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• December 1, 2010
  Fortenberry Help HAITI Act Clears Congress
  WASHINGTON, D.C .-- After clearing a number of legislative process hurdles, Congressman Jeff Fortenberry’s Help Haitian Adoptees Immediately to Integrate Act of 2010 (H.R. 5283), ...More

• December 1, 2010
  Fortenberry Help HAITI Act Back
  FYI: After numerous legislative trials, Congressman Fortenberry’s Help HAITI Act is scheduled to be back on the House Floor today.  The following news story appeared ...More

• November 18, 2010
  Fortenberry Challenges TSA's Aggressive Screening Methods
  WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today challenged the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)’s new airport passenger screening policies.  Last year, Fortenberry joined a broad bipartisan majority ...More

• November 17, 2010
  In Case You Missed It: Recent News Reports on Status of Fortenberry Help Haiti Act
  CQ TODAY ONLINE NEWS:Nov. 17, 2010 – 12:29 p.m.House Leaders Weigh Haiti Bill as Vehicle for Immigration MeasureBy Theo Emery and Joanna Anderson, CQ StaffDemocratic ...More

• October 29, 2010
  Fortenberry: Continued Child Soldiers Funding "Presents an Affront to our Principles"
  LINCOLN, NE--Congressman Jeff Fortenberry commented on President Obama’s decision to permit continued U.S. military assistance to four nations that use child soldiers in violation of ...More

• October 28, 2010
  Remarks Given at the Send-Off Ceremony for the 623rd Engineer Company of the NE Army National Guard - Wahoo, NE
  Thank you, Major, Governor Heineman, Senator Johanns, General Lyons and distinguished guests:While there is much to say about the mixed emotions of this day marking ...More

• October 20, 2010
  Fortenberry in Northeast Nebraska Thursday and Friday
  LINCOLN, NE — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry will meet with constituents throughout northeast Nebraska Thursday and Friday, October 21 and 22. A listing of the Congressman’s ...More

• October 15, 2010
  Hometown Heroes
  The strength of the nation depends on the strength of America’s families and communities.  Nebraska is fortunate enough to have many selfless and dedicated individuals ...More

• September 29, 2010
  Fortenberry Votes to Level Playing Field with China on Trade
  Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today voted for HR 2378, the Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act, which passed the U.S. House of Representatives ...More

• September 28, 2010
  Fortenberry to EPA: Don't Move Forward on Farm Dust Rule
  Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry is calling on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reconsider any plans it might have to change existing ...More

• September 2, 2010
  Fortenberry Welcomes Middle East Peace Talks
  LINCOLN, NE — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today voiced his support for the direct Middle East peace talks between Israel and the Palestinian Authority.  “It is ...More

• August 6, 2010
  Important Changes to Fortenberry Town Hall Schedule
  LINCOLN, NE — Due to Speaker Pelosi calling the House of Representatives back into session in Washington, D.C., Congressman Jeff Fortenberry will be attending the ...More

• August 2, 2010
  Fortenberry to Discuss Manufacturing Expansion at Lincoln Kawasaki Plant Wednesday, Aug. 4
  LINCOLN, NE—Congressman Jeff Fortenberry will conduct a walk-through of the Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. facility in Lincoln on Wednesday, August 4.   Kawasaki employs approximately 1,300 ...More

• July 30, 2010
  Fortenberry Announces Town Hall Schedule
  LINCOLN, NE — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry will meet with constituents throughout eastern Nebraska during the month of August.  He will hold constituent town hall meetings ...More

• July 28, 2010
  Top Economist to Address 'Too Big to Fail' in Lincoln
  Washington, D.C. -- At the invitation of Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, Dr. Thomas Hoenig, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, will deliver a ...More

• July 28, 2010
  Fortenberry: We Must Assure the American People That This Will Never Happen Again
  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today joined House colleagues at a press conference to mark the 100 day anniversary of the BP Deepwater Horizon ...More

• July 21, 2010
  Fortenberry Help Haiti Act Passes in House
  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry’s Help Haitian Adoptees Immediately to Integrate Act of 2010 (H.R. 5283), also known as the Help HAITI Act, passed ...More

• July 19, 2010
  Fortenberry Bill Redesigns America's Renewable Fuels Strategy
  Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry this week introduced the Renewable Fuels for America’s Future Act (H.R. 5757). The bill incentivizes biofuels production over current ...More

• July 13, 2010
  Fortenberry Renews Request for Hearing on al-Shabaab
  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today renewed his request for a congressional hearing on the spread of terrorist group al-Shabaab and the precarious security ...More

