment should be paralleled by an equally strong commitment to prevent violence and safeguard our communities.” Source: Becky Stille for U.S. Congress, "Becky's Stands on the Top Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Elections and government #### Macey Budke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports making Election Day a federal holiday, early and mail voting options, paper ballots and routine post-election audits. > “I support making Election Day a federal holiday, maintaining meaningful early and mail voting options, using voter-verifiable paper ballots and conducting routine post-election audits.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mark Cohen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he will fight attempts to change voting rules to obtain a specific outcome, and supports paper ballots or a voter-verifiable paper audit trail in every election. > “I will fight any attempt to change the voting rules to obtain a specific outcome.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support paper ballots or a voter-verifiable paper audit trail in every election.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### David J. Else Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says voting rights should not be changed so a party can win. > “We shouldn't change any voting rights just so our party can win.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Adrian Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he supported and helped pass the SAVE America Act as a step toward strengthening election safeguards and public trust in elections. > “That is why I supported and helped pass the SAVE America Act in the House — an important step toward strengthening election safeguards and reinforcing public trust in our electoral system.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "U.S. House, 3rd Congressional District (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Becky Kelly Stille No public position found. ## Governor and Lieutenant Governor (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/governor/ 4 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. ### Candidates - [Rick Beard](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/rick-beard.md) with Keenya Barnes, Legal Marijuana NOW - [Brett Lindstrom](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/brett-lindstrom.md) with Michael Picard, America First - [Jim Pillen](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/jim-pillen.md) with Joe Kelly, Republican, incumbent - [Lynne Walz](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/lynne-walz.md) with Ben Steffen, Democratic Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Rick Beard | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Brett Lindstrom | yes | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | yes | — | yes | | Jim Pillen | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Lynne Walz | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Rick Beard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports higher income tax rates on top earners and ending excessive corporate tax breaks. > “Raise income taxes by one or two points on Nebraska's top earners with incremental brackets for different levels of earning.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “We need to quit giving excessive tax breaks to corporations and require them to pay their fair share of community needs through appropriately taxing and charging them for local resource consumption.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Brett Lindstrom Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans a seven-year rolling average for property valuations and to slow state spending growth so tax relief can come without raising sales, income or other taxes. > “My plan would use a seven-year rolling average for valuations across residential, commercial and agricultural property, creating greater stability and preventing the dramatic valuation spikes that have contributed to our property tax problem.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “By keeping state spending from growing faster than the private-sector economy, we can maintain a stable budget and return those savings to taxpayers without raising sales, income or other taxes.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jim Pillen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants hard caps on local spending and limits on valuation growth to address property taxes, and lower state income tax rates further. > “For starters, hard caps to rein in local spending (the main driver behind increasing property taxes) and preventing runaway valuation growth would go a long way.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Jim Pillen for Nebraska’s Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “On income tax rates, we slashed them from 6.8% to 3.99% – and I’d like to see us drive that percentage down even more.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Jim Pillen for Nebraska’s Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Lynne Walz Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to expand the homestead exemption, cap valuation growth and change the school aid formula; also proposes a ban on price gouging and a gas tax holiday. > “As governor, I will expand the homestead exemption, cap how fast valuations can rise, and fix the school aid formula so the state pays its share instead of pushing the bill onto your house.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Lynne Walz for Nebraska Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I'll ban price gouging so corporations can't exploit Nebraska consumers in tough times. I'll enact a gas tax holiday to deliver real relief at the pump.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Rick Beard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports ending ImagiNE Nebraska Act tax incentives for all Nebraska data centers. > “I fully support rescinding ImagiNE Nebraska Act tax incentives for new Nebraska data centers. This should apply to all Nebraska data centers, not just new hyperscale projects.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Brett Lindstrom Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to build housing near jobs, expand the electrical grid, finish rural broadband and grow the economy rather than raise taxes. > “We need to build housing where jobs already exist, protect public power and expand our electrical grid, finish rural broadband, encourage entrepreneurship and technology, and process more of what Nebraska grows right here in Nebraska.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “We don’t need to raise taxes to generate revenue; we need to grow Nebraska’s economy, population, businesses and tax base.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jim Pillen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Points to the Grow the Good Life Act, which he signed, as a way to help businesses attract new families to Nebraska. > “Over the coming years, we’ll see the impact of LB 1165 — The Grow the Good Life Act — I signed into law to help businesses attract new families to Nebraska.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Lynne Walz Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to restart the Department of Economic Development and provide tools to grow and attract businesses. > “I will reboot the Department of Economic Development and bring in local leaders to recruit businesses that fit their own communities.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Lynne Walz for Nebraska Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I will provide tools to grow and support businesses and attract new businesses to our state.” Source: Lynne Walz for Governor, "Lynne Walz for Governor", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Rick Beard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to create an industrial hemp industry that gives farmers a new rotational crop and rural manufacturing jobs. > “We also want to promote an industrial hemp industry, which is completely different from medical cannabis” Source: Nebraska Public Media, "Nebraska governor’s voter guide: Meet the four candidates", · News article · published 2026-09-21 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “A separate industrial hemp industry will give farmers a new rotational crop, create rural manufacturing jobs and make Nebraska a pioneer in renewable green-building materials.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Brett Lindstrom Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to change how agricultural land is valued to reflect its income-producing capability, and to keep more Nebraska-grown products processed in Nebraska. > “For agricultural land, we would also reform the valuation approach to better reflect its income-producing capability.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Keep more of what Nebraska grows getting processed in Nebraska. Finish the job on rural internet.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jim Pillen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says his administration banned bioreactor-grown "meat" and introduced legislation so family farmers and ranchers own their agricultural data. > “We banned bioreactor-grown "meat" and introduced legislation to ensure family farmers and ranchers own their agricultural data, not publicly traded corporations.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Lynne Walz Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans a day-one proclamation and an agricultural advisory council, and says she will push to reopen farm markets closed by the trade war. > “On day one, I will sign a proclamation declaring Nebraska agriculture and livestock friendly and stand up an agricultural advisory council, so farmers and ranchers have a seat at the table before decisions are made, not after.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Lynne Walz for Nebraska Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “The trade war closed markets Nebraska farmers spent decades building, and our governor didn’t speak up for them. I will push aggressively to reopen those markets and find new ones.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Lynne Walz for Nebraska Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Health care #### Rick Beard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says a state-run cannabis program would lighten the load on the health care system by providing alternative treatment and addiction relief. > “This program directly lightens the load of our stressed healthcare system by providing alternative treatment for many medical conditions and addiction relief.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Brett Lindstrom No public position found. #### Jim Pillen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says federal rural health funding Nebraska received will help build infrastructure and technology to support rural hospitals. > “Under my leadership, Nebraska was one of the top states in the nation in receiving funding from the federal Rural Health Transformation Program. It will be a game changer in helping us build the infrastructure and technology needed to support rural hospitals across our state.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Jim Pillen for Nebraska’s Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Lynne Walz Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will restore investment in University of Nebraska Medical Center research and community colleges, and that expanding rural broadband will help bring telehealth to rural patients. > “Governor Pillen cut research at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, and our community colleges, where so many of our nurses train, are being squeezed. I will restore that investment.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Lynne Walz for Nebraska Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Expanding rural broadband will help bring telehealth to those patients and let young professionals work from the towns they love.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Lynne Walz for Nebraska Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Abortion #### Rick Beard No public position found. #### Brett Lindstrom No public position found. #### Jim Pillen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says abortion providers will not be allowed to skirt accountability while claiming state money, in comments on a November 2025 order on state funding. > “We’re not going to let abortion providers skirt accountability while claiming our money” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Pillen signs order cutting off state tax dollars to Nebraska abortion providers", · News article · published 2025-11-06 · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Lynne Walz No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Rick Beard No public position found. #### Brett Lindstrom No public position found. #### Jim Pillen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says Nebraska supports President Trump's work with Secretary Noem to arrest and deport people he calls "criminal, illegal aliens," in an August 2025 statement. > “We want President Trump to know that Nebraska is supportive and grateful for his ongoing, critical work with Secretary (Kristi) Noem to arrest and deport criminal, illegal aliens” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Pillen faces blowback on Nebraska immigration stance, releases ‘Pillen Playbook 2.0’ platform", · News article · published 2026-09-09 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Lynne Walz No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Rick Beard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Proposes sending 90% of state-run cannabis program profits to public schools to remove the need for local levy hikes. > “When we distribute 90% of all profits from our state-run cannabis program to our public schools and $300 million a year goes to our schools, it eliminates the need for local levy hikes.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Brett Lindstrom No public position found. #### Jim Pillen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports giving families a say in their children's schooling and opted Nebraska into the federal scholarship tax credit. > “Not every teaching environment fits every student so I am a big believer in giving families a say in the type of education that is right.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Jim Pillen for Nebraska’s Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I was the first Governor in America to opt into the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit, which will allow taxpayers to direct up to $1,700 to a qualified scholarship granting organization (SGO) in exchange for a 100% dollar-for-dollar credit on their federal income taxes.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Jim Pillen for Nebraska’s Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Lynne Walz Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will honor the 2024 vote repealing the voucher law and work to restore the share of income taxes returned to local schools to 20%. > “But in 2024, Nebraskans voted to repeal the voucher law, and I will honor that vote.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Lynne Walz for Nebraska Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “As governor, I will work to bring it back to 20%, so the state pays its share and your tax dollars come home to educate your kids.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Lynne Walz for Nebraska Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Rick Beard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a moratorium on data centers until their effects on water, infrastructure and residents are assessed. > “Put a moratorium on data centers until we can accurately assess the impacts on Nebraska water, infrastructure and citizens.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Brett Lindstrom Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to protect public power and expand the grid before demand outruns it. > “Protect public power and expand the grid before demand outruns it.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jim Pillen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says protecting the aquifer and removing toxins from water are needed, and supports extending coal plants and adding nuclear power. > “We have to protect the health of our aquifer, and we have to ensure that we’re getting toxins out of our water.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Jim Pillen for Nebraska’s Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “We extend our coal plants. We need to have nuclear power.” Source: Nebraska Public Media, "Nebraska governor takes jabs at ‘libtards,’ champions conservative wins in campaign call", · News article · published 2026-01-21 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Lynne Walz Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will protect local control of water decisions by Natural Resources Districts and support soil and water conservation practices. > “On water, Nebraska got it right when we built our Natural Resources Districts so the people closest to the water make the decisions about it. I will protect that local control, and I will keep supporting practices that help producers conserve soil and water, like the cover crop legislation I brought in the Legislature.” Source: KTIV, "Candidate Profile: Lynne Walz for Nebraska Governor", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### Rick Beard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants a state-run cannabis program and says residents should be able to use cannabis with a doctor's recommendation. > “Like a state-run liquor program, we will have a state-run cannabis program with wholesale, retail, testing, enforcement and distribution.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “As long as an adult doctor gives you a recommendation, from this state or any other state, I feel that our citizens should be allowed to use it compassionately” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Beard talks priorities, pivot from Nebraska primary election to Nov. 3 faceoff", · News article · published 2026-07-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Brett Lindstrom No public position found. #### Jim Pillen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Lists protecting the 2nd Amendment among his campaign's plans. *Campaign website text:* > “Protect the 2nd Amendment” Source: Pillen for Governor, "The Pillen Playbook 2.0: Jim’s Plan for a Stronger Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Lynne Walz Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports continued investment in police officers and firefighters to keep communities safe. *Campaign website text:* > “We need strong schools, vibrant community spaces, strong main streets, and continued investments for police officers and firefighters to keep us safe.” Source: Lynne Walz for Governor, "Lynne Walz for Governor", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Elections and government #### Rick Beard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports removing corporate and special interest money from politics through legislation based on the Montana Plan, and says he would uphold the will of voters. > “Removing corporate and special interest money from our politics through legislation based on Montana Plan I-95 is one of the biggest things we can do to protect our economy.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I will uphold the will of the vote, even if I don’t agree with it.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Brett Lindstrom Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he would respect the independence of the judiciary and Legislature while providing executive leadership, and calls for collaboration and accountability. > “I would respect the independence of the judiciary and the Legislature while providing strong executive leadership. Good government requires collaboration and accountability, not constant political conflict.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Governor (Voter Guide: 2026 General Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jim Pillen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to protect election integrity and reform the ballot petition process, and wants to bring back winner-take-all for electoral votes. *Campaign website text:* > “Protect the integrity of our elections and reform the broken ballot petition process” Source: Pillen for Governor, "The Pillen Playbook 2.0: Jim’s Plan for a Stronger Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Bringing back “Winner Take All” legislation to unify Nebraska’s voice at the national level.” Source: Pillen for Governor, "Governor Jim Pillen: Fighting for Nebraska. Delivering Results.", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Lynne Walz Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says elected officials should listen when voters speak on ballot issues, and promises honest, transparent government. *Campaign website text:* > “When the voters speak, our job as representatives is to listen.” Source: Lynne Walz for Governor, "Lynne Walz for Governor", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I will fight for an honest, transparent government. It’s time to provide full transparency to Nebraskans and stop corruptive behaviors.” Source: Lynne Walz for Governor, "Lynne Walz for Governor", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Secretary of State (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/secretary-of-state/ 4 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. ### Candidates - [Bob Krist](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/bob-krist.md), America First - [Scott Petersen](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/scott-petersen.md), Republican - [Paul Rumbaugh](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/paul-rumbaugh.md), Nebraska Working People - [Sarah J. Slattery](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/sarah-j-slattery.md), Democratic Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Bob Krist | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | yes | | Scott Petersen | — | yes | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | yes | | Paul Rumbaugh | — | — | yes | — | — | — | — | — | — | yes | | Sarah J. Slattery | — | yes | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Bob Krist No public position found. #### Scott Petersen No public position found. #### Paul Rumbaugh No public position found. #### Sarah J. Slattery No public position found. ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Bob Krist No public position found. #### Scott Petersen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants it to be easy to start a business in Nebraska and says government should help businesses grow. > “We absolutely have to make sure it is easy to start a business and be successful in Nebraska” Source: KOLN 10/11 (WOWT), "Nebraska Secretary of State candidates outline priorities", · News article · published 2026-10-12 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Government should help businesses grow, not slow them down.” Source: Petersen for Nebraska, "Petersen's Plan for Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Paul Rumbaugh No public position found. #### Sarah J. Slattery Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to reevaluate hurdles faced by entrepreneurs and says she would bring a business-minded approach to modernize state operations and support economic growth. > “I’d like to reevaluate the hurdles that entrepreneurs face in their quest to make their dreams a reality.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Secretary of State (2026 general election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “As Secretary of State, I will bring that exact business-minded approach to Lincoln to modernize our operations and support economic growth.” Source: Slattery for Nebraska, "Supporting Nebraska Business", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Bob Krist No public position found. #### Scott Petersen No public position found. #### Paul Rumbaugh Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Lists rebuilding Nebraska's export trade and supporting farmers, ranchers and family-owned businesses as his second priority. > “My second priority is to help rebuild Nebraska's export trade and provide support to our farmers, ranchers and family-owned businesses.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Secretary of State (2026 general election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Sarah J. Slattery No public position found. ### Health care #### Bob Krist No public position found. #### Scott Petersen No public position found. #### Paul Rumbaugh No public position found. #### Sarah J. Slattery No public position found. ### Abortion #### Bob Krist No public position found. #### Scott Petersen No public position found. #### Paul Rumbaugh No public position found. #### Sarah J. Slattery No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Bob Krist No public position found. #### Scott Petersen No public position found. #### Paul Rumbaugh No public position found. #### Sarah J. Slattery No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Bob Krist No public position found. #### Scott Petersen No public position found. #### Paul Rumbaugh No public position found. #### Sarah J. Slattery No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Bob Krist No public position found. #### Scott Petersen No public position found. #### Paul Rumbaugh No public position found. #### Sarah J. Slattery No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Bob Krist No public position found. #### Scott Petersen No public position found. #### Paul Rumbaugh No public position found. #### Sarah J. Slattery No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Bob Krist Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says in-person, absentee, early and mail-in voting must be protected and that the election process does not need radical change. > “In-person, absentee, early and mail-in voting must be protected!” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Secretary of State (2026 general election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I do not believe our election process needs radical change.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Secretary of State (2026 general election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Scott Petersen Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports voter ID with citizenship verification, limiting mail-in voting to legitimate cases and banning ballot harvesting. *Campaign website text:* > “Support meaningful voter ID with citizenship verification” Source: Petersen for Nebraska, "Petersen's Plan for Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support commonsense reforms such as limiting mail-in voting to legitimate cases, banning ballot harvesting and restoring local control to Nebraska’s counties.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Secretary of State (2026 general election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Paul Rumbaugh Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he would not outright change anything in the 11 counties that administer mail-in-only elections. > “As far as the 11 counties that administer mail-in-only elections, I would not outright change anything.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Secretary of State (2026 general election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Sarah J. Slattery Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to work on same-day voter registration and says no changes are needed to absentee voting, including in the 11 mail-in-only counties. > “The main thing I’d like to work on is same-day voter registration.