Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) proudly announces and invites all high school students in Nebraska’s Second Congressional District to the 2017 Service Academy Seminar to be held on Saturday, March 25, 2017 from 9AM to 12PM at the Westside West Campus in Omaha, Nebraska. What:              2017 Service Academy Seminar When:… Read more »

Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) released the following statement regarding the bi-partisan passage of the 2017 Defense Appropriations Bill: "This week, the House of Representatives sent a strong bi-partisan message of support to the men and women of our Armed Forces by voting 371-48 to pass the 2017 Defense Appropriations Bill.  Passage of this important measure will fund military… Read more »

Every March, we celebrate American women and their contributions to our country’s history. Yesterday, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) commemorated Women’s History Month on the House Floor by honoring Sara Woods of Omaha, for her contributions to our community as an educator, volunteer and leader. In the same vein, as notable Nebraska women such as Kay Orr, Susette "Bright Eyes"… Read more »

Congressman Don Bacon, representing the 2nd District of Nebraska, held this live event to discuss the concerns of his constituents. He spoke about education and believes that the local school boards should be making decisions for their district. Congressman Bacon stated he supports President Trump’s temporary travel ban and is in favor of improving the vetting procedures. The… Read more »

Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) will host his first tele-town hall for the residents of the Second Congressional District of Nebraska to discuss issues important to them. Callers will be able to submit questions to the Congressman and listen live to his responses. “Hearing from my constituents is important and I want to listen to their valuable insights as we work toward… Read more »

Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) made the following statement denouncing acts of religious persecution: “In light of the recent attacks of desecration at Jewish cemeteries and bomb threats at Jewish Community Centers, I strongly denounce all acts of violence against religious groups that are happening across America. These cowardly acts have no place in our great nation and must be… Read more »

Following the President’s address to a joint session of Congress, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) made the following statement: “Tonight President Donald Trump brought together the country by condemning the twin evils of racism and anti-Semitism.  The President also made a strong commitment to the defeat of ISIS, the strengthening of the NATO alliance, and he reaffirmed… Read more »

Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) made the following statement on President Donald J. Trump’s executive action regarding the “Water of the United States” (WOTUS) rule: “As a member of the House Agriculture and Small Business Committees, I am focused on alleviating unnecessary regulatory burdens on our nation’s small businesses, ranchers, and farmers.  The… Read more »

Today, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-2) announced that he will be re-introducing the “Kerrie Orozco Act” shortly after next week’s district work period. The legislation allows the immediate relatives of first responders who die in the line of duty to continue to process their immigration application in a timely manner despite the death of their loved one. “Our first… Read more »

This week, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-2) was appointed to the Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee and Military Personnel Subcommittee of the House Armed Services Committee which will enable him to follow through on his commitments to national security and military readiness. The Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee conducts oversight of ammunition… Read more »