Washington, DC—Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) today released the following statement after Rep. Kevin McCarthy (CA-20) won Speaker of the House:
“Today is historic as the Republican party came together to work on changes sought by our members, and elect Kevin McCarthy as our next Speaker. The big winners are the American people as we can now get to work on fixing the economy, making… Read more »
Washington, DC – Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) today released the following statement to honor Pope Benedict XVI, who was laid to rest on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at St. Peter’s Square in Rome, Italy.
“Pope Benedict XVI was a true servant of God and a profound theologian. His faith and teachings inspired millions of Catholics here in the U.S. and around the world to… Read more »
Bacon Votes No on Massive Omnibus
Washington - Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) issued the following statement after voting no on the $1.7 trillion omnibus bill:
“In addition to the appropriations process this year being a complete disgrace, this omnibus is entirely too much money. The massive spending since the conclusion of COVID has fueled inflation, and this bill is more of the… Read more »
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) joined his House colleagues in voting for the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023. The bill passed by an overwhelming majority of 350 to 80.
“Today, sound public policy won out over partisan politics with the House passage of the National Defense Authorization Act,” said Bacon. “For the 62nd… Read more »
Washington, DC – Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) today released the following statement in honor of the attack on Pearl Harbor, which occurred December 7, 1941.
“The day that will ‘live in infamy’ occurred 81 years ago. The surprise attack by Japan killed 2,403 Americans and destroyed or severely damaged 19 ships. We went on to win the war, but the loss of life was… Read more »
THANKSGIVING PROCLAMATION 2022
On this Thanksgiving Day, I reflect on the many blessings and freedoms we have today, and praise God that we live in the greatest country in the world. Thanksgiving is a special holiday for me. It was my mom’s favorite holiday, and she went through great efforts to make each Thanksgiving special. She passed away 16 years ago and at an age too young.… Read more »
Washington, DC – Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) spoke on the House floor to honor Sergeant Dennis L. Pavlik, who is believed to be the last living Korean War POW from Nebraska. Sergeant Pavlik joined the United States Army in October of 1952 when he was inducted at Fort Omaha in Nebraska. After completing training, Pavlik moved to multiple locations across Korea… Read more »
Omaha, Neb. – Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) today announced he has been named a 2022 Champion for Children by the bipartisan advocacy organization First Focus Campaign for Children. Just 40 members of the U.S. House of Representatives receive this distinction each year, and Bacon is one of four Republicans in the House to receive this award.
“As a foster to adoptive parent and a… Read more »
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) today voted no on a Continuing Resolution to keep the government funded through December 16, 2022. He released the following statement:
“Continuing Resolutions are a blow to military readiness because they delay military training, modernization, and decrease recruitment and retention efforts. Instead of extending funding into 2023,… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Representatives Don Bacon (R-NE) and John Yarmuth (D-KY) and Senators Patrick Leahy (D-VT) and Susan Collins (R-ME) introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Runaway and Homeless Youth and Trafficking Prevention Act. The legislation will reauthorize key federal grant programs to provide states with funding to help thousands of homeless young people… Read more »
