Today, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) was named by Speaker Paul Ryan as a House Armed Services Committee (HASC) Conferee to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Conference Committee. A Conference Committee is appointed to resolve differences between the U.S. House and Senate versions of passed legislation.
“With nearly 30 years of experience in the Air Force including two… Read more »
Today, U.S. Representatives Mike Coffman (R-CO), Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), Don Bacon (R-NE) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), in a strong bipartisan effort, have introduced H. J.Res. 118, a new Authorization for the Use of Military Force (AUMF), to provide clear Congressional authorization guidelines for the use of military force.
“The threats we face today are far different than those… Read more »
On Monday, October 2, 2017, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) introduced H.R. 3897, the Gold Star Family Support and Installation Access Act of 2017, which would fill in the gaps of current support laws for Gold Star families.
“The core of the Gold Star Bill is about commitment—a commitment for life. I personally know there is nothing more devastating than taking an… Read more »
Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) released the following statement on his co-sponsorship of the CHIME Act:
“The Community Health Investment, Modernization and Excellence (CHIME) Act extends the Community Health Centers Fund (CHCF) for five years. Community Health Centers provide primary care for more than 25 million Americans, and provide access and quality care to many in Nebraska.… Read more »
After today’s release of tax reform framework, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) released the following statement:
"It's been 31 years since we updated our tax code, and now is the time for tax reform. We propose tax reform that is fair, simple, and helps us compete and win in the global economy. This reform will unleash economic growth, increase employment and will put… Read more »
Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) is now accepting applications for nomination to one of the United States military academies: U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY; U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD; U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) at Colorado Springs, CO; and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, NY. The U.S. Coast Guard Academy at New London, CT does not require a congressional… Read more »
OMAHA, NE- Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) released the following statement in regards to the President’s decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program:
“I understand why many people are unsure of what the future holds for them and the fears they are feeling. I want to let those who are scared and uncertain know that I am committed to keeping… Read more »
OMAHA, NE – Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) will host his sixth town hall on Saturday, August 26 at Omaha North High School from 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The town hall is open to residents of the Second Congressional District and credentialed media.
“This town hall provides an opportunity for constituents from North Omaha to meet with me and discuss a variety of issues… Read more »
OMAHA, NE – Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) today announced he will host a Small Business Procurement Conference and a Paths to Success: Education Fair; both open to all residents of the Second Congressional District.
The Small Business Procurement Conference will be held Wednesday, August 23 from 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the LaVista Public Library, 9110 Giles Road. This is an… Read more »
OMAHA, NE- Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) will travel to Israel next week to receive updates on the U.S.-Israel relationship, the peace process, Israel’s security situation, and important political and economic trends in the region. He will meet with senior Israeli and Palestinian leaders and explore opportunities for bilateral economic and technological cooperation with the Israeli… Read more »
