Don Bacon
U.S. Representative · NE-2 · Republican
Statements and posts
163 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Released bipartisan principles for temporarily extending and reforming ACA premium tax credits.
“Our hope is that this shared statement of principles will inspire bipartisan collaboration across Washington and help get Congress back to work for the American people.”
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Bacon, Bell Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Establish a National Day of the Deployed
Introduced bipartisan resolution to designate October 26 as National Day of the Deployed.
“The American men and women who are deployed around the globe to protect and defend our national interests are the front lines of defense for our democracy”
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Bacon Announces Staff Changes; Recognizes Role of Women in Senior Leadership
Announced staff promotions for three women to senior leadership positions.
“All three of these extraordinary leaders have excelled in their roles and have brought unique perspectives, advice, and understanding to our team”
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Bacon, Khanna Call on President Trump to Remove the Tariffs on Coffee
Sent letter urging President Trump to exempt coffee from reciprocal tariffs.
“Families across America are feeling the cost of higher coffee prices, which are already up 21 percent, and tariffing a product we can't grow at a large, commercial scale, only makes it worse.”
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Bacon Issues Statement on Reported Israel and Hamas Deal
Welcomed Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement and called for swift hostage release and peace deal completion.
“We are all hopeful that the hostages still being held by Hamas will finally be released, which is long overdue. They have been abused, physically and mentally, and we need to get them home as soon as possible.”
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Bacon Releases Statement on Two-Year Anniversary of October 7th Attack
Marked October 7 anniversary, condemned Hamas, pledged support for Israel and Jewish Americans.
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Bacon Brief: Government Shutdown
Defended Republican continuing resolution and criticized Democratic senators for voting against government funding.
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Bacon Asks for Pay to Be Withheld
Requested withholding of congressional pay during government shutdown.
“I have notified the Chief Administrative Officer of the House to withhold my net pay until an appropriations agreement has taken effect.”
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Bacon Issues Statement on Government Shutdown
Criticized Democratic leadership for opposing a clean continuing resolution, causing a government shutdown.
“Republicans passed a clean, short-term CR with no additional funding except for security for Members of Congress and Federal office holders such as judges. Schumer and Jeffries catered to their far-left base by opposing a clean CR.”
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Bacon, Kamlager-Dove, Foster Youth Caucus Reintroduce Resolution to Support Kinship Care
Reintroduced bipartisan resolution to support kinship care for foster youth and strengthen permanency.
“Research shows that Kinship care for children helps with placement stability and improves the child’s well-being, behavioral, and mental health outcomes”
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Introduced bipartisan bill requiring State and Defense secretaries to assess threats to Baltic NATO allies.
“The Baltic nations have witnessed firsthand the reality of Soviet oppression and today stand as beacons of democracy in the face of increasing threats from Russia and its allies.”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to grant citizenship to international adoptees lacking status.
“As the father to two adopted children, I can’t imagine the uncertainty and anxiety faced by these adoptees who were legally adopted in our country, but are now being told they aren’t U.S. citizens”
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Bacon, Khanna Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Repeal Costly Tariffs on Coffee
Introduced bipartisan bill to repeal Trump administration tariffs on coffee.
“Families across America are feeling the cost of higher coffee prices, which are already up 21 percent, and tariffing a product we can't grow at a large, commercial scale, only makes it worse.”
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Reintroduced bill to strengthen cybersecurity defenses for U.S. agricultural sector.
“Our national security and our agricultural industry are inextricably linked”
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Led bipartisan letter urging protection of NASA funding in continuing resolution.
“OMB has pledged to apply its proposed FY 2026 cuts as soon as October 1st. That would result in an unprecedented, single-year cut to NASA, particularly NASA’s space science activities, resulting in irreversible impacts on America’s space leadership and capabilities.”
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Bacon, Flood Introduce Bill to Support College Students' Access to Mental Health Care
Introduced bill allowing college mental health providers to continue telehealth care during student breaks.
“College can be stressful for many students as they experience being away from their family and friends for an extended period, and nearly 77 percent experience some kind of psychological distress”
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Bacon Brief: The Week in DC Sept. 8-12
Met with former Hamas hostages and families of those still held captive.
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Bacon Commends House Passage of FY26 Defense Policy Bill
Commended House passage of FY26 National Defense Authorization Act with bipartisan support.
“For the 65th consecutive year, the House of Representatives has passed bipartisan legislation that increases our national security and takes care of our servicemembers and their families”
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Bacon’s Statement on Reported Cancelation of Funding for Baltic Security
Opposed cutting funding for Baltic Security initiative and military assistance to Eastern Europe.
“Our NATO allies have already committed to increase their own defense spending as a result of President Trumps negotiating, and to back out now sends a bad signal. This is a misguided decision that is certainly being cheered in Moscow.”
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Bacon Gives Update on Epstein Files Vote
Voted to subpoena and release Epstein files through procedural discharge petition.
“I voted yes because the discharge petition only affects files from the Department of Justice, and it’s not as instant as people think. If the discharge petition is passed, then the legislation is debated and voted on. If passed, it goes to the Senate, and if passed there, on to the President.”
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Bacon Announces $7 Million Grant for Eppley Airfield's International Expansion
Announced $7 million federal grant for Eppley Airfield's international expansion facility.
“We are building essentially a new airport that will meet the travel needs of the growing metropolitan Omaha area and welcome international flights. This transformation will shape our region’s future for many decades to come and will be vital for Omaha's economy”
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Bacon, House GOP Military Veterans Share Heartfelt Testimonies on Abbey Gate Anniversary
Bacon and House GOP veterans honored 13 service members killed in Abbey Gate terrorist attack.
“So today, yes, I'm angry. As angry I've ever been on anything that any president has done in my lifetime. But I also know that we had men and women serving in uniform, doing the best they could, following orders, serving their country, and we had some that paid the ultimate sacrifice.”
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The Week in the District: August 18-22, 2025
Stated support for Ukraine peace negotiations but opposed rewarding Russia's invasion with territorial concessions.
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Introduced bipartisan legislation directing the executive branch to assess violent antisemitism in extremist movements.
“The fight against antisemitism is not a Republican or a Democratic issue, but it’s about being an American. I am glad to co-lead the Violent Antisemitism Threat Assessment Act with Rep. Vindman, which directs the Executive Branch to provide a comprehensive assessment on the rise of violent antisemitism”
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The Week in DC: July 21-23, 2025
Hosted tele-townhall with constituents discussing tax cuts, Ukraine, and immigration.
“I’m just a dude and anyone would have done the same if given the opportunity.”
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