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

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Senator Pete Ricketts, US Senator for Nebraska | Sen. Pete Ricketts Official U.S. Senate headshot

Senator Pete Ricketts, US Senator for Nebraska | Sen. Pete Ricketts Official U.S. Senate headshot

U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts of Nebraska has commented on the recent announcement that Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have agreed to merge. The deal will consolidate another railroad company’s headquarters at Union Pacific’s existing base in Omaha.

“Union Pacific is an engine for growth in Nebraska. Consolidating another railroad company’s headquarters at the Union Pacific headquarters in Omaha will benefit our state even more. This has the potential to create jobs, increase wages, and streamline the supply chain. This merger is a great deal for Nebraska and America,” said Ricketts.

The merger is expected to have economic implications for Nebraska, particularly with regard to job creation and wage increases, as well as potential improvements in supply chain efficiency.

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