• July 8, 2010
  Fortenberry to Review Oil Spill Damage on Gulf Coast
  Lincoln, NE -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry tomorrow will review impacts of the BP oil spill on Gulf Coast communities and ecosystems.  At the invitation of ...More

• June 30, 2010
  Fortenberry, author of Child Soldiers Prevention Act, comments on 2010 Human Trafficking Report
  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, author of the Child Soldiers Prevention Act of 2007, which was successfully incorporated into the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims ...More

• June 25, 2010
  Fortenberry Announces Congressional Art Competition Winner
  Lincoln, NE — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today announced that Emma Morin of Lincoln has won the 2010 First Congressional District Art Competition.  This nationwide competition ...More

• June 10, 2010
  Fortenberry Bill to Increase Economic Opportunities for Veterans Gains Support
  WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today presented the merits of his Veterans Entrepreneurial Transition Business Benefit Act, H.R. 114, to the House Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on ...More

• June 9, 2010
  Congress to Consider Fortenberry Veterans Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congressman Jeff Fortenberry is scheduled to testify before the House Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity tomorrow, June 10, at 1:00 p.m. EST.  ...More

• May 25, 2010
  Fortenberry: Nuclear Cooperation Agreement with Russia Should Be Stopped
  Congressional Nuclear Security Leaders Introduce Resolution to Halt US-Russia Civil Nuclear Cooperation AgreementWashington, D.C. -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry (R-NE), co-founder of the Congressional Nuclear Security ...More

• May 20, 2010
  Fortenberry Leads Charge on Global Conservation
  WASHINGTON, D.C.--Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today joined world-renowned conservationist Jane Goodall and Academy Award-nominated actor Don Cheadle in unveiling the Global Conservation Act.  Jane Goodall is ...More

• May 19, 2010
  Fortenberry: House of Representatives Oversight Committee to Investigate Gulf Coast Oil Spill
  WASHINGTON, D.C.--Congressman Jeff Fortenberry last week urged the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee’s leadership to conduct a hearing to examine federal government responsibility, oil ...More

• May 18, 2010
  Fortenberry Listens to Heartland Farmers, Livestock Producers
  Sioux Falls, SD -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today heard testimony from a number of Midwestern farmers and livestock producers during a House Agriculture Committee field ...More

• May 13, 2010
  Lincoln Southeast Student Accepted into Congressional Page Program
  Lincoln, NE -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry announced today that Hope Edwards, a sophomore at Lincoln Southeast High School, has been accepted into the 2010 Summer ...More

• April 30, 2010
  Fortenberry Condemns UN Decision to Elect Iran to Commission on Women's Rights
  Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry commented on the United Nations’ (U.N.) decision earlier this week to elect Iran to its Commission on the Status ...More

• April 23, 2010
  Fortenberry Measure Spurs USDA 'Farm to School' Initiative
  Lincoln, NE -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commented on a recently announced United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) plan to help schools use more fresh, ...More

• April 13, 2010
  Fortenberry Meets with World Leaders on Preventing Nuclear Terrorism
  Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commented on high-level discussions among world leaders at the Global Nuclear Security Summit held in Washington.  Fortenberry, co-founder ...More

• April 5, 2010
  Fortenberry Concludes Meeting with Pakistani President and Review of Security Situation Near Afghan Border
  LINCOLN, NE -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, as a member of the House Democracy Partnership (HDP) delegation, last week concluded a series of meetings with Pakistan’s ...More

• March 21, 2010
  Fortenberry Opposes Senate Health Plan
  Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry tonight voted against HR 3590, the Senate version of health care legislation supported by the Administration and Democratic leadership.“America ...More

• March 19, 2010
  Fortenberry Commends Overdue Agreement on Chinese Pork Trade
  Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commented on the reopening of Chinese markets to American pork.  The trade agreement was announced late yesterday by ...More

• March 19, 2010
  U.S. Service Academy Day - 2010
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• March 17, 2010
  Fortenberry Calls for Direct Vote on Health Care Bill
  Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today called for a straight “yes or no” vote on the Senate-approved health care legislation now before the House ...More

• March 12, 2010
  Fortenberry to Host "U.S. Military Day" for Students Interested in the Armed Forces and U.S. Service Academies
  Lincoln, NE -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, in conjunction with the Nebraska National Guard, will host a “U.S. Military Day” for high school and college students ...More

• March 11, 2010
  Fortenberry Leads in Earmark Reform
  WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today announced his support for a one-year moratorium on congressional earmarks in the FY11 appropriations bills.  Earmarks are federal funds ...More

