Latest News from the Governor's Office
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LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts and the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) hosted a ceremony in the State Capitol Rotunda to recognize graduates from the class of 2020 who achieved a top score on their ACT or SAT college entrance exam.
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Prisons play a crucial role in protecting the safety of our communities. They provide a secure environment where inmates can prepare to successfully reenter society as productive citizens. Over 93 percent of the inmates who enter our state prison system will return to our communities. In Nebraska’s correctional facilities inmates participate in pro-social activities, gain new skills, work toward degrees, and earn their diplomas. These tools and opportunities give them a second chance to transform their lives.
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LINCOLN – On Thursday, at an afternoon press briefing, Governor Pete Ricketts discussed the State of Nebraska’s Community CARES program. Through the initiative, the State is allocating $85 million to support community organizations such as food banks, shelters, and mental health care providers as they face increased demand for their services due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced that Nebraska has received a major economic development award. For the second year in a row, Area Development—the leading executive magazine covering corporate site selection and relocation—has honored the State with a Silver Shovel. The award recognizes Nebraska’s successful recruitment of high-value, job-creating investment projects in 2019.
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LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts encouraged businesses to apply for the 2020 Governor’s Wellness Award beginning July 1, 2020. The timeline has been updated to respect what Nebraska businesses have endured during the pandemic as they remain diligent in their efforts to slow the spread of coronavirus.