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Secretary of State (2026 general election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I don’t believe any changes are necessary regarding absentee voting, particularly in our 11 mail-in-only counties.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Secretary of State (2026 general election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Attorney General (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/attorney-general/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. ### Candidates - [Jocelyn Brasher](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/jocelyn-brasher.md), Democratic - [Mike Hilgers](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/mike-hilgers.md), Republican, incumbent Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Jocelyn Brasher | yes | — | — | — | — | yes | — | — | yes | yes | | Mike Hilgers | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Jocelyn Brasher Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will hold corporations accountable for illegal price gouging, antitrust violations and monopolistic practices that increase costs for Nebraska families. *Campaign website text:* > “will hold corporations accountable that engage in illegal price gouging, antitrust violations, and monopolistic practices that increase costs for Nebraska families.” Source: Brasher for NE AG, "Protect Nebraska Consumers", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Mike Hilgers No public position found. ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Jocelyn Brasher No public position found. #### Mike Hilgers No public position found. ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Jocelyn Brasher No public position found. #### Mike Hilgers No public position found. ### Health care #### Jocelyn Brasher No public position found. #### Mike Hilgers No public position found. ### Abortion #### Jocelyn Brasher No public position found. #### Mike Hilgers No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Jocelyn Brasher Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she would work to ensure immigration enforcement in Nebraska follows constitutional requirements and due process. > “work to ensure immigration enforcement in Nebraska complies with constitutional requirements and due process.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Jocelyn Brasher enters Nebraska AG race, squares off with former boss", · News article · published 2026-02-11 · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Mike Hilgers No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Jocelyn Brasher No public position found. #### Mike Hilgers No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Jocelyn Brasher No public position found. #### Mike Hilgers No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Jocelyn Brasher Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to target violent crime, human trafficking, substance abuse and child exploitation, including a task force on online crimes against children. *Campaign website text:* > “Jocelyn’s plan targets cracking down on violent crimes, human trafficking, and the substance abuse epidemic, as well as child exploitation by establishing the PROTECT Task Force - Protecting Rights Online Through Enforcement, Collaboration, and Technology.” Source: Brasher for NE AG, "Strengthen Public Safety", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Mike Hilgers Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he has focused on protecting minors, cracking down on scammers and securing serious criminal convictions. > “I have focused on protecting minors and defending parental rights, cracking down on scammers to protect consumers, as well as securing serious criminal convictions to keep our communities safe.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Jocelyn Brasher enters Nebraska AG race, squares off with former boss", · News article · published 2026-02-11 · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Elections and government #### Jocelyn Brasher Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the attorney general's office should be independent and focused on the people, and should uphold the will of the voters. > “Nebraskans deserve an attorney general who respects the rule of law, upholds the will of the voters and fights for fairness and accountability. This office should be independent, principled and focused on the people it serves — not politics.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Attorney General (2026 primary voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Mike Hilgers Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says his priority is leading the best law firm in the country and fighting unaccountable sources of power. > “My priority is to lead the best pound-for-pound law firm in the United States. If reelected, I will continue to fight unaccountable sources of power that seek to control, harm or defraud Nebraskans.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Attorney General (2026 primary voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ## State Treasurer (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/state-treasurer/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. ### Candidates - [Daniel Ebers](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/daniel-ebers.md), Democratic - [Joey Spellerberg](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/joey-spellerberg.md), Republican, incumbent Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Daniel Ebers | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | yes | | Joey Spellerberg | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Daniel Ebers No public position found. #### Joey Spellerberg Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says housing affordability is a concern and that he worked with the Legislature on a first-time homebuyer savings account. > “Housing affordability is also a major concern. That’s why I worked with the Legislature to pass LB 938, the First-Time Homebuyers Savings Account, to help more Nebraskans achieve homeownership.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska State Treasurer", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Daniel Ebers No public position found. #### Joey Spellerberg Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he supports policies that keep Nebraska’s economy growing and affordable, and wants to root out waste, fraud and abuse. > “At the same time, we need to continue rooting out waste, fraud and abuse, strengthening our state’s financial future and supporting policies that keep Nebraska’s economy growing and affordable.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska State Treasurer", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Daniel Ebers No public position found. #### Joey Spellerberg No public position found. ### Health care #### Daniel Ebers No public position found. #### Joey Spellerberg No public position found. ### Abortion #### Daniel Ebers No public position found. #### Joey Spellerberg No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Daniel Ebers No public position found. #### Joey Spellerberg No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Daniel Ebers No public position found. #### Joey Spellerberg No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Daniel Ebers No public position found. #### Joey Spellerberg No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Daniel Ebers No public position found. #### Joey Spellerberg No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Daniel Ebers Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he would make the Treasurer’s Office more efficient, build trust in it, and have it serve all Nebraskans. > “I would work hard to make the Treasurer’s Office more efficient. I want people to have trust in the Treasurer's Office.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska State Treasurer", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “The office of the Nebraska state treasurer needs to be available to help all Nebraskans, and I will work hard to help all citizens of our state.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska State Treasurer", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Joey Spellerberg Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he wants state spending to be visible to the public, and lists transparency, return on investments and returning unclaimed property as priorities. > “The goal is simple: Nebraskans should be able to see where their tax dollars are coming from and where they are going.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska State Treasurer", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “As state treasurer, my priorities remain focused on increasing transparency in government spending, ensuring taxpayers receive a strong return on state investments and aggressively returning unclaimed property to its rightful owners.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska State Treasurer", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Auditor of Public Accounts (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/auditor/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. ### Candidates - [Mike Foley](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/mike-foley.md), Republican, incumbent - [John Knight](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/john-knight.md), America First Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Mike Foley | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | yes | | John Knight | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Mike Foley No public position found. #### John Knight No public position found. ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Mike Foley No public position found. #### John Knight No public position found. ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Mike Foley No public position found. #### John Knight No public position found. ### Health care #### Mike Foley No public position found. #### John Knight No public position found. ### Abortion #### Mike Foley No public position found. #### John Knight No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Mike Foley No public position found. #### John Knight No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Mike Foley No public position found. #### John Knight No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Mike Foley No public position found. #### John Knight No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Mike Foley No public position found. #### John Knight No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Mike Foley Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says there need to be consequences when his office finds these kinds of abuses, and that there are. > “There needs to be consequences when we find these kinds of abuses, and there are.” Source: Fox News, "Red state auditor reports explosion in fraud tips, targets state employees racking up taxpayer waste", · News article · published 2026-05-16 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### John Knight No public position found. ## Legislature, District 2 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-2/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Dean Helmick](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/dean-helmick.md) - [Caitlin Knutson](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/caitlin-knutson.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Dean Helmick | yes | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | yes | yes | yes | | Caitlin Knutson | yes | — | yes | yes | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Dean Helmick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes reversing or pausing current individual income tax reductions and says Nebraskans need tax relief rather than a tax shift. > “I do not believe we should reverse course or pause any of the current individual tax reductions.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 2 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Nebraskans need real tax relief, not another tax shift.” Source: Helmick for Legislature, "The Helmick Plan", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Caitlin Knutson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants broad-based homeowner relief by closing tax loopholes, plus a state child tax credit and no tax on overtime and tips. *Campaign website text:* > “We can and must deliver broad-based relief for all homeowners by closing special interest tax loopholes that primarily benefit the wealthy and well-connected.” Source: Knutson for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support ending the tax on overtime and tips, establishing a state-level child tax credit that has worked in other states to help middle-class parents pay for childcare and expanding the earned income tax credit to reward work and lessen taxpayer burdens for public assistance.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 2 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Dean Helmick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the best way to stabilize the state budget is to grow the economy through more jobs and new businesses. > “The best way to stabilize Nebraska’s budget is to grow our economy. That means creating more jobs, attracting new businesses and giving Nebraskans a reason to stay here.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 2 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Caitlin Knutson No public position found. ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Dean Helmick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to reduce the property tax burden on farmland, stop tax increases on farm equipment and repairs, and cut unnecessary regulations. *Campaign website text:* > “I’ll fight to reduce the property tax burden on farmland, stop tax increases on farm equipment and repairs, and eliminate unnecessary regulations.” Source: Helmick for Legislature, "The Helmick Plan", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Caitlin Knutson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says farmers want to grow hemp but face red tape and too few processing facilities, and supports allowing hemp for agricultural and economic growth. > “Farmers in Cass County have told me they would be open to growing hemp, but there is too much government red tape to make it viable as a crop, and there aren’t enough processing facilities. We should allow for ag and economic growth with hemp.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 2 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Health care #### Dean Helmick No public position found. #### Caitlin Knutson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports capping medical debt and sheltering the family home from medical bills for non-elective care. *Campaign website text:* > “We should cap medical debt and shelter the family home from medical bills that pile up for non-elective care.” Source: Knutson for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Abortion #### Dean Helmick No public position found. #### Caitlin Knutson No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Dean Helmick No public position found. #### Caitlin Knutson No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Dean Helmick No public position found. #### Caitlin Knutson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports keeping public funding for public schools and a state bill setting guidelines for classroom technology use. *Campaign website text:* > “Like the majority of Nebraska voters, I strongly support keeping public funding for public schools.” Source: Knutson for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I propose we adopt a bill tasking our state Department of Education with crafting policies and guidelines for data-backed technological use in the classroom for each grade level.” Source: Knutson for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Dean Helmick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the state must protect farm ground, public power, ratepayers and water, and must not force a data center on a community. > “The state must always protect our prime farm ground, safeguard our public power system and the individual ratepayer, and preserve our most precious resource (water).” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 2 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “The state government can never be allowed to force a data center on a community.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 2 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Caitlin Knutson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a one-year moratorium on data centers, ending their tax breaks and nondisclosure agreements, and making them pay for their power. > “I support a one-year moratorium, the end of sweetheart taxpayer-funded corporate welfare for these data centers and increased transparency by strengthening our open meetings laws and ending nondisclosure agreements so citizens can understand what is happening up front, not after the fact when it’s too late.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 2 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I will fight to make sure data centers pay for their power and don't pass the cost onto us.” Source: Knutson for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### Dean Helmick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to defend Second Amendment rights, support stronger penalties for violent and repeat offenders, and oppose defunding the police. *Campaign website text:* > “In the Legislature, I’ll defend our Second Amendment rights, protect free speech and religious liberty, stand for innocent life, and oppose government overreach.” Source: Helmick for Legislature, "The Helmick Plan", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I’ll support stronger penalties for violent and repeat offenders, oppose defunding the police, and always back the blue.” Source: Helmick for Legislature, "The Helmick Plan", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Caitlin Knutson No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Dean Helmick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports keeping the filibuster and the 33-vote cloture threshold, and opposes modifying ballot initiative or referendum rules. > “I believe the filibuster must remain in place with the threshold for cloture remaining at 33 votes.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 2 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I do not support modifying Nebraska’s ballot initiative or referendum rules.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 2 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Caitlin Knutson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says voter-approved ballot measures should be respected as law, and supports the current filibuster system. *Campaign website text:* > “In a democracy, when we vote on an issue, it's not a suggestion, it's the law.” Source: Knutson for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support the current system because my district includes a lot of rural areas and without strong minority rights, rural interests could be hurt.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 2 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 4 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-4/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [R. Brad von Gillern](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/r-brad-von-gillern.md), incumbent - [Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/cindy-maxwell-ostdiek.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | R. Brad von Gillern | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek | yes | yes | — | yes | — | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### R. Brad von Gillern Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to move from property tax relief to reform by tightening spending limits on local taxing entities, and opposes rolling back or stalling the income tax step-down. > “We must move from property tax relief to property tax reform. I developed a multipoint plan that tightens spending limits on property taxing entities such as schools, counties and cities.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 4 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “There is no upside to rolling back the income tax rate or stalling the step-down.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 4 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to raise the homestead exemption to the first $100,000 of valuation, block tax hikes on working Nebraskans, and seek bipartisan property tax solutions. > “I will block tax hikes on working Nebraskans, increase the homestead exemption on property taxes to the first $100,000 of a home’s valuation and attract more providers in critical areas such as childcare or home construction to promote competition and lower costs.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 4 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I am committed to bringing bipartisan solutions to fix our broken property tax system so you can keep more of what you earn.” Source: Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek for Legislature, "On the issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### R. Brad von Gillern Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Lists job creation and educational opportunity as top priorities. > “Job creation, combined with increasing quality of life for all Nebraskans through the best educational opportunities possible, are also top priorities.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 4 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to regularly examine business regulations and remove outdated provisions that hurt small businesses. *Campaign website text:* > “Nebraska has over 76,000 regulations on businesses, driving up costs for consumers. We must regularly examine these regulations and remove outdated provisions which hurt small businesses.” Source: Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek for Legislature, "On the issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### R. Brad von Gillern No public position found. #### Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek No public position found. ### Health care #### R. Brad von Gillern No public position found. #### Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will work to ensure Nebraskans can get medicine and treatment and to reduce prescription drug costs. *Campaign website text:* > “I am committed to ensuring every Nebraskan can get the medicine and treatment they need and will work to reduce prescription drug costs.” Source: Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek for Legislature, "On the issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Abortion #### R. Brad von Gillern No public position found. #### Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### R. Brad von Gillern No public position found. #### Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### R. Brad von Gillern Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he has supported major investments in public schools, asks whether they deliver results, and wants a school funding system that works for all of Nebraska. *Campaign website text:* > “I’ve supported major investments in Nebraska’s public schools while continuing to ask an important question: Are we getting the results our students deserve?” Source: von Gillern for Nebraska, "Priority Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “We need a school funding system that works for all of Nebraska today, and we need to prepare young people for college, the skilled trades and careers that can keep them right here in Nebraska.” Source: von Gillern for Nebraska, "Priority Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will work to ensure schools have funding, staff and resources. *Campaign website text:* > “I will work to ensure our schools have the funding, staff, and resources they need to set up each Nebraskan for success and will stand up to political attacks on our schools.” Source: Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek for Legislature, "On the issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### R. Brad von Gillern Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says data centers are necessary for economic competitiveness and need to be done right. > “Understanding that data centers are necessary for economic competitiveness, we certainly need to do them right.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 4 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants data center regulations to protect utility bills and water, and wants to end data center tax exemptions. > “We need regulations in place to ensure Nebraskans don’t have their utility bills hiked because of new developments and that we protect our water supply for future generations.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 4 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “For starters, we can end the tax exemptions for data centers, which have cost the state over $500 million since 2021.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 4 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### R. Brad von Gillern Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports funding police and first responders and holding violent and repeat offenders accountable. *Campaign website text:* > “We should support and properly fund the men and women who protect us, hold violent and repeat offenders accountable and make sure victims aren’t an afterthought.” Source: von Gillern for Nebraska, "Priority Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to work with first responders and support crime prevention and mental health investments. *Campaign website text:* > “I will work collaboratively with first responders to ensure they have the tools they need to keep us safe. I will also support increased investments in evidence-based crime prevention and mental health services which have been proven to save taxpayers money.” Source: Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek for Legislature, "On the issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Elections and government #### R. Brad von Gillern Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports expanding legislative term limits to three terms, and opposes the amendment that would make voter-approved laws harder to change. > “I support a change that would take the limit to three terms instead of two, although I have no intention of serving a third term at this time.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 4 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Like most senators on both sides of the aisle, I am not supportive of the amendment that makes it more difficult to alter voter-approved laws.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 4 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will respect whatever decision voters make on expanding legislative term limits from two to three terms. > “I will respect whatever decision voters make regarding the expansion of term limits from two to three terms.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 4 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 6 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-6/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Patrick Leahy](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/patrick-leahy.md) - [Nate Ostdiek](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/nate-ostdiek.