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On October 15, despite the ongoing federal government shutdown, the Medicare open enrollment window began. This important annual opportunity allows seniors to select their Medicare…

In a World-Herald op-ed on Veterans Day, Rep. Don Bacon writes about Nebraska's unique role in supporting veterans....

The Schumer Shutdown continues. It’s the longest government shutdown in history, and we’re seeing the impacts all across the country. That includes Nebraska....

On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, our nation will pause to honor the great Americans who have answered the call to serve in the U.S. military — and to recognize their patriotism, serv…

Farmers in the Midwest have endured yet another period of significant economic uncertainty this fall as China opted not to purchase American soybeans during September for the first…

This country is the greatest in the history of the world – free, strong, resilient, a land of unending opportunity. The American people are blessed beyond measure, but the brazen,…

Here in Nebraska, we’ve always believed in taking a careful, commonsense approach. Whether it’s raising a crop, running a business or passing a law, we know that even small decisio…

I want to begin my comments this week by taking a moment to honor our veterans as we celebrate Veterans Day. Veterans Day is a time to honor all those who have served in the United…

This week I wanted to share an update on LB1296 that I introduced and that passed in 2024. LB1296 regulates vaping products sold in Nebraska by requiring manufacturers to register…

Op-ed: I served in the military and I'm running for Congress. Here's what service means to me...

Nebraska State Sen. John Cavanaugh writes about his pledge not to trade stocks if elected to Congress.

The World-Herald editorial board argues that the 2nd congressional district needs a pragmatic problem-solver like retiring Rep. Don Bacon.