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S 1467 - Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act
Introduced byAngela Alsobrooks , Angela Alsobrooks , Tammy Baldwin , Tammy Baldwin , Jim Banks
Last updated 4 months ago
79 Co-Sponsors
Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act
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S 1422 - Farmer First Fuel Incentives Act
Introduced byTammy Baldwin , Joni Ernst , Deb Fischer , Amy Klobuchar , Roger Marshall
Last updated 4 months ago
7 Co-Sponsors
Farmer First Fuel Incentives Act
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S 1423 - Hammers' Law
Introduced byRichard Blumenthal , Shelley Moore Capito , Deb Fischer , Pete Ricketts
Last updated 4 months ago
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S 747 - Improper Payments Transparency Act
Introduced byPete Ricketts , Jacky Rosen
Last updated 5 months ago
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Improper Payments Transparency Act
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SRES 97 - A resolution honoring the life of Nebraska community leader Howard L. Hawks.
Introduced byDeb Fischer , Pete Ricketts
Last updated 5 months ago
2 Co-Sponsors
A resolution honoring the life of Nebraska community leader Howard L. Hawks.
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S 587 - Death Tax Repeal Act of 2025
Introduced byJim Banks , John Barrasso , Marsha Blackburn , John Boozman , Katie Britt
Last updated 6 months ago
46 Co-Sponsors
Death Tax Repeal Act of 2025
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SRES 86 - A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States'"One China Policy".
Michael Bennet , Michael Bennet , Chris Coons , Chris Coons , John Cornyn
Last updated 3 months ago
29 Co-Sponsors
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States'"One China Policy".
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Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
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SRES 203 - A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and lessening reliance on foreign adversaries.
Introduced byJoni Ernst , Deb Fischer , Chuck Grassley , Amy Klobuchar , Roger Marshall
Last updated 3 months ago
9 Co-Sponsors
A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and lessening reliance on foreign adversaries.
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SRES 80 - A resolution expressing gratitude to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers for their support in making the Presidential Inauguration a success.
Introduced byJohn Barrasso , Michael Bennet , Marsha Blackburn , Richard Blumenthal , Cory Booker
Last updated 6 months ago
42 Co-Sponsors
A resolution expressing gratitude to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers for their support in making the Presidential Inauguration a success.
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S 765 - No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act
Introduced byJon Husted , Pete Ricketts , Jacky Rosen
Last updated 5 months ago
3 Co-Sponsors
No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act
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Biography
Name: John Peter "Pete" Ricketts
Date of Birth: August 19, 1964
Place of Birth: Nebraska City, Nebraska
Political Party: Republican
Current Position: United States Senator from Nebraska
Term Start: January 23, 2023
Predecessor: Ben Sasse
Family: Married to Susanne Shore; three children: Roscoe, Margot, and Eleanor
Residence: Omaha, Nebraska
Pete Ricketts is an American businessman and politician serving as the junior United States Senator from Nebraska since January 2023. Born and raised in Nebraska, he is the son of Joe Ricketts, founder of TD Ameritrade, and Marlene Ricketts, a school teacher. Before his tenure in the Senate, Ricketts served as the 40th Governor of Nebraska from 2015 to 2023. He has been actively involved in both the private sector and public service, emphasizing fiscal conservatism and economic development throughout his career.
Education
- High School: Westside High School, Omaha, Nebraska
- Bachelor of Arts in Biology: University of Chicago
- Master of Business Administration in Marketing and Finance: University of Chicago
Political Experience
- 2006: Republican nominee for U.S. Senate; lost to incumbent Ben Nelson
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2015–2023: Governor of Nebraska
- Delivered over $12.7 billion in tax relief, including over $10 billion in property tax relief
- Eliminated state taxes on veterans’ retirement income starting in 2022
- Cut the growth of state spending by more than half, holding state budgets to an average of 2.8% growth annually
- Expanded international markets for Nebraska’s farmers and ranchers
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2023–Present: United States Senator from Nebraska
- Appointed by Governor Jim Pillen to fill the vacancy left by Ben Sasse
- Serving on the following Senate Committees:
- Environment & Public Works
- Foreign Relations
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
- Budget
Throughout his political career, Ricketts has been a staunch advocate for conservative values, focusing on tax relief, economic development, and reducing government spending. His tenure as governor was marked by significant tax reforms and efforts to bolster Nebraska's business-friendly climate. As a U.S. Senator, he continues to prioritize fiscal responsibility and national security.
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