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Patrick Leahy | yes | yes | — | yes | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | | Nate Ostdiek | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | — | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Patrick Leahy Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to lessen the property tax burden on the middle class and says the state could take on a larger role in funding education. *Campaign website text:* > “When I take on re-balancing our property tax system, it will be to lessen the burden on the middle-class so we can keep more of our hard-earned dollars to help us to get ahead.” Source: Leahy for Nebraska, "On The Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “The state, which has access to alternative revenue streams, could take on a larger role in funding education, as we originally did in the ’90s.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Nate Ostdiek Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a $100,000 homestead exemption, targeted property tax relief, and more income tax brackets for higher earners. > “I support an expanded universal homestead exemption for $100,000 off primary home taxable valuation and pieces of legislation like the Property Tax Circuit Breaker Act, which would deliver targeted relief to those most at risk of being forced out of their homes.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “We should design several additional brackets for higher-income earners to stabilize the state budget and ensure that services Nebraskans rely on have the funding they need.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Patrick Leahy Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports tax-free income from second and third jobs and modernizing construction policies to build more housing. > “Income from the second and third jobs should be tax-free in Nebraska so these families who are working hard and often without benefits can spend more time with their family.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “Lastly, we need to continue to modernize our construction policies so we can build more housing at all price points, thus lowering housing costs across the board.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Nate Ostdiek Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports banning large institutional home buyers, ending data center tax breaks, and studying a state model for early childhood education for all families. *Campaign website text:* > “He supports policies that will protect Nebraskans ability to compete and buy a home by banning large scale institutional investors, end data center tax breaks, protect Nebraskan's privacy from surveillance economics, and build out public transportation infrastructure.” Source: Nate Ostdiek for Nebraska Legislature, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “We should study and adopt a similar model here in Nebraska to provide early childhood education for all families as a part of the social infrastructure that people can depend on.” Source: Nate Ostdiek for Nebraska Legislature, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Patrick Leahy No public position found. #### Nate Ostdiek No public position found. ### Health care #### Patrick Leahy Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he will work to expand access to affordable health insurance and end price-gouging on prescription drugs. *Campaign website text:* > “I will work to help more Nebraskans get access to health insurance they can afford and to end price-gouging on prescription drugs.” Source: Leahy for Nebraska, "On The Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Nate Ostdiek No public position found. ### Abortion #### Patrick Leahy No public position found. #### Nate Ostdiek No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Patrick Leahy No public position found. #### Nate Ostdiek No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Patrick Leahy Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants public dollars to go to public schools rather than private entities. *Campaign website text:* > “I will work to keep public dollars going to public schools, not private entities.” Source: Leahy for Nebraska, "On The Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Nate Ostdiek No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Patrick Leahy Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he would vote against any AI data center that uses Ogallala Aquifer resources or public power, or pollutes air, and supports ending data center sales tax exemptions. *Campaign website text:* > “That means voting against any AI data center that tries to use resources from the Ogallala Aquifer, our public power, or pollutes our air.” Source: Leahy for Nebraska, "On The Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support removing the sales tax exemption on data centers because out-of-state companies profiting off of Nebraska’s resources should be paying their fair share.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Nate Ostdiek Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a temporary moratorium on data center development and says he supports Nebraska's publicly owned power grid. > “As a start, the Legislature should pass a temporary moratorium on data center development to prevent further encroachment on Nebraska's natural resources and create space to deliberate on the future of not just data centers but artificial intelligence more broadly.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I support Nebraska’s public power grid. It consistently delivers among the lowest energy costs in the country while being publicly owned, operated and accountable to the voters.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Guns and public safety #### Patrick Leahy No public position found. #### Nate Ostdiek No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Patrick Leahy Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports defending voter-approved ballot measures and Omaha's electoral vote, and supports the current filibuster rules. > “In addition to affordability issues, I also believe we must defend voter-approved ballot measures, protect Omaha’s electoral vote and update our conservation statutes to ensure the next generation has access to clean air and water.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I support the current legislative rules around the filibuster.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Nate Ostdiek Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports the Respect Nebraska Voters ballot initiative and keeping the 33-vote threshold. > “Finally, I support the Respect Nebraska Voters ballot initiative because the Legislature has treated the will of the public as optional, when it really should be the whole point.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “No, I believe the 33-vote threshold is appropriate to ensure adequate deliberation and consensus building.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, District 6 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ## Legislature, District 8 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-8/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Erin Feichtinger](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/erin-feichtinger.md) - [Josh Livingston](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/josh-livingston.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Erin Feichtinger | yes | yes | — | yes | yes | — | yes | yes | — | yes | | Josh Livingston | yes | — | — | yes | — | — | yes | — | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Erin Feichtinger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a universal homestead exemption for homeowners and expanding income tax brackets so those who can least afford the burden get relief. > “I support a universal homestead exemption that immediately reduces property taxes for all Nebraska homeowners.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 8", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “We need to expand our income tax brackets so that those who can afford the burden the least get relief.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 8", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Josh Livingston Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he would prioritize meaningful property tax relief while keeping communities and services adequately funded. > “I would prioritize meaningful ways to effectuate property tax relief while still making sure our communities and services are adequately funded.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 8", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Erin Feichtinger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the economy is built by investing in living-wage jobs, paid leave, affordable health care and policies that let families care for one another. *Campaign website text:* > “We build a strong economy by investing in Nebraskans — creating jobs with living wages, paid leave, making healthcare affordable, and enacting policies that allow families to care for one another.” Source: Erin for Nebraska, "Key Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Josh Livingston No public position found. ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Erin Feichtinger No public position found. #### Josh Livingston No public position found. ### Health care #### Erin Feichtinger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she has spent years fighting to protect programs including Medicaid, SNAP, childcare subsidies and housing assistance. > “I have spent years fighting to protect government programs like SNAP, Medicaid, childcare subsidies and housing assistance because these programs have proven time and again to help stabilize Nebraska families so they can participate fully in our communities and our economy.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 8", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Josh Livingston Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he would prioritize ensuring access to health care for all. > “I would prioritize fully funding our public schools, ensuring access to health care for all and fighting for affordable housing.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 8", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Abortion #### Erin Feichtinger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports Nebraskans deciding if, when and how to become a parent and opposes government coming between a patient and a medical professional. *Campaign website text:* > “I believe in ensuring all Nebraskans have the ability to decide if, when and how to become a parent.” Source: Erin for Nebraska, "Key Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I will never support policies that insert the government between a medical professional and a patient or take away an individual’s right to make decisions about their own bodies, lives, and futures.” Source: Erin for Nebraska, "Key Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Josh Livingston No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Erin Feichtinger No public position found. #### Josh Livingston No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Erin Feichtinger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says supporting public schools includes fair pay and resources for teachers. *Campaign website text:* > “Protecting and supporting our public schools also means supporting our teachers with fair pay and the resources they need to teach generations of Nebraskans.” Source: Erin for Nebraska, "Key Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Josh Livingston Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he would prioritize fully funding public schools. > “I would prioritize fully funding our public schools, ensuring access to health care for all and fighting for affordable housing.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 8", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Erin Feichtinger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should study the impact of data centers before allowing their construction. > “The Nebraska Legislature should absolutely take proactive steps to determine the impact of data centers on our state and communities before allowing their construction” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 8", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Josh Livingston No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Erin Feichtinger No public position found. #### Josh Livingston No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Erin Feichtinger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should not determine the will of voters on ballot initiatives unless directed by ballot language; wants voter-passed issues to become law without unnecessary legislative interference. > “Unless specifically directed to implement legislation by the ballot language itself, the Legislature should not be determining the will of the voters on a ballot initiative.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 8", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “I’ll work to ensure that when voters pass an issue, it becomes law without unnecessary legislative interference.” Source: Erin for Nebraska, "Key Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Josh Livingston Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says laws the Legislature passes to enact voter-approved measures should reflect the directives received from voters. > “When the Legislature is tasked with enacting voter-approved laws, our mandate is clear, and we should ensure that the laws that we pass are reflective of the directives we have received from the voters.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 8", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 10 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-10/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Cindy Johnson](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/cindy-johnson.md) - [Rebecca Rens](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/rebecca-rens.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Cindy Johnson | yes | yes | — | yes | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | | Rebecca Rens | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Cindy Johnson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will not support sales tax increases that disproportionately hurt the middle class; cites exploring a larger homestead exemption for seniors and/or full state school funding. > “I cannot and will not support sales tax increases that disproportionately hurt the middle class.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Whether that’s exploring expanding the homestead exemption to help our seniors and/or fully funding our public schools at the state level so local districts can lower their levy, I’m ready to get the job done for Nebraskans.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Rebecca Rens Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants predictable valuations, limits on excessive property tax growth and spending accountability; cautious about broadening the sales tax; supports reducing income taxes responsibly. > “We should pursue predictability in property valuations, limits on excessive growth in the property tax burden and accountability for those who spend property tax dollars.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I would be cautious about broadening the sales tax that disproportionately affects working families or essential services, and I support reducing income taxes responsibly when the state’s fiscal condition allows.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Cindy Johnson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign says she will work for high-quality jobs and wages that keep up with the cost of living; says state efforts should reduce costs for families. *Campaign website text:* > “She will work to increase access to high quality jobs and wages that keep up with the cost of living.” Source: Cindy Johnson For Nebraska, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “We need to expand efforts at the state level to reduce the cost and burden on families who are barely making ends meet.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Rebecca Rens Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign says she will support policies encouraging innovation, workforce development and fewer regulatory burdens so businesses grow. *Campaign website text:* > “I will support policies that encourage innovation, strengthen workforce development, reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens, and help Nebraska remain a place where businesses grow, families prosper, and young people choose to build their futures.” Source: Rebecca for Nebraska, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Cindy Johnson No public position found. #### Rebecca Rens No public position found. ### Health care #### Cindy Johnson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign says she will work to cut prescription drug costs; says everyone should have access to affordable health care. *Campaign website text:* > “She will work to cut prescription drug costs, while encouraging innovation that ensures Nebraskans are getting the medicine they need, without paying an arm and a leg.” Source: Cindy Johnson For Nebraska, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “Everyone in Nebraska should have access to affordable and accessible healthcare, childcare and eldercare.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Rebecca Rens No public position found. ### Abortion #### Cindy Johnson No public position found. #### Rebecca Rens No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Cindy Johnson No public position found. #### Rebecca Rens No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Cindy Johnson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she would work to protect and fully fund public schools and says voters have said no to private school vouchers. > “Residents of District 10 are proud of our public schools, and I would do everything in my power to ensure they are protected, well funded and supported.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Voters have overwhelmingly told the state “NO” to private school vouchers or public dollars going to private schools, yet the Legislature and the governor continue to bring it up year after year.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Rebecca Rens Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign lists improving education by empowering students, parents and teachers. *Campaign website text:* > “Empower students, parents, and teachers to succeed.” Source: Rebecca for Nebraska, "Rebecca Rens for Legislature District 10", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Energy, water and environment #### Cindy Johnson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports the original intent of the Nebraska Environmental Trust and says data center projects need full transparency and appropriate regulation. > “I support the original intent of the Nebraska Environmental Trust and would oppose efforts to remove those funds to patch budget holes.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “We cannot allow big tech companies to pollute our natural resources and we must ensure there is full transparency and appropriate regulation before any project.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Rebecca Rens Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Does not support banning data centers and supports continued investment in conservation and water management. > “I do not support banning data centers.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support continued investment in conservation and water management while protecting the resources our families, farmers, businesses and communities will need for generations to come.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### Cindy Johnson No public position found. #### Rebecca Rens Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will support law enforcement and first responders with resources, training and support. *Campaign website text:* > “I will support law enforcement and our first responders by ensuring they have the resources, training, and support they need to serve and protect our communities.” Source: Rebecca for Nebraska, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Elections and government #### Cindy Johnson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should make only small technical changes to voter-approved measures and supports current term limits. > “We need to respect the will of the voters, and the only changes the Legislature should make to these measures are small, necessary technical changes to ensure the will of the voters is heard.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I do not believe we need more career politicians, and for that reason I support our current term limits.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Rebecca Rens Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports lowering the cloture threshold from 33 to 30 votes and extending term limits to three consecutive terms. > “I would support reducing the cloture threshold from 33 votes to 30 votes while preserving meaningful debate and minority participation.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support extending Nebraska’s legislative term limits to three consecutive four-year terms.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 10", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 12 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-12/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Christy Knorr](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/christy-knorr.md) - [Merv Riepe](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/merv-riepe.md), incumbent Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Christy Knorr | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Merv Riepe | yes | yes | — | yes | — | — | — | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Christy Knorr Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should repeal the tax cuts the governor gave to major corporations and the wealthy; campaign says to cut property tax burdens responsibly without sacrificing public schools. > “The Legislature needs to repeal the tax cuts that the governor gave to major corporations and the wealthy.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Cut property tax burdens responsibly, without sacrificing public schools or the essential services working families depend on.” Source: Neighbors for Christy Knorr, "Policy Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Merv Riepe Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says Nebraska must continue lowering income taxes and local governments must be transparent and accountable for growth in property tax collections. > “Nebraska must also continue lowering income taxes to retain workers and attract business investment.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Local governments must be transparent and accountable for growth in property tax collections.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Christy Knorr Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports protecting voter-approved wage increases and keeping future adjustments in step with inflation. > “I support protecting the voter-approved wage increases and ensuring future adjustments keep pace with inflation so Nebraska workers don’t fall behind again.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Merv Riepe Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says economic development, urban and rural, is a priority to grow revenue and jobs and lower taxes. > “Priorities are economic development, both urban and rural. Economic development is the vehicle essential to grow our revenue and good job opportunities along with a means to lower taxes.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Christy Knorr Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign says it supports family farmers and responsible producers using sustainable practices. *Campaign website text:* > “Support family farmers and responsible producers with sustainable practices that improve soil health and protect long-term land and water quality.” Source: Neighbors for Christy Knorr, "Policy Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Merv Riepe No public position found. ### Health care #### Christy Knorr Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign wants relief on prescription drug costs and investment in healthcare workers. *Campaign website text:* > “Take on the rising cost of basics so families can thrive, not just survive, with real relief on groceries, utility bills, and prescription drugs.” Source: Neighbors for Christy Knorr, "Policy Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Invest in affordable housing, healthcare workers, and childcare so parents and caregivers can work without going broke.” Source: Neighbors for Christy Knorr, "Policy Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Merv Riepe Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the cost of health care, including Medicaid, Medicare, commercial, employer and veterans coverage, is growing at an unsustainable rate. > “The cost of health care — Medicaid, Medicare, commercial, employer and veterans — is growing at an unsustainable rate.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Abortion #### Christy Knorr Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign says it will protect “reproductive freedom” so personal health care decisions are made without political interference. *Campaign website text:* > “Protect reproductive freedom so every Nebraskan can make personal healthcare decisions without political interference.” Source: Neighbors for Christy Knorr, "Policy Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Merv Riepe No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Christy Knorr No public position found. #### Merv Riepe No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Christy Knorr Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says fully funding public schools is among her top priorities. > “Making sure public schools are fully funded and important programs for poor and working people are protected are among my top priorities.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Merv Riepe No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Christy Knorr Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says data centers should be regulated and provide their own power rather than pull from the grid; campaign says it will confront nitrate contamination and groundwater overuse. > “I do believe that we need to have legislation regulating data centers. We need to make sure they are providing their own power sources and do not pull from the current electrical grid.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Confront well-documented challenges in Nebraska's agricultural system: nitrate contamination, overuse of groundwater, and the strain industrial operations place on rural communities.” Source: Neighbors for Christy Knorr, "Policy Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Merv Riepe Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says Nebraska should compete for data center jobs and investment while requiring resource stewardship and no higher electric rates for families. > “If AI is the next Industrial Revolution, Nebraska should compete for the jobs and investment that data centers can bring.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Data centers must be good stewards of natural resources, minimize impacts on nearby residents and not raise electric rates for Nebraska families.