The month of May marks the observation of National Foster Care Month.  The issue of child welfare is an important one that often gets overlooked.  As a member of the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth, Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) will be participating in activities to celebrate foster youth and those who make a meaningful difference in the lives of foster youth. Since… Read more »

Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) today announced he will be co-sponsoring HR 672 the Combating European Anti-Semitism Act of 2017, which reflects his commitment to ensuring religious freedom and reducing religious persecution. “It is right for the United States to combat anti-Semitism here at home and abroad, including the need to ensure the security of European Jewish… Read more »

– Today, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) announced the Second District’s winning artists of the 2017 Congressional Art Competition.   Bacon worked with the Nebraska Art Teachers Association to coordinate the competition.  The first-place artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.  Bacon will display the runners-up in his Washington,… Read more »

 — Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) issued the following statement today: "The FBI should turn over all documents being requested by the Chairman of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.  The strength of government is found in our checks and balances; a cornerstone of our Constitutional system that preserves the integrity of our government.  While I am reserving… Read more »

 Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) announced the locations and times for his next two town halls on Saturday, May 20, with one being held in south Omaha and the other in Elkhorn. The town halls will use the same format as the previous three. “I’ve enjoyed hearing from as many constituents as possible at these town halls and the format we are using allowed me to answer 27… Read more »

 Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) this week honored law enforcement members of the Second Congressional District as part of National Police Week, which is May 14 through May 20, by recognizing law enforcement during a speech on the House floor and encouraging attendees at his last town hall to wear blue. “Our men and women in blue are driven to serve the public and protect the… Read more »

 Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) is encouraging attendees of the town hall on Saturday, May 13 at Bennington Elementary School, 11620 N 156th St., to wear blue in honor of National Police Week, which is May 14 through May 20. “Our men and women in blue are driven to serve the public and protect life, limb, and property of their community and I believe we should honor them for… Read more »

There are quite a few misconceptions about the bill to repeal & replace the Affordable Care Act.  The following are answers to some common concerns: I have a pre-existing condition. How does this bill affect me? Under the AHCA, insurance companies cannot deny you coverage based on pre-existing conditions. And your health status cannot affect your premiums, unless… Read more »

Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) issued the following statement in regards to Aetna's announcement today: "The rescue mission to save health care for Nebraskans just became mission critical with the announcement by Aetna that they would not be offering on -or off -exchange individual plans in Nebraska. This move by Aetna can be placed squarely on the structural issues with the current… Read more »

 Today, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) joined colleagues in the House to pass the American Health Care Act (AHCA), giving individuals and states more control over health care policies allowing for patient-centered health care and removing federal bureaucrats from the decision process.  “Today I joined my colleagues on a rescue mission to save health care for Nebraskans… Read more »