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Rep. Bacon Statement on Comey Memo

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 — 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…

Rep. Bacon Announces Town Halls for South Omaha and Elkhorn

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 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…

Rep. Bacon to Recognize Local Police Officers in Floor Speech

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 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…

Rep. Bacon Encourages Town Hall Attendees to Wear Blue in Honor of Upcoming Police Week

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 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…

AHCA: Myth vs. Fact

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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…

Rep Bacon Issues Statement on Aetna's Decision to Leave Nebraska's Marketplace

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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…

Rep. Bacon Votes 'Yes' on AHCA

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 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…

Rep. Bacon Announces Next Town Hall

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 Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) hosted two town halls, one in Gretna and one at Millard West High School, this past weekend with a combined total of nearly 700 people in attendance. The next town hall is scheduled for Saturday, May 13 at Bennington Elementary School, 11620 N 156th St, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.  “I would like to thank the constituents who were able to…

Rep. Bacon Says Government Shutdown Not an Option

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 Shutting down the government and not funding our troops was not an option for Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) as he voted yes for the Omnibus bill that will fund government operations including the military through September 2017.  This Omnibus bill strengthens our military, border enforcement, and the National Institute for Health while keeping the IRS and EPA at reduced…

Rep. Bacon Focuses on Prevention of Sexual Assault and Exploitation

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 — April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) is raising awareness to the need for prevention of these acts, prosecution of the perpetrators, and increased resources for victims.  He personally knows victims of sexual assault and tackled it head on while serving as a base commander in the U.S. Air Force. “When I arrived at…