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Senator Pete Ricketts highlights mobile office hours and new rural healthcare fund

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Aug 1, 2025

Senator Pete Ricketts used Twitter on July 31 and August 1, 2025 to announce mobile office hours in Dawson County, highlight new funding for rural Nebraska hospitals through the OBBB program, and thank his Washington D.C. interns for their service...

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Ricketts details ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ benefits for Nebraska agriculture

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 31, 2025

U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) highlighted the importance of agriculture in Nebraska and outlined provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill during his weekly press call with local media this week. “Agriculture is the heart and soul of what we do...

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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses foreign policy and honors Ryne Sandberg in recent tweets

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 31, 2025

Senator Pete Ricketts posted several tweets on July 31, 2025 addressing international conflict resolution strategies involving Hamas and paying tribute to baseball legend Ryne Sandberg.

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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses Ryne Sandberg tribute, Union Pacific news, and Fremont explosion

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 30, 2025

Senator Pete Ricketts posted tributes and statements between July 29-30, covering Ryne Sandberg's legacy with the Cubs, economic developments involving Union Pacific in Omaha, and an emergency response following an explosion at Horizon Biofuels in...

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Senate committee advances ROAD to Housing Act with focus on streamlining rural development

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 30, 2025

The Senate Banking Committee has unanimously approved the bipartisan Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream (ROAD) to Housing Act of 2025. U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) highlighted the bill’s inclusion of the Streamlining Rural Housing...

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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses trade policy shift and local tragedy in recent posts

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 30, 2025

Senator Pete Ricketts discussed new developments in U.S.-Australia beef trade relations and offered condolences following an explosion in Fremont, Nebraska on July 30, 2025.

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Ricketts supports Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger, citing benefits for Nebraska

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts of Nebraska has commented on the recent announcement that Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have agreed to merge.

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Senator Pete Ricketts highlights OBBB benefits and defends Senate rescissions package

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 28, 2025

Senator Pete Ricketts used social media posts dated July 27-28, 2025 to promote new legislation benefiting Nebraskans through business incentives and tax cuts while defending a Senate package that ends funding for an international aid program.

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Senator Ricketts introduces act targeting Chinese arms exports

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 25, 2025

This week, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts introduced the THINK TWICE Act of 2025, aimed at countering arms sales by China.

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Senator Pete Ricketts introduces THINK TWICE Act targeting Chinese arms sales

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 25, 2025

Senator Pete Ricketts addressed concerns over China's growing role in global arms exports in several posts dated July 25, 2025.

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Ricketts introduces bill aimed at streamlining rural housing development

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 24, 2025

U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts, representing Nebraska, has introduced the Streamlining Rural Housing Act alongside Senators Jerry Moran of Kansas, Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire, and Ruben Gallego of Arizona.

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Senator Pete Ricketts discusses impact of One Big Beautiful Bill on Nebraska families

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 24, 2025

Yesterday, during a weekly press call with Nebraska media, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) discussed the One Big Beautiful Bill and its implications for Nebraska families.

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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses Iran sanctions and Nebraska policy in recent tweets

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 24, 2025

Senator Pete Ricketts posted several tweets between July 23 and July 24, 2025 discussing UN sanctions on Iran, meetings with EPA officials about environmental policy in Nebraska, and the effects of recent tax legislation on local families.

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Senator Ricketts urges E3 nations for swift action on Iranian sanctions

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 23, 2025

Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) delivered a speech on the Senate floor urging European allies to reject Iran's threats and delaying tactics in the upcoming talks on the Iranian nuclear program.

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Ricketts and King introduce new bill focusing on veteran healthcare improvements

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 23, 2025

U.S. Senators Pete Ricketts and Angus King have introduced the CARING for Our Veterans Health Act of 2025, a legislative proposal aimed at improving the tracking and sharing of medical documentation for veterans.

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Senator Pete Ricketts highlights OBBB benefits and Nebraska’s national ranking

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 23, 2025

Senator Pete Ricketts posted about new tax relief measures for seniors under the OBBB bill and celebrated Nebraska's high quality-of-life ranking on July 22–23, 2025.

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Senator Pete Ricketts discusses veteran care and FAFSA reforms benefiting Nebraska farm families

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 23, 2025

Senator Pete Ricketts used his social media account on July 23, 2025, to highlight legislative initiatives supporting veterans' healthcare coordination and reforms removing barriers for Nebraska's farm families seeking federal student aid.

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Senator Pete Ricketts urges renewed snapback sanctions on Iran; meets with arts leader

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 22, 2025

U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts posted on July 22, 2025 about urging European partners to reinstate snapback sanctions against Iran and meeting with Dr. Lance Nielsen of Nebraskans for the Arts for updates on Nebraska's arts scene.

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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses federal spending abroad, stablecoin legislation, and local law enforcement

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 21, 2025

Senator Pete Ricketts used his Twitter account between July 20-21, 2025 to comment on federal spending overseas, advocate for new stablecoin regulations through the GENIUS Act, and praise Douglas County deputies for lifesaving action.

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Senator Pete Ricketts discusses Senate spending cuts and support for Nebraska agriculture

By Nebraska Panhandle News | Jul 20, 2025

Senator Pete Ricketts commented on recent congressional actions between July 18-20, including passage of a rescissions package targeting certain foreign aid programs and support measures for Nebraska's soybean industry tied to new EPA rules