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### Christy Knorr Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign wants a criminal justice system that holds serious offenders accountable and supports legalizing and regulating marijuana. *Campaign website text:* > “Strengthen Nebraska's criminal justice system so it protects survivors, supports safe communities, and holds serious offenders accountable.” Source: Neighbors for Christy Knorr, "Policy Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Support legalizing and regulating marijuana in a way that fixes the delays and uncertainty families face today.” Source: Neighbors for Christy Knorr, "Policy Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Merv Riepe No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Christy Knorr Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should implement voter-approved laws with little to no alteration unless unlawful; calls the filibuster one of the only ways to halt legislation that does not benefit Nebraskans. > “The Legislature’s role should be to implement voter-approved laws with little to no alteration unless they are unlawful.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “The filibuster is one of the only ways we are able to halt legislation that does not benefit Nebraskans.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Merv Riepe Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the 33-vote threshold is an important safeguard against rushed legislation and supports allowing three consecutive four-year terms. > “The current 33-vote threshold is already substantial and is an important safeguard against rushed or poorly considered legislation.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support allowing legislators to serve three consecutive four-year terms rather than two.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 12", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 14 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-14/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Bill Bowes](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/bill-bowes.md) - [SuAnn Witt](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/suann-witt.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Bill Bowes | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | | SuAnn Witt | yes | yes | — | yes | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Bill Bowes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to cap property tax increases that come from higher valuations and says fixing the valuation and tax system will be his top priority. > “We need to find a way to cap property tax increases created by higher valuations.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Fixing our valuation and tax system will be my top priority.” Source: Bill Bowes for Legislature, "Vote Bill Bowes", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### SuAnn Witt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Calls property tax relief her top priority and would explore expanding the homestead exemption, reforming valuation and opposing data center tax exemptions. > “Delivering meaningful and targeted property tax relief will always be my #1 priority.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “In turn, I would explore policies such as expanding the homestead exemption, reforming our valuation system and opposing tax exemptions for things like data centers in order to provide real relief.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Bill Bowes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports smart investments in economic development and says those who receive incentives should be held accountable for how they use the funding. > “I support making smart investments in economic development. I also want to make sure that those who receive incentives are held accountable and use any funding they receive as intended.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### SuAnn Witt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Would champion property tax relief, affordable housing, public schools and workforce development to lower costs, raise wages and grow the economy. > “I would champion targeted property relief, affordable housing, strong public schools and workforce development initiatives to lower costs for families, raise wages and grow Nebraska’s economy.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Bill Bowes No public position found. #### SuAnn Witt No public position found. ### Health care #### Bill Bowes No public position found. #### SuAnn Witt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will work to lower health care costs and increase cost transparency. *Campaign website text:* > “SuAnn will work to lower the cost of healthcare and increase cost transparency so there are no surprise bills.” Source: SuAnn Witt for Nebraska, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Abortion #### Bill Bowes No public position found. #### SuAnn Witt No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Bill Bowes No public position found. #### SuAnn Witt No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Bill Bowes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he will fight to ensure public schools have the tools they need and supports giving families options for their students. *Campaign website text:* > “I will always fight to ensure our public schools have the tools they need to give our children a world-class education. I also support providing families with options for their students.” Source: Bill Bowes for Legislature, "Vote Bill Bowes", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### SuAnn Witt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will work to support the education system and teachers, and that local schools know what works best for them. > “Additionally, I will work to support our education system and teachers to provide every child with a competitive education.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “She believes that local schools know what works best for them, not overreaching mandates.” Source: SuAnn Witt for Nebraska, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Bill Bowes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the state has done a good job regulating water and natural resources and that data center decisions are best made locally. > “I believe that the state has done a good job of establishing prudent and reasonable regulations to protect our water and natural resources. I also believe that when it comes to data centers, or any other industrial development, decisions are best made at the local level.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### SuAnn Witt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to protect public power and set guardrails so data centers do not threaten drinking water, agriculture or public power. > “Nebraska’s affordable public power is one of our state's strongest economic development tools, and it is a resource we need to protect.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “We need to establish commonsense guardrails that ensure these massive developments do not threaten drinking water, agricultural industry or public power.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### Bill Bowes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports stiff penalties for gang members, sex offenders and violent criminals, and a system where convicts earn time off sentences through counseling and re-entry programs. *Campaign website text:* > “Support stiff penalties for gang members, sex offenders, and violent criminals.” Source: Bill Bowes for Legislature, "Vote Bill Bowes", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Replace the “Good Time” early release of violent criminals with a system that makes incarcerated convicts earn time off their sentences by completing counseling and re-entry programs.” Source: Bill Bowes for Legislature, "Vote Bill Bowes", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### SuAnn Witt No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Bill Bowes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants election systems to be free, fair and completely secure, and supports expanding legislative term limits to three consecutive terms. *Campaign website text:* > “Protect our votes by assuring our election systems are free, fair, and completely secure.” Source: Bill Bowes for Legislature, "Vote Bill Bowes", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “The more I learn about the legislative process, the more I am in favor of expanding the term limits to three consecutive terms.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### SuAnn Witt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should play no role in changing voter-approved laws and supports current term limits. > “The Legislature should play no role in changing voter-approved laws.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support our current term limits to keep the government responsive and transparent.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 14", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 16 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-16/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Cindy Chatt](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/cindy-chatt.md) - [Ted Japp](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/ted-japp.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Cindy Chatt | yes | yes | yes | — | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | | Ted Japp | yes | yes | yes | — | — | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Cindy Chatt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants the state to raise its share of K-12 funding to reduce pressure on local property owners, and supports reviewing and, where necessary, reversing recent income tax reductions. > “The state should increase its share of K-12 funding, provide schools with predictable support and reduce the pressure placed on local property owners.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support reviewing and, where necessary, reversing reductions enacted in recent years, particularly those that disproportionately benefit corporations and the highest earners.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Ted Japp Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Calls property taxes the top voter concern, wants solutions to lower them, and says limits on growth of property tax rates may need strong consideration. > “The number one issue that concerns the voters of District 16 involves property taxes. We must work on real solutions to lower them, which in turn would make Nebraska more competitive in attracting businesses and working families.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Nevertheless, limits to the growth of property tax rates may need to be strongly considered, particularly due to the increase in property tax payments exceeding the rate of personal income growth over the past 25 years.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Cindy Chatt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants economic development centered more on small business growth and less on large corporate incentives, and supports helping locally owned businesses start and expand. > “Our economic development strategies should be centered more on small business growth and less on large corporate incentives that have proven less than effective.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I would also support policies that help locally owned businesses start, expand and transition to new ownership.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Ted Japp Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants the state office of economic development expanded to be more aggressive in business acquisition and expansion. > “The state’s office of economic development should be expanded to create a more aggressive approach to business acquisition and expansion.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Cindy Chatt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says there is an opportunity to strengthen local economies by supporting value-added agriculture, food production and agritourism. *Campaign website text:* > “We have an opportunity to strengthen local economies by supporting value-added agriculture, food production, agritourism, and small businesses that keep dollars circulating locally.” Source: Chatt for Nebraska, "Cindy Chatt for Nebraska Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Ted Japp Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the state must support agriculture in any way possible and calls it the economic engine of Nebraska. > “We must support agriculture in any way possible. It is the economic engine that drives the state of Nebraska.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Health care #### Cindy Chatt No public position found. #### Ted Japp No public position found. ### Abortion #### Cindy Chatt No public position found. #### Ted Japp No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Cindy Chatt No public position found. #### Ted Japp No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Cindy Chatt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants the state to increase its share of K-12 funding and give schools predictable support. > “The state should increase its share of K-12 funding, provide schools with predictable support and reduce the pressure placed on local property owners.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Ted Japp Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says career pathway training starting in high school should be encouraged. > “Emphasizing these career pathways with training beginning even in high school should be encouraged.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Cindy Chatt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports Natural Resources Districts, groundwater monitoring and nitrate work, and opposes a statewide ban on data centers. > “The state should support local Natural Resources Districts, strengthen groundwater monitoring, address nitrate contamination and work with agricultural producers to encourage conservation practices that protect productivity without imposing impractical one-size-fits-all mandates.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I do not support a statewide ban on data centers.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Ted Japp Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says data centers could benefit communities if built responsibly, with protections for water and electricity use. > “If done in a responsible manner, with protections for water and electricity usage, Nebraska communities could benefit from their construction, completion and added tax revenue.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### Cindy Chatt No public position found. #### Ted Japp Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he is committed to safeguarding the Second Amendment. *Campaign website text:* > “Ted is committed to defending innocent life, safeguarding the Second Amendment, and ensuring our laws honor the Constitution.” Source: Ted Japp for Legislature, "Ted Japp for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Elections and government #### Cindy Chatt Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says voter-approved laws should be implemented as passed and supports keeping the current two-term limit. > “Voter-approved laws should be implemented as they were passed.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support retaining the current limit of two consecutive terms.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Ted Japp Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Prefers to keep the 33-vote filibuster threshold as is and opposes moving to three consecutive terms. > “I prefer to leave the 33-vote threshold and filibuster procedure as it currently stands.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I do not support changing to three consecutive four-year terms.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 16", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 18 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-18/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Jess Goldoni](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/jess-goldoni.md) - [Taylor Royal](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/taylor-royal.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Jess Goldoni | yes | yes | — | yes | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | | Taylor Royal | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Jess Goldoni Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports modernizing the school funding formula and direct property tax relief, and opposes raising the statewide sales tax rate or taxing groceries. > “I support modernizing TEEOSA and reconsidering the balance between state and local funding while protecting strong public schools. I support direct property tax relief.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I do not support raising the statewide sales tax rate or taxing necessities like groceries simply so government can say it lowered another tax.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Taylor Royal Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants automatic rate reductions to keep property taxes flat, an expanded senior homestead exemption and an inflation cap, and a low sales tax that exempts essentials. > “We need to provide immediate property tax relief by 1) keeping property taxes flat even when valuations increase by having an automatic rate reduction, 2) expanding the homestead exemption for seniors and 3) capping overall property taxes at inflation.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I favor a low sales tax rate that doesn’t tax business-to-business inputs or essential consumer goods.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Jess Goldoni Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to make it easier to start and grow a business, build workforce housing and infrastructure, and connect students to skilled trades. > “That means making it easier to start and grow a business, building workforce housing and infrastructure and connecting students earlier to dual credit, apprenticeships, skilled trades and careers that exist here.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Taylor Royal Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to grow the economy, raise wages and bring in new businesses and families. *Campaign website text:* > “Grow Our Economy, Raise Wages, and End Brain Drain.” Source: Taylor Royal for Legislature, "Taylor Royal for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “We need to prioritize a growth mentality to bring in new businesses and families.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Jess Goldoni No public position found. #### Taylor Royal No public position found. ### Health care #### Jess Goldoni Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Pledges to expand health care access, including mental health services and telehealth. > “And I'll expand health care access, including mental health services and telehealth for families who can't drive an hour for an appointment.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Taylor Royal No public position found. ### Abortion #### Jess Goldoni No public position found. #### Taylor Royal No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Jess Goldoni No public position found. #### Taylor Royal No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Jess Goldoni Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to push for schools and workforce programs that build pipelines to the trades. > “I'll push for schools and workforce programs that build pipelines to the trades and jobs of the future: apprenticeships, certifications and career-ready skills.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Taylor Royal Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to support schools, expand skilled trade programs and increase teacher pay. *Campaign website text:* > “Support our Schools, Expand Skilled Trade Programs, & Increase Teacher Pay” Source: Taylor Royal for Legislature, "Taylor Royal for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Jess Goldoni Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes banning data centers and supports statewide standards for large energy users, including water and energy reporting and ratepayer protections. > “I do not support banning data centers. I support resetting Nebraska's rules for a new era.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I support statewide standards for large-load users, including transparent water and energy reporting, independent impact analysis, ratepayer protections, responsibility for infrastructure costs, decommissioning plans and bonds, noise and light standards and meaningful local input.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Taylor Royal Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Does not support incentives for data center projects and says local communities should decide while ratepayers are not burdened. > “I do not support incentives for these projects, but I do believe local communities should have the right to make their own decisions for their communities but Nebraska businesses, families and ratepayers shouldn’t be burdened.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Guns and public safety #### Jess Goldoni No public position found. #### Taylor Royal Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign page lists "Back the Blue" under keeping communities safe. *Campaign website text:* > “Back the Blue and Support our Veterans” Source: Taylor Royal for Legislature, "Taylor Royal for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Elections and government #### Jess Goldoni Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports expanding legislative term limits from two terms to three and would not eliminate the 33-vote filibuster threshold. > “I support expanding legislative term limits from two terms to three.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I would not eliminate the 33-vote threshold simply because it sometimes makes governing difficult.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Taylor Royal Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Does not support three consecutive terms, and says the 33-vote threshold forces consensus and can protect against pure partisan bills. > “I do not support three consecutive terms.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “No, because I believe this threshold forces consensus, bipartisanship and can be a protection against pure partisan bills.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 18", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ## Legislature, District 20 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-20/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Chris Anderson](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/chris-anderson.md) - [John Fredrickson](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/john-fredrickson.md), incumbent Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Chris Anderson | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | | John Fredrickson | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Chris Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a hard cap on property tax growth and lower property taxes. > “It’s time for a hard cap, and we don’t have to start from scratch.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “Taxes in Nebraska are far too high. Property taxes must be reduced, and income taxes must be competitive with our neighboring states.” Source: Chris Anderson for Nebraska, "Chris Anderson for Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### John Fredrickson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports targeted property tax relief, including a larger homestead exemption and circuit breakers based on income. > “Property taxes: I support real, targeted relief; first, we need to expand the homestead exemption so more Nebraskans can benefit; second, we must consider circuit breakers to ensure no one is taxed out of their home based on their income.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Chris Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports strengthening the ImagiNE Nebraska incentives to attract headquarters, relocation and talent. > “On growth, I support the Grow the Good Life Act, strengthening our ImagiNE Nebraska incentives to attract corporate headquarters, relocation and new talent.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### John Fredrickson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he will back economic development through education, infrastructure, transportation, broadband and child care. > “I will continue to champion evidence-based economic development by investing in education, strengthening infrastructure, expanding reliable transportation and broadband access and increasing the availability of affordable child care.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Chris Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says Nebraska must protect and strengthen the agricultural sector while diversifying its economy. > “We must protect and strengthen the agricultural sector while also diversifying our economy to achieve sustainable, strategic growth.” Source: Ballotpedia, "Chris Anderson (Nebraska)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### John Fredrickson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he has supported rural health care access, the bioeconomy and international trade for producers. > “I’ve supported workforce housing, expanded rural healthcare access and investment in the bioeconomy and international trade for our producers, because Nebraska’s economy runs on agriculture regardless of where you live in the state.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Health care #### Chris Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports more access to mental health care and a larger youth mental health workforce. > “I stand for increasing access to mental health care, promoting prevention early intervention by expanding youth mental health workforce.” Source: Ballotpedia, "Chris Anderson (Nebraska)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### John Fredrickson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he is committed to a health care system that is high-quality, accessible and affordable. > “I also remain committed to advancing a health care system that is both high-quality and accessible, ensuring Nebraskans can get the care they need at a price they can afford.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Abortion #### Chris Anderson No public position found. #### John Fredrickson No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Chris Anderson No public position found. #### John Fredrickson No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Chris Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants state K-12 aid growth tied to enrollment and outcomes, and evidence-based reading instruction. *Campaign website text:* > “Tie future TEEOSA growth to enrollment and outcome metrics, not automatic escalation.” Source: Chris Anderson for Nebraska, "We Doubled K-12 Spending Since 2020. Our Kids’ Reading Scores Got Worse. Here’s Why, and What I’ll Do About It.", · Campaign website · published 2026-09-07 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Adopt evidence-based reading instruction, following the literacy reforms other states enacted in 2025-2026 in response to the same warning signs in their own NAEP data.” Source: Chris Anderson for Nebraska, "We Doubled K-12 Spending Since 2020. Our Kids’ Reading Scores Got Worse. Here’s Why, and What I’ll Do About It.", · Campaign website · published 2026-09-07 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### John Fredrickson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site describes a strong, fully funded public school system as part of his vision for Nebraska. *Campaign website text:* > “He strongly believes that Nebraska is at its best when the Good Life is an opportunity for all Nebraskans - one that includes a strong, fully-funded public school system, quality, affordable healthcare, and a strong local economy to support our community.” Source: John Fredrickson for Legislature, "About", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Chris Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants the Legislature to commission a study on data center placement and resource management. > “I believe the Legislature needs to commission a study and examine ideal placement of these centers along with efficient resource management.