Don Bacon
U.S. Representative · NE-2 · Republican
Statements and posts
164 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Bacon Votes Yes on House Agriculture Reconciliation Bill
Voted for House Agriculture reconciliation bill including SNAP reforms to reduce waste and enforce work requirements.
“We need to find the waste and eliminate it so we can strengthen the program for the vulnerable”
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Sent letter demanding clarity on U.S.-Houthi agreement and threat to Israel.
“Iran’s financial assistance and transfers of advanced weapons to the Houthis must be addressed and until they are, any agreement with this terrorist group will achieve only temporary calm.”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to address mental health and substance use disorder treatment facility shortages.
“At a time when one in every five U.S. adults report experiencing mental illness, we need to be investing in mental health care”
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Bacon, Foster Youth Caucus Colleagues Introduce Resolution to Recognize Foster Care Month
Introduced resolution recognizing May as National Foster Care Month.
“As co-chair of the Foster Youth Caucus and a foster-to-adopt parent myself, I know that every child deserves a safe, loving, and permanent home, and this resolution not only recognizes the challenges faced by foster youth but honors the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to support them”
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Bacon, Pappas Co-lead Taiwan Representative Office Act
Introduced bill to rename Taiwan's representative office in the United States.
“Taiwan is our friend, and we are treating them like second-class people because of the pressure and bullying by China”
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Bacon and Crow Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Small Business Owners Save Money
Introduced bipartisan bill to nearly double maximum SBA loan cap for small business energy efficiency investments.
“Building businesses of the future means investing in our small businesses today. Rep. Crow and I are reintroducing the Small Business Energy Loan Enhancement Act which will empower small businesses to lower costs and improve their buildings' operational efficiency”
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Bacon Leads Bipartisan Legislation to Support Youth Leadership Organizations
Introduced bipartisan bill authorizing $5 million annually for youth leadership organizations.
“Every year I meet with youth involved in FFA, 4-H, and Scouts”
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Bacon and Rouzer Introduce Bill to Help with SNAP Backlogs
Introduced bill to allow states to hire contractors to process SNAP applications during high-demand periods.
“When people apply for SNAP Benefits, it is because they are already struggling”
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Bacon, Houlahan, and Matsui Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Block AmeriCorps Cuts
Introduced bipartisan bill to block Trump administration cuts to AmeriCorps program.
“Not only do these young Americans lose the opportunity to make a difference, but programs connecting elderly volunteers with people in their age group who need help are being shut down because there is no one to run them.”
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Reintroduced bipartisan bill to strengthen VA benefits for veteran firefighters.
“After nearly 30 years in the Air Force, I’ve witnessed hundreds of heroic military firefighters who put their own lives on the line by carrying us out of burning buildings or jets and exposing themselves to toxic substances and deadly fumes”
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Opposed White House proposed 50% budget cuts to NASA Science Mission Directorate.
“As Co-Chairs of the Planetary Science Caucus, we are extremely alarmed by reports of a preliminary White House budget that proposes cutting NASA Science funding by almost half and terminating dozens of programs already well underway, like the Mars Sample Return mission and the Roman Space Telescope.”
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The Week in DC: April 7-11, 2025
Introduced bipartisan legislation requiring congressional approval for executive branch tariffs.
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Bacon, Hurd, Gottheimer, Meeks, Introduce Bill to Restore Congress’ Constitutional Role in Trade
Introduced bipartisan bill requiring congressional approval for executive branch tariffs.
“The Constitution clearly gives the authority for taxes and tariffs to Congress, but for too long, we have handed that authority to the executive branch”
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From SSA: Social Security Updates Recently Announced Identity Proofing Requirements
Social Security Administration announced updated identity proofing requirements effective April 14.
“We have listened to our customers, Congress, advocates, and others, and we are updating our policy to provide better customer service to the country’s most vulnerable populations”
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The Week in DC: March 31-April 4, 2025
Opposed sweeping global tariffs plan while praising exemption for Canada and Mexico.
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Bacon, Huffman, and Van Hollen Reintroduce Bicameral Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education
Co-led bipartisan legislation to increase federal special education funding to 40 percent.
“This bipartisan legislation is fulfilling a long overdue promise made by the federal government to support students with disabilities by funding 40% of the cost of special education”
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Bacon and Cuellar Introduce Bipartisan Law Enforcement Officers Safety Reform Act (LEOSA)
Introduced bipartisan bill to extend concealed carry privileges for law enforcement officers.
“The bipartisan LEOSA Reform Act offers real solutions to address threats such as terrorism and mass shootings by ensuring that our retired and off-duty law enforcement officers can exercise their right to concealed carry – no matter where they live or visit”
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Bacon Named One of the Top Effective Legislators
Recognized as one of top effective legislators for 118th Congress by Center for Effective Lawmaking.
“This report shows we can work on a bipartisan level to get meaningful legislation passed, even if we don’t follow the traditional method of introducing stand-alone bills”
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Bacon Hosts Tele-Townhall on March 25, 2025
Hosted tele-townhall with constituents on congressional and national issues.
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Bacon Honors Community Servant Amanda Brewer During Women’s History Month
Honored Amanda Brewer, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Omaha, during Women's History Month.
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Bacon, Houlahan, Panetta, Bergman Reintroduce the Unity Through Service Act
Reintroduced bipartisan bill establishing an Interagency Council on Service for recruitment coordination.
“I know first-hand the importance and value of service to your country as a retired Air Force General.”
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Bacon Ranked 1st for Bills Signed Into Law
Ranked first among House members for bills signed into law in 118th Congress with nine bills.
“Since coming to Congress in 2016, I have embraced cooperation and creativity to make life better for the people of Nebraska, from protection for healthcare workers to national defense issues”
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The week in DC & District: March 10-14, 2025
Voted for continuing resolution funding military pay raises and veterans benefits.
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Voted for continuing resolution, highlighting military funding and veterans benefits increases.
“While I do not like CR’s, we cannot let the government shut down and not be there to serve the people.”
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From Rep. Bacon: The week in DC March 3-6, 2025
Provided weekly update on congressional activities including hearings, votes and constituent meetings.
“As leader of his congregation at Christ Community, PastorMark has helped the church bring aid to the hungry and marginalized victims of natural disasters around the globe; plant churches; launch schools and bring education to nations on three continents.”
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