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 »

This week, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-2) was one of four Congressman to join the bi-partisan Climate Solutions Caucus, which has 24 members evenly split between Republicans and Democrats. Congressman Ted Deutch (D-FL) and Congressman Carlos Curbelo (R-FL), the co-Chairs of the bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus, welcomed them to the Caucus. The mission of the Climate Solutions Caucus is… Read more »

This week, Representative Don Bacon (NE-02) joined 15 other members of Congress who have served in combat to ask President Donald Trump for special exemption consideration for two groups of refugees with regard to his Executive Order concerning refugees. The letter was delivered to the President this week. The letter expresses a shared concern of national security and the need for the… Read more »

Every February, America takes time to remember the important contributions and achievements to our country by African-Americans. On Thursday, February 2 Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) commemorated African-American History Month on the House Floor by honoring Dr. Carol Mitchell of Omaha for her career of public service and dedication to education. Dr. Mitchell was born and raised in, what… Read more »

Today, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-2) released the following statement: “America is a country of hope and refuge for those fleeing terrorism, persecution, war and poverty. However, we must review our vetting procedures to ensure we are protecting our citizens as it is our first priority. There are multiple reports that indicate ISIS is trying to infiltrate other countries using… Read more »

Earlier this week, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-2) was appointed to the General Farm Commodities & Risk Management and Biotechnology, Horticulture & Research Subcommittees for the Agriculture Committee, and will serve on the Agriculture, Energy & Trade Subcommittee and Investigations, Oversight & Regulations Subcommittee for the Small Business Committee for the 115th… Read more »