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Ricketts urges local production amid sterile solution shortages post-Hurricane Helene
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts has called for an increase in domestic manufacturing following reports from Nebraska hospitals and patients facing challenges due to a shortage of sterile solutions. The situation was exacerbated by Hurricane Helene, which significantly damaged Baxter's manufacturing facility in North Carolina. Baxter is responsible for supplying around 60% of the intravenous fluids used in the United States, which were already experiencing shortages prior to the hurricane.
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Senate Republicans condemn Hamas attacks, affirm support for Israel
Today marks one year since the October 7th Hamas attack that resulted in the deaths of dozens of Americans. U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts, alongside all 48 Senate Republican colleagues, has condemned Iran-backed Hamas for its actions and expressed support for Israel's survival. They have also called for the safe release of American hostages.
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Senators press Biden-Harris Administration on EU regulatory impact
U.S. Senators Pete Ricketts and Bill Hagerty have addressed a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and other officials within the Biden-Harris administration, urging them to protect American economic interests from what they describe as European Union regulatory overreach. The letter highlights concerns about the EU's recently adopted Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), which mandates compliance from U.S. businesses with European policies under threat of penalties.
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Ricketts and Ernst introduce BE GONE Act targeting immigrant sex offenders
U.S. Senators Pete Ricketts and Joni Ernst have introduced the Better Enforcement of Grievous Offenses by unNaturalized Emigrants (BE GONE) Act, a bill aimed at deporting illegal immigrants convicted of sex crimes. The legislation, spearheaded by Senator Ernst, seeks to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to classify sexual assault and aggravated sexual violence as "aggravated felonies," which would allow for deportation.
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Senator Pete Ricketts named to NSSF's 2024 Congressional Dean's List
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) has been named to the 2024 National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) Congressional Dean’s List for his steadfast support of the Second Amendment.
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Senator Ricketts responds to Iran's missile attack on Israel
On October 1, 2024, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) released a statement following Iran's missile attack on Israel.
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Senator Pete Ricketts honored by NFIB as 'Guardian of Small Business
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) has been recognized as a 2024 “Guardian of Small Business” by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). This award acknowledges lawmakers who have shown support for small business owners through legislative action and leadership.
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Senator Pete Ricketts criticizes new government spending bill
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) expressed his opposition to the recent government spending bill. Following his vote against the bill, Ricketts issued a statement criticizing the current process.
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Senator Ricketts introduces bills targeting Chinese influence in US sectors
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), a member of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, has introduced five pieces of legislation aimed at countering the influence of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in America's agriculture and financial sectors.
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Senator Ricketts addresses threats against Trump from Iran
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) released a statement today addressing recent threats against former President Donald Trump from Iran. According to reports, the Trump campaign was briefed on "real and specific threats from Iran to assassinate him."
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GOP senators condemn UN resolution targeting Israel
U.S. Senators Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Marco Rubio (R-FL), and 28 other GOP colleagues have condemned a resolution introduced by the Palestinian Mission to the United Nations (UN) that targets Israel. The resolution could be voted on as early as this week when the UN General Assembly meets.
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Senate passes bill requiring public disclosure of catch-and-release data
On September 18, 2024, U.S. Senators Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Deb Fischer (R-NE), and John Cornyn (R-TX) issued statements following the unanimous Senate passage of their Southern Border Transparency Act. The bill mandates the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to provide detailed reports on migrant encounters and releases into the United States, including their countries of origin.
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Senators urge Europe to align sanctions against Iran following missile transfer
U.S. Senators Pete Ricketts (R-NE) and Jim Risch (R-ID) have called on European leaders to intensify their actions against Iran and align their sanctions with those imposed by the United States. The appeal follows Iran's transfer of short-range ballistic missiles to Russia, intended for use in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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Senator Pete Ricketts calls for transparency after second Trump assassination attempt
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) responded to the second assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump in as many months. Ricketts made the comments during a conference call with Nebraska media.
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Senator Ricketts reminds students about U.S. military academy nominations deadline
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) has issued a reminder to students regarding the approaching deadline for United States Military Service Academy nominations on October 15. Nominations from a Congressional representative are necessary for admission to the United States Air Force Academy, Naval Academy, Military Academy, and Merchant Marine Academy.
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Senator Ricketts criticizes Biden-Harris administration's security policies
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) paid tribute to the 2,996 people who were killed on September 11th, 2001, during a conference call with Nebraska media today.
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Senator Ricketts criticizes Biden Administration's inconsistent Ukraine policy
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Ranking Member of the Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Europe and Regional Security Cooperation, criticized the "clear disconnect across the Biden administration" on Ukraine policy following conflicting public comments and testimony given to Ricketts during a Subcommittee hearing.
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Senator Pete Ricketts hosts inaugural Federal Issues Forum at Nebraska State Fair
Earlier this week, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) hosted his first-ever Federal Issues Forum at the Nebraska State Fair.
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Resolution marks 73rd anniversary of US-Philippines mutual defense treaty
U.S. Senators Pete Ricketts (R-NE) and Christopher Coons (D-DE) today announced a resolution celebrating the 73rd anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty (MDT) between the United States and the Philippines. The resolution reaffirms the United States’ commitment to the defense of the Philippines under the MDT, particularly in response to persistent and escalating aggression by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in the South China Sea. Both senators are members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
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Senator Ricketts accuses VP Harris of reversing stance on EV mandate
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Ranking Member of the Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Clean Air, Climate, and Nuclear Safety, issued a statement today following comments from a spokesman for Vice President Kamala Harris. The spokesman claimed that Harris “does not support an electric vehicle mandate.”