Bacon Votes to Protect Born-Alive Abortion Survivors I met two grown women who survived attempted abortions Washington, D.C. – Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) voted today to protect infants who are born alive after an abortion procedure. H.R. 26 – Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act would also provide an avenue for the mother to hold the abortion provider accountable. “I have met two… Read more »

Bacon Responds to Secretary of Defense’s Rescission of DoD Vaccine Mandate  Washington, DC –Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) today released the following statement after the Department of Defense rescinded the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for servicemembers.   “I am pleased that House Republicans were able to force an end to the Department of Defense’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate, a… Read more »

Bacon Votes to Urge Biden Admin to Investigate Attacks on Pro-Life Centers Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) voted yes on H. Con. Res. 3 Expressing the sense of Congress condemning the recent attacks on pro-life facilities, groups, and churches due to a lack of serious investigations by the Biden Administration. “It is outrageous that a network of pro-life pregnancy… Read more »

Washington, DC—Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) today voted for H.R. 23, the Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act, which would rescind certain allocations made available to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), including funding for the 87,000 IRS agents hired by the Biden Administration. This legislation protects middle-class families and small businesses while enhancing the services… Read more »

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 »