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### John Fredrickson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he voted for LB 1010, citing the public's right to know who is building what and what it costs in water and electricity. > “I voted for LB 1010 this past year because Nebraskans deserve to know who’s building what, where and what it costs in water and electricity before it lands in their backyard.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Guns and public safety #### Chris Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says law enforcement funding and training is crucial for safe communities. *Campaign website text:* > “Law enforcement funding and training is crucial for safe communities throughout our state.” Source: Chris Anderson for Nebraska, "Chris Anderson for Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### John Fredrickson No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Chris Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports lowering the filibuster threshold to three-fifths and raising the threshold to change voter-approved initiatives to four-fifths. > “I support lowering the cloture threshold from 33 votes to a three-fifths supermajority.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I support raising the threshold for the Legislature to amend or repeal a voter-approved initiative from two-thirds to four-fifths.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### John Fredrickson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports keeping the 33-vote filibuster threshold and enacting voter-approved ballot measures as closely as possible to what passed. > “No. I believe the current 33-vote threshold is appropriate.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I believe the outcome of an election reflects the will of the voters and should be enacted as closely to the law that was passed as possible.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 20", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ## Legislature, District 22 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-22/ 1 candidate · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Dawson Brunswick](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/dawson-brunswick.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Dawson Brunswick | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | — | — | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Dawson Brunswick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes pausing or reversing the income tax cuts and supports removing sales tax exemptions for personal services. > “The state enacted the income tax cuts to ensure we remain competitive, and I would be opposed to pausing or reversing those cuts.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 22", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I am supportive of removing sales tax exemptions for personal services as we continue to find ways to pay for and provide sustainable property tax relief.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 22", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Dawson Brunswick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports state policies that grow the tax base, and backing small businesses, skilled trades and career training. > “I am supportive of state policies that grow the state, knowing that as we grow our tax base, we reduce the tax bill for every Nebraskan.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 22", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “Promote job growth and upward mobility by backing small businesses, expanding skilled trades and career training, and creating opportunities that keep our workforce strong and our young people in Nebraska.” Source: Brunswick for Legislature, "Brunswick for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Dawson Brunswick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the state should emphasize programs that boost value-added agriculture and manufacturing. > “I believe the state should emphasize programs that boost our value-added agriculture economy, our manufacturing economy” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 22", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Health care #### Dawson Brunswick No public position found. ### Abortion #### Dawson Brunswick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site lists “protecting the unborn” among the values he will defend. *Campaign website text:* > “Stand strong for Nebraska values by defending constitutional rights, protecting the unborn, supporting law enforcement, and standing up for the families and principles that keep our communities safe and strong.” Source: Brunswick for Legislature, "Brunswick for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Immigration and the border #### Dawson Brunswick No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Dawson Brunswick No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Dawson Brunswick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes a restrictive state approach to data centers and wants communities to decide. > “I firmly believe that Nebraska shouldn’t take a restrictive approach to data centers, and instead allow communities to choose (or not choose) to pursue data centers based on the needs of their communities.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 22", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Guns and public safety #### Dawson Brunswick No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Dawson Brunswick Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Would support lowering the filibuster threshold from 33 to 30 votes. > “I would support a change to a 60% (30/49) threshold for the filibuster compared to the current 67% (33/49) threshold.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 22", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ## Legislature, District 24 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-24/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Jana Hughes](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/jana-hughes.md), incumbent - [Dan Winter](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/dan-winter.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Jana Hughes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Dan Winter | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Jana Hughes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports broadening the sales tax base without raising the rate, and working to modernize the tax structure without new tax increases. > “I think on sales tax we can broaden the base and tax more items that currently are exempted. I believe we can expand the base enough that we would not have to increase the statewide rate of 5.5%.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “In the Legislature, Jana would work to modernize our tax structure, while standing strong against any new tax increases.” Source: Jana Hughes for Legislature, "Jana Hughes for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Winter Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says property tax cuts are unlikely in the next four years and suggests raising the state sales tax to 6%. > “With the current state revenue shortfalls, I think lowering property taxes will not happen in the next four years.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I would suggest a simple increase to the state’s sales tax to 6%, generating $223.5 million.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Jana Hughes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to keep removing red tape so businesses will build in Nebraska. > “We keep taking bites at removing red tape and we need to continue those efforts so that businesses want to come here to build because it’s a smoother process.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Dan Winter Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants the state budget focused on childcare and education, innovation and entrepreneurship, and infrastructure. > “A better policy would be to focus what budget the state has into three categories: childcare/education, innovation/entrepreneurship and infrastructure.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Jana Hughes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says she supported farmers and ranchers, including protecting farmland from foreign adversaries and defending the livestock industry. *Campaign website text:* > “Jana has supported Nebraska farmers and ranchers by protecting agricultural land from foreign adversaries, defending the livestock industry and advancing policies that strengthen rural communities.” Source: Jana Hughes for Legislature, "Jana Hughes for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Winter No public position found. ### Health care #### Jana Hughes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she backs a prescription drug donation program with Iowa that she expects to save the state money. > “The prescription drug donation program that we are now partnering with Iowa on is such a good thing for Nebraskans and will actually save the state money.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Dan Winter No public position found. ### Abortion #### Jana Hughes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site describes her as pro-life and says Nebraska should protect those who cannot protect themselves. *Campaign website text:* > “Jana is proudly pro-life and believes Nebraska should protect those who cannot protect themselves.” Source: Jana Hughes for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Winter No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Jana Hughes No public position found. #### Dan Winter No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Jana Hughes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says school funding is a priority; campaign site cites her support for legislation on school cellphone distractions and parent access to library information. > “I will prioritize how we fund our schools, which affects property tax. I have brought a school funding bill my last three years and I feel like I’m very close to making some positive changes with that.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “Jana supported legislation requiring schools to address student cellphone distractions, giving parents greater access to school library information and strengthening parental notification regarding student surveys.” Source: Jana Hughes for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Winter Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says education is a major priority and the state should set a standard level of education for students. > “My major priorities if elected will be education and communication. As a society, we need to set a standard level of education and be sure most students are at least capable of that.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Energy, water and environment #### Jana Hughes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says data centers should use closed-loop systems and pay for added energy so ratepayers do not. > “We can require them to use closed-loop systems (or something similar) and require that any additional energy that is needed is paid for by the data center and does not fall on the backs of the rate payers.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Dan Winter Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Proposes that data centers pay for their infrastructure, use renewable energy when possible, install flowmeters and pay per gallon of water. > “First, data centers must pay for the infrastructure they require to function and they must use renewable energy when possible. Second, data centers must have flowmeters installed and we should charge 1 to 3 cents for every gallon of water used.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Guns and public safety #### Jana Hughes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says she supported constitutional carry and wants law enforcement to have the tools to keep communities safe. *Campaign website text:* > “She supported constitutional carry legislation protecting the right of eligible Nebraskans to carry a concealed handgun without obtaining a government permit.” Source: Jana Hughes for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Jana believes Nebraska law should protect victims, hold criminals accountable and provide law enforcement with the tools necessary to keep communities safe.” Source: Jana Hughes for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Winter No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Jana Hughes Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports keeping the 33-vote filibuster threshold, and campaign site says she supported implementing the voter ID requirement. > “No. We should keep the 33-vote threshold.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “She also supported implementation of Nebraska’s voter identification requirement, helping protect confidence in the state’s elections while providing options for eligible voters to obtain acceptable identification.” Source: Jana Hughes for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Dan Winter Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Would agree to a 30-vote filibuster threshold and says the Legislature should not change the meaning of voter-approved measures. > “I can agree to 30-vote threshold making the filibuster only needing a 60% vote to be overcome, instead of the current 67%, putting it in line with the U.S. Senate.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “The Legislature’s role in ballot measures is to focus on the implementation of the ballot measure. There should be no changes to the meaning behind the measure.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 24", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ## Legislature, District 26 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-26/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [George Dungan](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/george-dungan.md), incumbent - [Tobias Howard](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/tobias-howard.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | George Dungan | yes | yes | — | yes | — | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Tobias Howard | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | — | yes | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### George Dungan Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports targeted property tax relief and says a tax decrease for over 60% of Nebraskans is possible while still bringing in new revenue. > “Nebraska is overreliant on property taxes, and I support targeted tax relief to ensure Nebraskans can afford to stay in their home.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 26", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I have run the numbers and we can provide a tax decrease to over 60% of hardworking Nebraskans while still bringing in new revenue to our state.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 26", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Tobias Howard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says raising taxes should be a last resort and spending cuts should come first, and wants tax relief. > “Raising taxes should always be the option of last resort; cutting spending should always take priority.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 26", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “Control government and state funded institution's spending and provide meaning tax relief for the Nebraska community.” Source: Howard for Legislature, "Platforms", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### George Dungan Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says he voted for workforce training to move workers into higher-wage careers. *Campaign website text:* > “He has voted to bolster workforce training opportunities to help workers move into careers with higher wages.” Source: George for Nebraska, "On the Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Tobias Howard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants Nebraska to be more attractive to businesses for a competitive job market and higher wages, and to cut red tape. > “I want to continue making Nebraska more attractive for businesses so as to create a much more competitive job market and bring up local wages.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 26", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “Focusing on growing economic opportunities and cutting bureaucratic red tape to allow pursuit of those opportunities.” Source: Howard for Legislature, "Howard for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### George Dungan No public position found. #### Tobias Howard No public position found. ### Health care #### George Dungan Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says he wants medical care to be affordable and will keep pushing for more affordable options and privacy in health care decisions. *Campaign website text:* > “George believes you should never have to choose between receiving the medical care you need and providing for your family.” Source: George for Nebraska, "On the Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “When reelected, he will continue to push for more affordable options for all Nebraskans and for privacy in those healthcare decisions.” Source: George for Nebraska, "On the Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Tobias Howard No public position found. ### Abortion #### George Dungan No public position found. #### Tobias Howard No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### George Dungan No public position found. #### Tobias Howard No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### George Dungan Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says he supports strong, properly funded K-12 public schools and will oppose book bans and what it calls voucher schemes. *Campaign website text:* > “George supports strong K-12 public education because he believes every child should be set up for success and that education is the great equalizer.” Source: George for Nebraska, "On the Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “George will also continue to stand up to attempts to harm our kid’s schools such as book bans and voucher schemes.” Source: George for Nebraska, "On the Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Tobias Howard No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### George Dungan Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Has proposed a state constitutional amendment on a clean environment and supports ending data center tax breaks and adding reporting and use limits. > “Three other states have passed constitutional amendments guaranteeing the right to a clean environment and empowering residents to hold the state accountable to meeting anti-pollution standards. I have proposed a similar amendment here in Nebraska and will continue to do so.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 26", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “Regarding data centers, I support removing tax breaks for their construction and implementing transparent reporting laws and restrictions regarding water and electricity use.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 26", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Tobias Howard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes a state ban on data centers but supports local decisions, and wants a focus on the energy grid, water systems and dams. > “The Legislature should not pass legislation banning data centers, though I do support local counties and cities making the decision to do so.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 26", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “A strong focus on our energy grid, water systems and dam infrastructure.” Source: Howard for Legislature, "Platforms", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Guns and public safety #### George Dungan Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says he works with first responders and addresses root causes of crime. *Campaign website text:* > “He has worked with first responders to ensure they have the tools, training, and staff they need to keep us safe and worked to address root causes of crime, such as lack of housing, substance abuse, and unemployment.” Source: George for Nebraska, "On the Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Tobias Howard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says he will support veterans, law enforcement and first responders. *Campaign website text:* > “Provide support and tools for Veterans, Law Enforcement, and First Responders who keep our state safe and functioning.” Source: Howard for Legislature, "Platforms", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Elections and government #### George Dungan Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports the current filibuster rules and says voters should have the final say on ballot measures. > “I support the current legislative rules regarding the filibuster and the nonpartisan structure of our Legislature.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 26", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “Nebraska voters, not politicians in the Legislature, should have the final say on ballot measures.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 26", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Tobias Howard Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Would keep the filibuster rules except for requiring talking filibusters, and says ballot measures should be implemented close to what was approved, adjusted for practical necessities. > “Other than enforcing the filibusters to be talking filibusters, I do not see any reason to change the policies.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 26", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “Implementing the measure as close to what was approved while adjusting due to the necessities of reality.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 26", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ## Legislature, District 28 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-28/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Patty Pansing Brooks](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/patty-pansing-brooks.md) - [Colby L. Woodson](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/colby-l-woodson.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Patty Pansing Brooks | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | yes | — | — | yes | | Colby L. Woodson | yes | yes | — | — | — | — | — | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Patty Pansing Brooks Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says adequate state funding of public schools helps ease the burden on property taxpayers. > “If I am elected, I will work to make sure public schools receive the state funding they need, which also helps ease the burden on property taxpayers.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 28 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Colby L. Woodson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says large property tax cuts carry tradeoffs and that addressing housing supply is a steadier approach. > “When values rise too quickly, large tax cuts are often proposed, but those come with tradeoffs. A more stable approach is addressing supply so increases are gradual and predictable.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 28 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Patty Pansing Brooks Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports more investment in workforce training and child care for working families. > “I support increased investments in workforce training for the jobs of today and tomorrow. I also support greater investments in child care for working families.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 28 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Colby L. Woodson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants economic development to focus on businesses already in Nebraska rather than competing for relocations. > “Economic development should focus more on supporting businesses already operating in Nebraska, especially those expanding their workforce, rather than competing for relocations in a tight labor market.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 28 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Patty Pansing Brooks No public position found. #### Colby L. Woodson No public position found. ### Health care #### Patty Pansing Brooks No public position found. #### Colby L. Woodson No public position found. ### Abortion #### Patty Pansing Brooks No public position found. #### Colby L. Woodson No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Patty Pansing Brooks No public position found. #### Colby L. Woodson No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Patty Pansing Brooks Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will fight attempts to overturn the vote of the people on private school vouchers and that private schools should remain privately funded. > “I will also fight against the repeated attempts to overturn the vote of the people regarding vouchers to private schools. We can better protect taxpayers by ensuring private schools remain privately funded.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 28 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Colby L. Woodson No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Patty Pansing Brooks No public position found. #### Colby L. Woodson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports a mix of nuclear, solar and natural gas to meet rising energy demand. > “As demand grows, the state should support a balanced approach, nuclear for base load, solar where practical and natural gas for reliability.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 28 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### Patty Pansing Brooks No public position found. #### Colby L. Woodson No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Patty Pansing Brooks Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature must listen when the people speak. > “The people are Nebraska’s second house. When the people speak, the Legislature must listen.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 28 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Colby L. Woodson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should implement voter-approved laws, with only narrow adjustments that match voter intent. > “The Legislature should faithfully implement voter-approved laws. In some cases, narrow adjustments may be needed, but they should stay aligned with voter intent.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 28 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 30 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-30/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Janet M. Bock](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/janet-m-bock.md) - [Cally Ideus](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/cally-ideus.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Janet M. Bock | — | — | yes | yes | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | | Cally Ideus | yes | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Janet M. Bock No public position found. #### Cally Ideus Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she is ready to work on meaningful property tax reform and on cutting and streamlining state government. *Campaign website text:* > “she’s ready to dive into issues important to her district including meaningful property tax reform, cutting state government and making it more efficient, defending agriculture producers, and improving education outcomes in Nebraska.” Source: Ideus for Nebraska, "Cally Ideus Announces Candidacy for Nebraska Legislature (press release)", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Janet M. Bock No public position found. #### Cally Ideus No public position found. ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Janet M. Bock Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says fair tax solutions and responsible spending are needed for agricultural stability, and that family farms need fair crop and livestock prices. > “We must pursue fair tax solutions and responsible spending to ensure long-term stability for our agricultural communities and our state.” Source: Janet Bock for Legislature, "Janet’s Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “We must keep the family farm viable with fair prices for our crops and livestock.” Source: Janet Bock for Legislature, "Janet’s Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Cally Ideus No public position found. ### Health care #### Janet M. Bock Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says every Nebraskan deserves health care access without government overreach, and that voter-approved medical marijuana should be available for patients whose symptoms it alleviates. > “I believe every Nebraskan deserves access to healthcare that meets their needs without government overreach.” Source: Janet Bock for Legislature, "Janet’s Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “Voters approved medical marijuana, and it should be made available to be prescribed for patients whose symptoms are alleviated by its use.” Source: Janet Bock for Legislature, "Janet’s Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Cally Ideus No public position found. ### Abortion #### Janet M. Bock No public position found. #### Cally Ideus No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Janet M. Bock No public position found. #### Cally Ideus No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Janet M. Bock Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports maintaining and strengthening public schools while respecting families who choose private education. > “I support maintaining and strengthening Nebraska’s public schools while respecting the choices of families who pursue private education.” Source: Janet Bock for Legislature, "Janet’s Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Cally Ideus No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Janet M. Bock Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes unchecked expansion of data centers, citing strain on water and power supplies. > “As your Senator, I will stand up to the unchecked expansion of data centers. These facilities can strain our already limited water and power supplies, while our community deals with the consequences.” Source: Janet Bock for Legislature, "Janet’s Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Cally Ideus No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Janet M. Bock No public position found. #### Cally Ideus No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Janet M. Bock Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says voter-approved laws should not be prolonged, altered or ignored. > “Voter-approved laws should not be prolonged, altered or ignored. Voters knew exactly what they were voting for, and their votes should be respected.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 30 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Cally Ideus No public position found. ## Legislature, District 32 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-32/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Mark Schoenrock](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/mark-schoenrock.md) - [Shay Smith](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/shay-smith.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Mark Schoenrock | yes | — | yes | — | yes | — | yes | — | yes | yes | | Shay Smith | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | — | yes | — | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Mark Schoenrock Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to reduce government spending and taxation, and to deliver property tax relief. > “It will be a challenging process, but we must reduce the level of government spending and the level of taxation, leaving our fellow Nebraskans with more of their hard-earned income to remain in their pocket.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 32 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 *Campaign website text:* > “Deliver real property tax relief, combat the rising cost of living, and help Nebraska families keep more of what they earn.” Source: Schoenrock for Legislature, "Schoenrock for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Shay Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says property taxes are too high and plans to explore every option to reduce them. *Campaign website text:* > “Nebraskans are paying too much in property taxes, pricing families and seniors out of their homes.” Source: Shay for Nebraska, "Home", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Shay will use her experience to explore every option to reduce property taxes and deliver solutions for Nebraskans.” Source: Shay for Nebraska, "Home", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Mark Schoenrock No public position found. #### Shay Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to prioritize lowering costs for families, creating jobs and strengthening rural Nebraska. > “I’ll use my tax experience to prioritize lowering costs for hardworking families, create good-paying jobs, strengthen rural Nebraska and deliver meaningful financial relief.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 32 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Mark Schoenrock Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to protect farmers’ and ranchers’ livelihoods and private property rights. *Campaign website text:* > “Champion Nebraska's farmers and ranchers by protecting their livelihoods, defending private property rights, and ensuring agriculture remains strong for future generations.” Source: Schoenrock for Legislature, "Schoenrock for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Shay Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says keeping land ownership in Nebraska is her priority for rural Nebraska and that families should be able to afford family land. *Campaign website text:* > “Shay’s priority for rural Nebraska is keeping land ownership right here at home. Shay has experience transferring family farms, so she knows that our children should be able to afford the land that has been in the family for generations.” Source: Shay for Nebraska, "Home", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Health care #### Mark Schoenrock No public position found. #### Shay Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to incentivize more care providers in rural Nebraska and cut health care costs. *Campaign website text:* > “She will work to incentivize bringing more care providers, doctors, mental health practitioners and nurses to rural Nebraska, increasing access to rural hospitals and clinics, and cutting healthcare costs.” Source: Shay for Nebraska, "Home", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Abortion #### Mark Schoenrock Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he will “stand for the unborn.” *Campaign website text:* > “Protect our constitutional freedoms, defend the Second Amendment, and stand for the unborn.” Source: Schoenrock for Legislature, "Schoenrock for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Shay Smith No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Mark Schoenrock No public position found. #### Shay Smith No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Mark Schoenrock Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports efforts to improve educational outcomes in both private and public K-12 schools. *Campaign website text:* > “Ensuring all children receive a high-quality education is critical to the future of Nebraska. I strongly support any efforts to improve educational outcomes for our kids in private and public K-12 schools.” Source: Schoenrock for Legislature, "Schoenrock for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Shay Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to invest in education that prepares students for workforce success. *Campaign website text:* > “As your senator, Shay will ensure that we invest in an education that prepares our students for workforce success in a competitive job market.” Source: Shay for Nebraska, "Home", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Mark Schoenrock No public position found. #### Shay Smith No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Mark Schoenrock Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes government infringement on the right to bear arms and supports law enforcement and veterans. *Campaign website text:* > “The founding fathers knew the importance of the 2nd Amendment, and I will never allow the government to infringe upon your right to bear arms.” Source: Schoenrock for Legislature, "Schoenrock for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Honoring those who serve by supporting our veterans, standing with law enforcement, and promoting safe communities.” Source: Schoenrock for Legislature, "Schoenrock for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Shay Smith No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Mark Schoenrock Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he will stand strong to ensure the Legislature implements voter-approved laws and does not try to change them. > “I will stand strong to ensure the Legislature implements voter-approved laws and does not try to change them.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 32 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Shay Smith Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should work in good faith and implement the will of the voters. > “The Legislature has to work in good faith on these issues and implement the will of the voters, not tell voters what they want or what they should get.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 32 (2026 Primary Voter Guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ## Legislature, District 34 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-34/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Ben Blodgett](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/ben-blodgett.md) - [Loren Lippincott](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/loren-lippincott.md), incumbent Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Ben Blodgett | yes | yes | yes | — | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | | Loren Lippincott | yes | yes | — | — | yes | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Ben Blodgett Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Calls property taxes a top priority and supports more state support for public education and relief without shifting the burden elsewhere. > “Property taxes are our top priority. I am for greater state support for public education, controlling government spending and property tax relief without simply shifting the burden elsewhere.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 34", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Loren Lippincott Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says property taxes are the main issue he hears about, and that they squeeze farmers, families, manufacturers and seniors. > “We are ranked the fourth highest in the nation for property taxes, and it continues to be the main issue brought up to me.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 34", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Property taxes continue to squeeze Nebraska farmers, families, manufacturers and seniors.” Source: Loren Lippincott for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Ben Blodgett Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports policies to grow small business, agriculture and manufacturing, expand apprenticeships and workforce training, and encourage housing development. > “I would support policies that grow Nebraska’s economy that make it more affordable to live and work here. Supporting small businesses, agriculture and manufacturing, as well as expanding apprenticeships and workforce training, and encouraging housing development to address affordability.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 34", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Loren Lippincott Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he believes in small government and small taxes, with free enterprise running without government interference as much as possible. > “I believe in small government and small taxes, and let free enterprise run without government interference as much as possible.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 34", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Ben Blodgett Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site lists policies that protect producers, strengthen supply chains and keep operations competitive. *Campaign website text:* > “Policies that protect producers, strengthen supply chains, and keep operations competitive.” Source: Ben for 34, "Ben for District 34 home page", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Loren Lippincott No public position found. ### Health care #### Ben Blodgett No public position found. #### Loren Lippincott No public position found. ### Abortion #### Ben Blodgett No public position found. #### Loren Lippincott Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he is pro-life, believes life begins at conception, and says he voted for LB626, the Nebraska Heartbeat Act, in 2023. *Campaign website text:* > “I am Prolife. I believe life begins at conception.” Source: Loren Lippincott for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “In 2023, I voted for LB626, the Nebraska Heartbeat Act, which bans abortion as soon as a fetal heartbeat is detected.” Source: Loren Lippincott for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Immigration and the border #### Ben Blodgett No public position found. #### Loren Lippincott No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Ben Blodgett Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign says it supports strong local schools and wants to lessen the burden on property taxpayers. *Campaign website text:* > “Support strong local schools by trusting parents and teachers—not bureaucrats—while working to lessen the burden on property taxpayers.” Source: Ben for 34, "Ben for District 34 home page", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Loren Lippincott Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the state should increase its share of public school funding. *Campaign website text:* > “It is time to increase the state share of funding for public schools” Source: Loren Lippincott for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Ben Blodgett Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says communities affected by data centers should decide, and that nondisclosure agreements should not be allowed in data center contracts. > “These decisions need to be made by the communities that are being impacted by data centers. Ultimately, the benefits need to outweigh the cost and risks to Nebraska’s natural resources and its people.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 34", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Nondisclosure agreements should not be allowed in any contracts awarded to data centers.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 34", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Loren Lippincott Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says LB 1261 in 2026 requires data centers to provide their own power source, and that Nebraska needs to ensure data centers are beneficial before they are permitted. > “Our LB 1261 in 2026 requires data centers to provide their own power source and feed any additional power into the electrical grid. Before a data center is permitted to call Nebraska home, we need to ensure they are beneficial to our home state.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 34", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### Ben Blodgett No public position found. #### Loren Lippincott Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he supports a Castle Doctrine law and voted for LB77 (Constitutional Carry) in 2023, because he believes people should be able to carry a gun without government permission. *Campaign website text:* > “I support a Castle Doctrine law because you have a right to protect your home from intruders.” Source: Loren Lippincott for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “In 2023, I voted for LB77, which established Constitutional Carry in Nebraska because I believe you should be able to carry a gun without getting a permission slip from the government.” Source: Loren Lippincott for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Elections and government #### Ben Blodgett Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should implement voter-approved laws without rewriting them, and supports expanding term limits to three consecutive terms. > “When voters speak, that should carry weight. The Legislature’s role is to responsibly implement voter-approved laws — not ignore them, delay them or rewrite them beyond recognition.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 34", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I would support this constitutional amendment of expanding the term limits to three consecutive four-year terms.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 34", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Loren Lippincott Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he voted for LB514, which requires Voter ID, in 2023, and spearheaded a 2025 effort to return Nebraska to Winner-Take-All that he says he will continue. *Campaign website text:* > “In 2023, I voted for LB514 which requires Voter ID in Nebraska” Source: Loren Lippincott for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “In 2025, I spearheaded the effort to return Nebraska to Winner-Take-All, an effort I will continue to pursue.” Source: Loren Lippincott for Legislature, "Issues", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 36 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-36/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Rick Holdcroft](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/rick-holdcroft.md), incumbent - [Darin Tompkins](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/darin-tompkins.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Rick Holdcroft | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | — | yes | yes | — | yes | | Darin Tompkins | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Rick Holdcroft Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the state should keep shifting K-12 funding from local property taxes to state revenue while holding schools accountable for taxpayer dollars. > “The state should continue shifting a greater share of funding for K-12 education away from local property taxes and toward more sustainable state revenue sources, while ensuring schools remain accountable for taxpayer dollars.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Darin Tompkins Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says he supports targeted property tax relief for homeowners and working families rather than broad breaks; he says he would cut property taxes. *Campaign website text:* > “He believes hardworking Nebraskans deserve targeted property tax relief that truly eases the burden on homeowners and working families — not broad breaks that benefit those who need it least.” Source: Tompkins for Nebraska, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I am prepared to use my financial experience to lower costs and cut property taxes for hardworking people, and finally put them first.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Rick Holdcroft Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports policies to reduce the tax burden, streamline regulations, expand workforce development, encourage housing construction and invest in infrastructure. > “I support policies that reduce the tax burden, streamline regulations, expand workforce development, encourage housing construction and invest in reliable infrastructure such as roads, bridges, broadband and affordable energy.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Darin Tompkins Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the state needs to focus on bringing in more economic development to create a larger tax base. > “If we are going to dig ourselves out of this hole, we need to focus our efforts on bringing in more economic development that will help to create a larger tax base.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Rick Holdcroft Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says agriculture, biofuels and power production are areas to invest in to grow the state economy. > “We need to invest in activities that will grow the Nebraska economy. Areas such as agriculture, biofuels and power production are key to bringing more people and companies to Nebraska.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Darin Tompkins Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Calls the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Act a good way for new farmers to enter the market. > “The Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Act is a great way to allow new farmers to enter the market by offering low-interest loan options.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Health care #### Rick Holdcroft No public position found. #### Darin Tompkins Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign says he would work to lower health care costs, strengthen rural access and protect coverage for those with preexisting conditions. *Campaign website text:* > “He’ll work to lower healthcare costs, strengthen rural healthcare access, and protect coverage for families, seniors, and those with preexisting conditions.” Source: Tompkins for Nebraska, "Priorities", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Abortion #### Rick Holdcroft Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he is pro-life and pro-family. > “I am pro-life and pro-family.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Darin Tompkins No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Rick Holdcroft No public position found. #### Darin Tompkins No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Rick Holdcroft Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports career and technical education, apprenticeships and partnerships among schools, community colleges and employers. > “We should continue strengthening career and technical education, apprenticeships and partnerships between schools, community colleges and employers to ensure Nebraskans have the skills needed for high-demand careers.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Darin Tompkins Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants state funding prioritized for public schools to ease property taxes by reducing local levies. > “We need to prioritize state funding towards supporting our public schools. Not only will this ease the property tax burden on our local communities by reducing the local levy, but it will also help keep our schools on the cutting edge of innovation.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Energy, water and environment #### Rick Holdcroft Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports local groundwater protections and water management with Natural Resources Districts, and restricting business incentives for data centers. > “The Legislature should support policies that encourage responsible water management, strengthen local groundwater protections, invest in infrastructure that improves water efficiency and promote sound stewardship through partnerships with our Natural Resources Districts (NRDs), farmers, ranchers and local communities.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support restricting business incentives for data centers and ensuring they are not funded on taxpayers’ dollars.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Darin Tompkins Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to keep public power inexpensive and put guardrails in place to protect water and air. > “One of Nebraska’s best economic development tools is our cheap public power, and the Legislature should do everything it can to keep it that way. There must be proper guardrails in place to ensure we are protecting the water we drink and the air we breathe.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Guns and public safety #### Rick Holdcroft No public position found. #### Darin Tompkins No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Rick Holdcroft Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should support voter-approved laws, with limited tweaks allowed, and generally supports keeping the 33-vote threshold for ending debate. > “The Legislature should support voter-approved laws. There may be times when these laws have unforeseen consequences, at which point the Legislature may be required to make tweaks to the law in a way consistent with the overall intent of the voter, which is allowed by the Nebraska Constitution with a two-thirds majority.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I generally support keeping Nebraska’s current filibuster rules and the 33-vote threshold for ending debate on legislation.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Darin Tompkins Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should not change voter-approved laws and supports strict term limits at the federal and state level. > “The Legislature should not change a voter-approved law.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “At both the federal and the state level, we should have strict term limits to encourage our elected officials to make decisions that are best for the citizens of their district and our state instead of political institutions or special interest groups.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 36", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 38 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-38/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Tim Anderson](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/tim-anderson.md) - [Janell Anderson Ehrke](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/janell-anderson-ehrke.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Tim Anderson | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Janell Anderson Ehrke | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Tim Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports shifting K-12 funding from local property taxes to the state and a hard cap on local levy and valuation growth; campaign site lists providing "actual property tax relief." > “I support continuing to shift the burden of K-12 education funding away from local property taxes and toward the state's broader tax base, along with a hard cap on how fast local levies and valuations can grow year over year.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 38", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Fight to provide actual property tax relief and get our fiscal house in order.” Source: Tim Anderson for Legislature, "Vote Tim Anderson", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Janell Anderson Ehrke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants property tax relief that does not shift the burden to other taxpayers, by reducing reliance on property taxes and controlling spending. > “We need meaningful, sustainable property tax relief that does not simply shift the burden from one taxpayer to another. I support reducing our reliance on property taxes to fund essential services, while also controlling government spending at both the state and local levels.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 38", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Tim Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports continued phase-down of income tax rates, workforce housing and childcare incentives, and investing in workforce and economic development. > “Continued phase-down of income tax rates to keep Nebraska competitive with neighboring states. Workforce housing and childcare incentives that help employers fill open jobs.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 38", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Invest in workforce and economic development to bring better-paying jobs to District 38” Source: Tim Anderson for Legislature, "Vote Tim Anderson", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Janell Anderson Ehrke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans to prioritize workforce development and entrepreneurship through technical training, apprenticeships and business education. > “I will prioritize workforce development and entrepreneurship by supporting technical training, apprenticeships and business education to strengthen rural communities.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 38", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Tim Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants the state to help younger people enter agriculture and get started. > “Anything that we can do to expand younger agricultural people to get into the industry, to help out them at the beginning.” Source: KHGI, "Two candidates vie for Nebraska Legislature District 38: Part 1", · News article · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Janell Anderson Ehrke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Is committed to expanding value-added agriculture and market access so more products are processed and sold in Nebraska. > “I am committed to expanding value-added agriculture and market access, so more products are processed and sold in Nebraska, keeping more value in our state.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 38", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Health care #### Tim Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says pharmacies that provide medicines to care facilities need to be protected so pharmacists stay close by. > “We need to make sure that our pharmacists are close to each of us, so we have to protect the pharmacies that provide the medicines for those facilities” Source: KSNB, "District 38 candidates discuss data centers, school budgets, nursing homes", · News article · published 2026-10-29 · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Janell Anderson Ehrke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the funding model for Medicaid patients needs to be looked at so that it can be funded properly. > “We’ve got to make sure that we’re getting them the funding they deserve because we’re getting more, instead of private pay, our Medicaid patients are becoming even, and that makes it unprofitable, so we’re going to have to look at that model and figure out ways that we can fund it properly” Source: KSNB, "District 38 candidates discuss data centers, school budgets, nursing homes", · News article · published 2026-10-29 · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Abortion #### Tim Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Lists protecting "Pro-Life values" among his priorities. *Campaign website text:* > “Protect our Second Amendment rights, Pro-Life values, and keep Men out of Girls' Sports” Source: Tim Anderson for Legislature, "Vote Tim Anderson", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Janell Anderson Ehrke No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Tim Anderson No public position found. #### Janell Anderson Ehrke No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Tim Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site lists strengthening local schools with transparency and parental involvement among his priorities. *Campaign website text:* > “Strengthen local schools with transparency and parental involvement” Source: Tim Anderson for Legislature, "Vote Tim Anderson", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Janell Anderson Ehrke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says she is fighting for rural school budgeting and oversight that makes sense; she says a bonus system for efficiently run districts would help. *Campaign website text:* > “Fighting for rural school budgeting and oversight that makes sense” Source: Janell Anderson Ehrke for Legislature, "Janell Anderson Ehrke For Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “If there was a bonus system for those districts that are running very efficiently, sharing costs, and most importantly, really focusing on the education component, I think everybody would be on the same page.” Source: KSNB, "District 38 candidates discuss data centers, school budgets, nursing homes", · News article · published 2026-10-29 · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Energy, water and environment #### Tim Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he would not support an outright ban on data centers and that growth has to pay its own way; campaign site also lists halting construction of "Solar Wind Farms." > “I wouldn't support an outright ban on data centers. Nebraska should welcome investment and jobs, but growth has to pay its own way and can't come at the expense of the farms, ranches and communities that depend on the same land and water.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 38", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Make Data Centers pay their own way and halt construction of Solar Wind Farms to protect our valuable farmland, our water, and our voice.” Source: Tim Anderson for Legislature, "Vote Tim Anderson", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Janell Anderson Ehrke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says data centers in Nebraska should pay an incentive rather than receive one, and should be placed only where the community or area wants one. > “If we put a data center in Nebraska, they need to pay an incentive, not get an incentive” Source: KSNB, "District 38 candidates discuss data centers, school budgets, nursing homes", · News article · published 2026-10-29 · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “It has to be local control, meaning that we do not put a data center unless that community or that area wants that data center.” Source: KSNB, "District 38 candidates discuss data centers, school budgets, nursing homes", · News article · published 2026-10-29 · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Guns and public safety #### Tim Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Lists protecting Second Amendment rights among his priorities. *Campaign website text:* > “Protect our Second Amendment rights, Pro-Life values, and keep Men out of Girls' Sports” Source: Tim Anderson for Legislature, "Vote Tim Anderson", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Janell Anderson Ehrke No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Tim Anderson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the will of voters on ballot measures should be respected, and supports keeping the 33-vote threshold to end debate. > “If the people of the state vote on a ballot measure and it's either passed or dismissed, the will of the people has spoken and should be respected.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 38", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support keeping the current 33-vote threshold to end debate.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 38", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Janell Anderson Ehrke Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports making it harder for the Legislature to change voter-approved laws, and supports letting voters decide on three consecutive terms for senators. > “I support making it more difficult for the Legislature to overturn or substantially change laws approved directly by Nebraska voters.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 38", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “I support allowing Nebraska voters to decide whether state senators should be eligible to serve three consecutive four-year terms instead of the current two.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 38", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 40 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-40/ 1 candidate · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Barry DeKay](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/barry-dekay.md), incumbent Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Barry DeKay | yes | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Barry DeKay Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says everything beyond food and business inputs should be considered for the sales tax base, and that spending caps must be considered. > “In my mind, necessities like food and business inputs should remain exempt. Everything else should be on the table.” Source: Summerland Advocate-Messenger (column by Sen. Barry DeKay), "Where your tax dollars go", · Official statement · published 2026-06-24 · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “Greater controls on spending, such as spending caps, must also be considered.” Source: Summerland Advocate-Messenger (column by Sen. Barry DeKay), "Where your tax dollars go", · Official statement · published 2026-06-24 · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Barry DeKay No public position found. ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Barry DeKay No public position found. ### Health care #### Barry DeKay No public position found. ### Abortion #### Barry DeKay No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Barry DeKay No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Barry DeKay No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Barry DeKay No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Barry DeKay No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Barry DeKay No public position found. ## Legislature, District 41 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-41/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 2-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Jeremy Heneger](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/jeremy-heneger.md) - [Joe Johnson](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/joe-johnson.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Jeremy Heneger | yes | — | yes | yes | — | — | yes | — | — | yes | | Joe Johnson | yes | yes | yes | — | — | — | yes | — | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Jeremy Heneger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants “real tax relief” for the middle class, including family farms and ranches, and says the “ultrawealthy” should “do their fair share.” > “Real tax relief for the middle class, which of course includes the typical family farms and ranches.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 41 (Special Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “We can do these things while providing tax relief to the middle class and asking the ultrawealthy to do their fair share.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 41 (Special Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Joe Johnson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Names reducing the property tax burden a top priority and backs a state-level revenue source to fund schools per student for a dollar-for-dollar property tax cut. > “My top priorities are reducing the property tax burden, protecting property owner rights and strengthening local control.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 41 (Special Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “A central part of that effort is establishing a stable, state-level revenue source to fund education on a per-student basis and deliver a direct, dollar-for-dollar reduction in property taxes.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 41 (Special Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Jeremy Heneger No public position found. #### Joe Johnson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the state should partner with local communities on growth. > “The state needs to be a partner in growth with local communities” Source: Central Nebraska Today, "Joe Johnson running for Legislative District 41 seat", · News article · published 2026-05-11 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Jeremy Heneger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says protecting family farms and advocating for right-to-repair are key issues for the district. > “Farming and ranching are so important to Nebraska. Protecting family farms and advocating for the “right to repair” are key issues for the district and, therefore, for me” Source: Heneger For Nebraska, "Heneger For Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Joe Johnson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says Nebraska should strengthen its agricultural economy through innovation, value-added production and policies that keep family farms and rural communities competitive. *Campaign website text:* > “He believes Nebraska must continue to strengthen its agricultural economy by supporting innovation, value-added production, and policies that keep family farms and rural communities competitive for generations to come.” Source: Johnson for Legislature, "Johnson for Legislature \| District 41", · Campaign website · published 2026-02-07 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Health care #### Jeremy Heneger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants health care access for all, especially mental health access, and calls health care a human right. > “Health care access for all, especially mental health access. Health care is a human right, and no one should have to go bankrupt or do a GoFundMe to afford medical care.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 41 (Special Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Joe Johnson No public position found. ### Abortion #### Jeremy Heneger No public position found. #### Joe Johnson No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Jeremy Heneger No public position found. #### Joe Johnson No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Jeremy Heneger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says public money must continue to fund public schools and should not be diverted to those seeking to profit. > “Public money must continue to fund public schools and should not be diverted to people trying to profit from something that should be a free service for all children.” Source: Heneger For Nebraska, "Heneger For Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Joe Johnson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Plans a more balanced and accountable funding model for K-12 education. > “I will prioritize disciplined investment in core functions of government — education, public safety and infrastructure — while driving a more balanced and accountable funding model for K–12 education.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 41 (Special Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Energy, water and environment #### Jeremy Heneger No public position found. #### Joe Johnson No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Jeremy Heneger No public position found. #### Joe Johnson No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Jeremy Heneger Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says ballot measures should be enacted in line with their intent. > “Ballot measures should be enacted in ways that adhere to the intent of the ballot measure.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 41 (Special Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Joe Johnson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the Legislature should faithfully implement voter-approved measures and supply the structure needed to make them work. > “The Legislature’s responsibility is to faithfully implement voter-approved measures while providing the necessary structure and clarity to make them function effectively in practice.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 41 (Special Election)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ## Legislature, District 42 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-42/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Mike Jacobson](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/mike-jacobson.md), incumbent - [Shaylee S. Scranton](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/shaylee-s-scranton.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Mike Jacobson | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | — | — | yes | — | yes | | Shaylee S. Scranton | — | yes | — | yes | — | — | yes | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Mike Jacobson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says property taxes are too high, that shifting costs does not fix it, and wants spending controls and a broader tax base. > “Property taxes are too high, but shifting costs from one taxpayer to another does not fix the problem. We need to control spending, look for efficiencies, and grow the economy so the tax base is broader.” Source: The North Platte Bulletin, "Election: Scranton challenges Jacobson for Legislature", · News article · published 2026-10-25 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Shaylee S. Scranton No public position found. ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Mike Jacobson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to keep state spending in check and support policies that attract investment and create jobs. > “I also want to keep state spending in check and support policies that help Nebraska communities attract investment and create good jobs.” Source: The North Platte Bulletin, "Election: Scranton challenges Jacobson for Legislature", · News article · published 2026-10-25 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Shaylee S. Scranton Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants less state spending on economic development, saying it should not be centralized or state-guided. > “There needs to be less state spending on ‘economic development,’ as economic development should not be centralized and guided by the state in the first place.” Source: The North Platte Bulletin, "Election: Scranton challenges Jacobson for Legislature", · News article · published 2026-10-25 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Mike Jacobson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says state policy must continue to support agriculture and energy while letting communities grow. > “Agriculture and energy remain central to our local economy, and state policy must continue to support those industries while allowing communities to grow and adapt to changing economic conditions.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 42", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Shaylee S. Scranton No public position found. ### Health care #### Mike Jacobson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says rural hospitals need a stable path to keep serving communities and that recruiting providers is a major challenge. > “Rural Nebraskans need dependable access to hospitals, emergency care and health professionals close to home. Recruiting and retaining providers is a major challenge, and rural hospitals need a stable path to continue serving their communities.” Source: The North Platte Bulletin, "Election: Scranton challenges Jacobson for Legislature", · News article · published 2026-10-25 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Shaylee S. Scranton Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants everyone to have affordable, accessible health care and local or transport options for rural Nebraskans. > “We must ensure everyone in our state has the opportunity to access affordable, accessible, and effective healthcare.” Source: Shaylee Scranton for Nebraska, "Shaylee Scranton for Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “Traveling to receive care in rural Nebraska can be a challenge, and I will work to find a solution—whether that’s increasing the ability of our small towns to offer local options, or finding practical ways to help transport those in need.” Source: Shaylee Scranton for Nebraska, "Shaylee Scranton for Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Abortion #### Mike Jacobson No public position found. #### Shaylee S. Scranton No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Mike Jacobson No public position found. #### Shaylee S. Scranton No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Mike Jacobson No public position found. #### Shaylee S. Scranton Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will make sure rural public schools have the resources they need. > “I will make sure rural public schools have the resources they need to continue forming well-rounded citizens.” Source: Shaylee Scranton for Nebraska, "Shaylee Scranton for Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Energy, water and environment #### Mike Jacobson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports clear, consistent state rules for future data centers and says taxpayers and ratepayers should not pay a project's costs. > “Taxpayers and ratepayers should not be left paying costs that belong to a project. I support clear, consistent state rules for future data centers, including clarity about tax incentives, while honoring agreements already in place.” Source: The North Platte Bulletin, "Election: Scranton challenges Jacobson for Legislature", · News article · published 2026-10-25 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Shaylee S. Scranton Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants hyperscale data center development halted and says she will help Sandhills residents protect the region from large energy infrastructure. > “Hyperscale data center development needs to be halted immediately.” Source: The North Platte Bulletin, "Election: Scranton challenges Jacobson for Legislature", · News article · published 2026-10-25 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Due to increased demand for energy, largely from growth in AI, these precious hills are under threat of being developed for the infrastructure demanded. I will ensure Sandhillers have the support they need to keep their unique home safe from big industry.” Source: Shaylee Scranton for Nebraska, "Shaylee Scranton for Nebraska", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Guns and public safety #### Mike Jacobson No public position found. #### Shaylee S. Scranton No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Mike Jacobson Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says voter-approved laws should be respected and implemented so they are workable and fiscally sustainable. > “Voter-approved laws should be respected. The Legislature’s role is to implement them while ensuring they are workable, consistent with existing law and fiscally sustainable.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 42", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Shaylee S. Scranton Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says lawmakers should respect the will of the people but may use caution about the funding motivations behind initiatives, and that officials should not take out-of-state campaign contributions. > “It’s important for lawmakers to respect the will of the people. That being said, I don’t think exercising caution is unwarranted when evaluating the funding motivations behind initiatives — though that’s true of any laws being enacted.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 42", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Honesty, integrity, and humility should be core values of any elected official. They should not take campaign contributions from out-of-state influences.” Source: The North Platte Bulletin, "Election: Scranton challenges Jacobson for Legislature", · News article · published 2026-10-25 · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Legislature, District 44 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-44/ 1 candidate · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Teresa Ibach](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/teresa-ibach.md), incumbent Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Teresa Ibach | yes | yes | yes | yes | — | — | — | yes | — | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Teresa Ibach Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports taking another look at what is exempt from sales tax, opposes taxing business inputs, and says local taxing entities should weigh needs versus wants. > “I believe we should take another look at what isn’t subject to sales tax. There are certainly some things we should be taxing, but I would not support establishing taxes on business inputs.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 44 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “We can always do more, but, ultimately, the local taxing entities need to take a hard look at needs versus wants and make decisions accordingly.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 44 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Teresa Ibach Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to attract higher-wage jobs and upskill the workforce, citing internship programs. > “Currently, our cost of living is very reasonable when compared with other states, but we must look to improve opportunities to attract higher wage jobs and to upskill our workforce, such as utilizing internship programs because the rates of return on those programs are very high.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 44 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Teresa Ibach Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the state must strengthen its agriculture economy while protecting natural resources. > “We must continue to strengthen our state’s ag economy while protecting our natural resources, which includes water quality and quantity.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 44 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Health care #### Teresa Ibach Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says rural areas need to address workforce shortages, including specialized health care practitioners and child care providers. > “We must also work to address rural workforce deserts, like the lack of specialized healthcare practitioners or childcare providers, in order to make our local communities stronger.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 44 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Abortion #### Teresa Ibach No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Teresa Ibach No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Teresa Ibach No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Teresa Ibach Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes a state ban on data centers and supports the Nebraska Environmental Trust. > “No, I do not believe the state should look to ban data centers. With new technologies, data centers can and are reducing their water usage.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 44 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I am a huge proponent of the Nebraska Environmental Trust and efforts taken by the Department of Water, Energy and Environment in protecting our natural resources.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 44 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Guns and public safety #### Teresa Ibach No public position found. ### Elections and government #### Teresa Ibach Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes changing filibuster rules and says the Legislature should study and modify ballot-enacted laws as needed. > “No, I do not believe we should change the legislative procedure around filibustering and the 33-vote threshold.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 44 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I think it is then incumbent upon us to study the issue further and make modifications as necessary to address issues that may arise since the passage of the ballot measure.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 44 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ## Legislature, District 46 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-46/ 1 candidate · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Danielle Conrad](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/danielle-conrad.md), incumbent Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Danielle Conrad | yes | yes | — | yes | — | — | yes | yes | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Danielle Conrad Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Supports expanding the homestead exemption, a circuit breaker program and school funding for property tax relief, plus an expanded EITC and a state child tax credit. > “The clear solutions to address property tax relief are to expand the homestead exemption, establish a circuit breaker program and ensure public schools have the state resources they need to keep education strong and lessen local property tax burdens.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 46 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “I favor targeted tax relief to those who need it most, including cutting sweetheart tax loopholes that benefit the wealthiest few, expanding the EITC and establishing a state level child tax credit.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 46 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Danielle Conrad Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she will address affordability and workforce challenges by championing child care, housing, health care, wage standards and education. > “I will continue to be a champion to address affordability concerns for Nebraskans and address our workforce challenges by championing childcare, housing, healthcare, wage standards and education.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 46 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Danielle Conrad No public position found. ### Health care #### Danielle Conrad Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she prioritized a bill to cap medical debt at 3% and protect the family home from medical bankruptcy. > “My constituents are worried about spiraling health care costs, and that is why I prioritized a bill to cap medical debt at 3% and protect the family home from medical bankruptcy.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 46 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Abortion #### Danielle Conrad No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Danielle Conrad No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Danielle Conrad Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Lists strong public schools, kindergarten through college, among her priorities and says concerns about university cuts and rising tuition must be protected in the budget. > “Tools to help working families succeed, tools to help small businesses succeed, civil rights and strong public schools, kindergarten through college.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 46 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “My constituents are concerned about the cuts to the university and rising tuition and cuts to programs that serve disabled Nebraska neighbors, and those issues must be protected in our budget.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 46 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Energy, water and environment #### Danielle Conrad Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says she led the fight against the proliferation of massive new data centers in Nebraska and wants the Perkins County Canal expenditure rightsized. > “I was proud to lead the fight against the proliferation of massive new data centers in Nebraska that threaten family farmers, our natural resources and unique public power system to benefit big tech and the largest corporations at the expense of Nebraska citizens and will continue to do so.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 46 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “The state should rightsize the Perkins County Canal expenditure to ensure our fair share of water in a more economical way.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 46 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Guns and public safety #### Danielle Conrad Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site calls her a “champion for smart justice reforms,” including tough penalties for violent crimes, support for victims, and more access to treatment and problem-solving courts. *Campaign website text:* > “Champion for smart justice reforms-tough penalties for violent crimes, support for victims, increased access to treatment and problem solving courts to reduce taxpayer burden and strengthen our shared public safety goals” Source: Conrad for Legislature, "Danielle Conrad for Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ### Elections and government #### Danielle Conrad Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes changes to the filibuster rule and says elected leaders should not delay, undermine or carve up voter-approved initiatives. > “I do not support changes to the filibuster rule. It appropriately balances majority rule and minority rights grounded in either philosophical or urban rural differences.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 46 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 > “Elected leaders should not delay, undermine or carve up initiatives according to their own dictates.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 46 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 ## Legislature, District 48 (Nebraska) Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/legislature-48/ 2 candidates · vote for 1 · 4-year term. General election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name. Each quote is the candidate's own words; the summary above it is ours. The Nebraska Legislature is officially nonpartisan. Party is not on the ballot. Find your district: ### Candidates - [Brian Hardin](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/brian-hardin.md), incumbent - [Jessica M. Landers](https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/jessica-m-landers.md) Topic coverage ("yes" = at least one quote found; "—" = no public position found). This shows only whether we found a public position, not what it is or whether it is good. | Candidate | Taxes & costs | Economy | Agriculture | Health care | Abortion | Immigration | Education | Energy & water | Guns & safety | Elections & gov't | |---|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:| | Brian Hardin | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Jessica M. Landers | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | yes | yes | ### Property taxes and cost of living #### Brian Hardin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants a simpler tax structure with a broad-based sales tax instead of stacked income, property and inheritance taxes, and says relief requires an equal decrease in government spending. > “Longer term I still want a simpler tax structure — broad-based sales tax instead of stacking income, property and inheritance taxes — so families and farms are not punished for owning something and building something.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 48 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Tax cuts without spending restraint is just a tax shift. Real relief requires an equal decrease in government spend.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 48 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jessica M. Landers No public position found. ### Economy, jobs and trade #### Brian Hardin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Wants to keep the LB 754 income and corporate rate cuts on schedule. > “Keep the LB 754 income and corporate rate cuts on schedule so Nebraska can compete with neighboring states and so working families keep more of what they earn.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 48 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jessica M. Landers No public position found. ### Agriculture and rural Nebraska #### Brian Hardin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says he will champion higher ethanol blends, protect farmland from foreign control and cut regulatory obstacles; campaign site says he supports exploring new markets for local produce. > “On the growth side I will keep championing agriculture and small business: higher ethanol blends that raise demand for our corn, protecting farmland from foreign control (LB 1120) and cutting regulatory obstacles so producers and local shops can expand.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 48 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Brian supports exploring new markets for local produce and attracting ag-related businesses to our region.” Source: Hardin for Legislature, "Brian Hardin for District 48 Nebraska Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jessica M. Landers No public position found. ### Health care #### Brian Hardin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says Health and Human Services cuts must be surgical so as not to deepen the rural medical desert. > “As HHS Committee chair, I have said we will be front and center on cuts — but they have to be surgical so we do not deepen the rural medical desert while we close the books.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 48 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jessica M. Landers No public position found. ### Abortion #### Brian Hardin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says he supported and helped pass LB574, which bans abortion after 12 weeks. *Campaign website text:* > “Brian supported and helped pass Nebraska’s first significant abortion ban post-Roe v. Wade (LB574), banning abortion after 12-weeks and prohibiting puberty blockers for minors and bannning gender-altering surgery for minors.” Source: Hardin for Legislature, "Brian Hardin for District 48 Nebraska Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jessica M. Landers No public position found. ### Immigration and the border #### Brian Hardin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says he supported Nebraska's participation in Operation Lone Star to secure the southern border. *Campaign website text:* > “Supported Nebraska’s participation in Operation Lone Star, backing Gov. Pillen’s deployment of state resources to secure the southern border and prevent fentanyl and human trafficking from impacting our communities.” Source: Hardin for Legislature, "Brian Hardin for District 48 Nebraska Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jessica M. Landers No public position found. ### Education and school choice #### Brian Hardin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says he backed legislation to prohibit teaching what it calls “divisive Critical Race Theory” and “inappropriate gender ideology,” and advocates school choice (LB753). *Campaign website text:* > “Actively backed legislation to prohibit the teaching of divisive Critical Race Theory and inappropriate gender ideology in Nebraska schools, while strongly advocating school choice (LB753) to empower parents to choose schools aligning with their values.” Source: Hardin for Legislature, "Brian Hardin for District 48 Nebraska Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jessica M. Landers No public position found. ### Energy, water and environment #### Brian Hardin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Opposes a statewide data center ban; wants no ImagiNE subsidies for data centers, public disclosure of water and electricity use, and Natural Resources District review. > “A statewide ban is the wrong tool. Counties and NRDs know their water and their land.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 48 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Pair it with no ImagiNE subsidies for data centers, full public disclosure of water and electricity use, and Natural Resources District review so a project cannot quietly drain a basin.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 48 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jessica M. Landers No public position found. ### Guns and public safety #### Brian Hardin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Campaign site says he voted to enact Constitutional Carry (LB77) and championed increased funding, resources and training for State Patrol and local law enforcement. *Campaign website text:* > “Successfully voted to enact Constitutional Carry (LB77), allowing law-abiding Nebraskans to carry concealed firearms without permits or unnecessary regulation” Source: Hardin for Legislature, "Brian Hardin for District 48 Nebraska Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy *Campaign website text:* > “Championed increases in funding, resources, and training for Nebraska State Patrol and local law enforcement agencies to ensure community safety and officer retention.” Source: Hardin for Legislature, "Brian Hardin for District 48 Nebraska Legislature", · Campaign website · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jessica M. Landers Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says her priority bill, JP's Law, would fill gaps in the traffic code on reckless drivers who cause serious bodily injury. > “The purpose of the bill would be to fill gaps in the traffic code that fail to address reckless drivers who cause serious bodily injury.” Source: Scottsbluff Star-Herald (via Insurance News Net), "District 48 candidates Brian Hardin, Jessica Landers weigh in on taxes, spending and representation", · Questionnaire · published 2026-10-27 · retrieved 2026-10-31 ### Elections and government #### Brian Hardin Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says the 33-vote threshold to break cloture should fall to 30 or 28, and that two-thirds of the Unicameral is already a high bar to amend what voters pass. > “The 33-vote threshold needs to fall to 30 or even 28 to break cloture.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 48 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “The people reserved the initiative power, and two-thirds of the Unicameral is already a high bar to amend what voters pass.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 48 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy #### Jessica M. Landers Summary (our words, not the candidate's): Says voter-approved laws should stand and that yearly legislative audits would be helpful. > “Whether the individual legislator agrees with the voter-approved law or not, the voters voted, and it should stand. When I am in Lincoln, my role is to uphold the will of the people.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 48 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy > “Yearly legislative audits that are not made into a political three-ring circus would be helpful.” Source: Nebraska Examiner, "Nebraska Legislature, Legislative District 48 (2026 General Election voter guide)", · Questionnaire · no publish date shown · retrieved 2026-10-31 · archived copy ## Nebraska ballot measures Canonical page: https://publictownsquare.com/nebraska/measures/ ### Initiative Measure 440: Online sports betting (constitutional amendment) Constitutional amendment, proposed by initiative petition. #### Summary (our words) - A vote FOR: Changes the Nebraska Constitution so that laws can allow online sports betting by people located in Nebraska, through licensed casino operators at Nebraska racetracks. - A vote AGAINST: The Nebraska Constitution does not change. Online sports betting stays not allowed by the constitution. - Related: Initiative 441 is the matching law that would set the rules for online sports betting. #### Official text, word for word Ballot question: > Shall the Nebraska Constitution be amended to authorize the enactment of laws allowing persons located within Nebraska to place sports wagers through an Internet-based platform when offered by an authorized gaming operator conducting games of chance within a licensed racetrack enclosure in Nebraska? Official FOR statement: > A vote “FOR” will amend the Nebraska Constitution to authorize the enactment of laws to allow persons located within Nebraska to place sports wagers through an Internet-based platform when offered by an authorized gaming operator conducting games of chance within a licensed racetrack enclosure in Nebraska. Official AGAINST statement: > A vote “AGAINST” means the Nebraska Constitution will not be amended in this manner. Source: Nebraska Secretary of State, "Informational Pamphlet on Initiative Measures Appearing on the 2026 General Election Ballot", , page(s) 1–5 · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Statements from supporters and opponents (official pamphlet, unedited) Supporters' statement: > Vote FOR Initiative 440 to legalize online sports wagering and direct more than $166 million to property tax relief. We know Nebraskans are already wagering on sports through illegal and offshore platforms or driving to a neighboring state where wagering is legal. This means millions of dollars in tax revenue leave our state every year. Initiative 440 keeps the money in Nebraska through a legal, regulated and secure marketplace that is projected to deliver more than $166 million in direct property tax relief to Nebraska homeowners, farmers, ranchers and small businesses over the next ten years. Legal online sports wagering will keep the money in Nebraska and generate millions of dollars in real property tax relief. Vote FOR Initiative 440. Opponents' statement: > Initiative Measure 440 turns every phone into a casino, every play into a wager, and every athlete into a target—sending hundreds of millions of dollars out of Nebraska to out-of-state gambling conglomerates. It is funded by out-of-state billion-dollar gambling corporations and opposed by many Nebraska leaders, players, and coaches. Online sports betting fuels corruption in sports and is one of the most common forms of abuse athletes receive, including threats of violence to themselves and their families. Every teenager with a phone will face aggressive advertising, while taxpayers and families get no real property tax relief, as casinos promised five years ago, and will be forced to pay for increased social costs. Vote AGAINST Initiative Measure 440 to protect Nebraska families, taxpayers, and student-athletes. ### Initiative Measure 441: Online sports betting (state law) Statute (state law), proposed by initiative petition. #### Summary (our words) - A vote FOR: Makes a state law that lets people located in Nebraska bet on sports online through licensed racetrack casino operators or their platform partners, and sets rules for it under the State Racing and Gaming Commission. - A vote AGAINST: No such law is made. - Related: Initiative 440 is the matching constitutional amendment. #### Official text, word for word Ballot question: > Shall statutes be enacted that: (1) Allow persons located within Nebraska to place sports wagers through an Internet-based platform when offered by an authorized gaming operator conducting games of chance within a licensed racetrack enclosure in Nebraska or the operator’s platform provider; and (2) Regulate such sports wagers? Official FOR statement: > A vote “FOR” will enact statutes allowing persons located within Nebraska to place sports wagers through an Internet-based platform when offered by an authorized gaming operator conducting games of chance within a licensed racetrack enclosure in Nebraska or the operator’s platform provider, and regulating such sports wagers. Official AGAINST statement: > A vote “AGAINST” means no such statutes will be enacted. Source: Nebraska Secretary of State, "Informational Pamphlet on Initiative Measures Appearing on the 2026 General Election Ballot", , page(s) 6–15 · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Statements from supporters and opponents (official pamphlet, unedited) Supporters' statement: > Vote FOR Initiative 441 to create and regulate a safe and secure online wagering marketplace in Nebraska and use existing state gaming laws to direct more than $166 million to property tax relief. Initiative 441 creates the legal and regulatory framework for online sports wagering, with real consumer protections and oversight by the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission. More importantly, this initiative requires that 70 percent of all wagering tax revenue goes directly to Nebraska's Property Tax Credit Cash Fund. That means more than $166 million in real property tax relief goes straight to Nebraskans over the first ten years. Legal and regulated sports wagering means millions in direct property tax relief. Vote FOR Initiative 441. Opponents' statement: > Initiative Measure 441 puts out-of-state gambling interests ahead of Nebraska taxpayers and student-athletes. It would turn every phone into a casino, every play into a wager, and every athlete into a potential target—sending hundreds of millions of dollars out of Nebraska to the pockets of out-of-state gambling companies. It is opposed by many Nebraska players, leaders, and coaches. Online sports betting fuels corruption in sports and is one of the most common forms of abuse athletes receive. Every teenager with a phone will face aggressive advertising, while taxpayers and families will face increased social costs and no real property tax relief. Vote AGAINST Initiative Measure 441 to protect Nebraska families, taxpayers, and student-athletes. ### Initiative Measure 442: School and college sports teams by biological sex Constitutional amendment, proposed by initiative petition. #### Summary (our words) - A vote FOR: Changes the Nebraska Constitution so schools and colleges must label each team as male, female, or coed based on biological sex, and teams for girls and women are not open to male students. It applies to public schools and colleges, and to private schools that play against them. - A vote AGAINST: The Nebraska Constitution does not change. #### Official text, word for word Ballot question: > Shall the Nebraska Constitution be amended to provide: (1) Schools must expressly designate each athletic team or sport as one of the following based on biological sex: (a) Males, men, or boys; (b) females, women, or girls; or (c) coed or mixed; and (2) Athletic teams or sports designated for females, women, or girls shall not be open to students of the male sex? The amendment would apply to all athletic teams or sports sponsored by public schools or postsecondary educational institutions, and private schools or educational institutions whose athletic teams or sports compete against public schools or institutions. Official FOR statement: > A vote “FOR” will amend the Nebraska Constitution to provide: (1) Schools must expressly designate each athletic team or sport as one of the following based on biological sex: (a) Males, men, or boys; (b) females, women, or girls; or (c) coed or mixed; and (2) Athletic teams or sports designated for females, women, or girls shall not be open to students of the male sex. The amendment would apply to all athletic teams or sports sponsored by public schools or postsecondary educational institutions, and private schools or educational institutions whose athletic teams or sports compete against public schools or institutions. Official AGAINST statement: > A vote “AGAINST” means the Nebraska Constitution will not be amended in this manner. Source: Nebraska Secretary of State, "Informational Pamphlet on Initiative Measures Appearing on the 2026 General Election Ballot", , page(s) 16–19 · retrieved 2026-10-31 #### Statements from supporters and opponents (official pamphlet, unedited) Supporters' statement: > Initiative 442, Fairness for Girls, protects fairness, opportunities, and safety for Nebraska girls in sports. It establishes constitutional protections for sex-separated athletics in Nebraska grade schools, high schools, and colleges. Fairness for Girls ensures female athletes are not forced to compete against biological males. Allowing biological males to compete against girls poses safety risks because of physical differences in strength, bone density, and size, increasing the likelihood of injury. The initiative protects female athletes from losing scholarships, medals, or tournament advancement after being displaced in rankings by biological males. Fairness for Girls protects every girl’s opportunity to succeed on a fair playing field. Opponents' statement: > Initiative 442 adds unnecessary limits on participation in girls’ sports into the Nebraska State Constitution. Initiative 442 raises significant concerns about fairness and privacy by making gender verification constitutionally required for girls and young women who want to play sports at their public school, college or university, but would not place a similar requirement on boys and young men. It would also empower bad actors to unfairly cast doubt on young athletes who don’t fit within traditional gender expectations. Proponents say that this measure is about promoting fairness and safety by ensuring transgender girls cannot participate, but it would actually subject all girls to greater barriers and risk of harm and create a constitutional right to bully kids about their appearance. Vote AGAINST 442. ### Legislative amendment LR19CA: Legislative term limits: two terms to three Constitutional amendment, placed on the ballot by the Legislature. The ballot number for this measure is not yet confirmed from an official source, so it is shown by its legislative name, LR19CA. #### Summary (our words) - A vote FOR: Changes the Nebraska Constitution so state senators can serve three four-year terms in a row (12 years) instead of two (8 years). - A vote AGAINST: The limit stays at two four-year terms in a row (8 years). A senator who serves two terms in a row must wait four years before running again. #### Official text, word for word Official FOR statement: > A vote FOR will amend the state constitution to increase the term limit for state legislators from two consecutive four-year terms (eight years) to three consecutive four-year terms (12 years). Official AGAINST statement: > A vote AGAINST will not amend the Nebraska Constitution, so the current limit of two consecutive four-year terms will remain in effect. State legislators will continue to be ineligible for office in the Legislature for four years after serving two consecutive terms. Source: Nebraska Legislature / Nebraska Secretary of State, "Ballot Statement – LR19CA (2025), approved by the Executive Board of the Legislative Council, June 10, 2026", , page(s) 2 · retrieved 2026-10-31 Official text is copied word for word from the Nebraska Secretary of State documents listed in each 'source'. 'summary' fields are our own plain-language summaries and are labeled as summaries on the site.