• March 10, 2010
  Fortenberry Congratulates Women Airforce Service Pilots
  Washington D.C. -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today congratulated the women of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP), who were honored today with the Congressional Gold ...More

• March 3, 2010
  "Fortenberry Focuses on Iran, Spending" - Lincoln Journal Star
  By Don Walton - Lincoln Journal StarRep. Jeff Fortenberry says federal "government overreach and overspending" is risking U.S. security.It has reached the point of potentially ...More

• March 3, 2010
  "Diplomat: Iraq Chooses Politics Over Violence" - Lincoln Journal Star
  By Don Walton - Lincoln Journal StarPolitics, rather than violence, is "now the name of the game in Iraq," a ranking U.S. diplomat told law ...More

• February 19, 2010
  Fortenberry Comments on U.N. Nuclear Watchdog's New Report on Iran
  Lincoln, NE – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry commented today on the newly-released International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) report on Iran's controversial nuclear program.  In the report, ...More

• February 11, 2010
  Fortenberry to Host Small Business and Health Care Summit Wednesday in Lincoln
  Lincoln, NE -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry will host a free summit on opportunities for small businesses to address health care costs on Wednesday, February 17, ...More

• February 8, 2010
  Fortenberry Congratulates Boy Scouts on 100th Anniversary
  Will Address Lincoln Troop This EveningLincoln, NE -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today released the following statement regarding the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of ...More

• January 29, 2010
  Fortenberry Comments on President's Exchange with Republican Members of Congress
  Washington, DC – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today joined his House Republican colleagues in an open discussion with President Obama about pressing matters before our nation."I ...More

• January 27, 2010
  Fortenberry Comments on the President's State of the Union Address
  Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today released the following comments on his expectations for President Obama’s State of the Union address this evening:  “I ...More

• January 22, 2010
  Fortenberry to Help Lead Review of Federal Nutrition Programs
  Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry Monday will participate in a field hearing of the House Agriculture Committee’s Nutrition Subcommittee to review the effectiveness of ...More

• January 19, 2010
  Fortenberry, Members of Congress Facilitate New Home for Haiti's Government
  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, a member of the House Democracy Partnership, today commented on efforts the Partnership has made to aid the Haitian ...More

• January 18, 2010
  The Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
  LINCOLN, NE -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today released the following statement in observation of the national Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday:“Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s ...More

• January 18, 2010
  Information on the Situation in Haiti
  For the latest updates on the situation in Haiti, visit www.state.gov/haitiquake/ For Americans seeking information about U.S. Citizens in Haiti, call 1-888-407-4747Adoptions Info:U.S. citizens with ...More

• January 13, 2010
  Fortenberry: Health Care Negotiations Must be Opened
  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today joined a bipartisan effort to force leaders in the House and Senate to make public the ongoing health ...More

• December 30, 2009
  Representative Fortenberry's Congressional Nuclear Security Caucus Communique
  The spread of nuclear weapons poses grave and serious threats to U.S. national security and global stability. To help more fully evaluate and mitigate these ...More

• December 24, 2009
  Fortenberry Comments on Senate Health Care Bill
  Lincoln, NE -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry commented today on the U.S. Senate passing its version of health care legislation. "While Americans rightly enjoyed the holidays ...More

• December 21, 2009
  Fortenberry Commentary on the Senate Health Care Bill
  As you may know, the U.S. Senate has cleared the way to pass its version of health care legislation before Christmas. Many Nebraskans are disappointed.  ...More

• December 17, 2009
  Fortenberry on 236th Anniversary of Boston Tea Party: Congress Must Dump the Credit Binge
  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry yesterday voted against the $150 billion so-called “Son of Stimulus,” a bill that would add to the nearly $1 ...More

• December 17, 2009
  Fortenberry Announces Military Academy Nominees
  Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry has selected 13 students from eastern Nebraska to receive nominations to America’s top military academies. “A military academy appointment ...More

• December 2, 2009
  Fortenberry Engaging in First New Afghan Strategy Hearing
   WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry commented today on U.S. Afghan strategy in light of President Obama’s speech last night and today’s House Foreign Affairs ...More

• November 19, 2009
  Fortenberry Urges Responsible Reform of Medicare Reimbursement Policy for Doctors, Protection of Patients
  Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, voting against HR 3961, the Medicare Physician Payment Reform Act, urged Congress to achieve a responsible, sustainable solution to ...More

• November 9, 2009
  Fortenberry to Hold Town Hall Meetings in Norfolk and Wayne
  Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry will be hosting town hall meetings in Norfolk and Wayne on Tuesday, November 10, 2009.Any constituent interested in discussing ...More

• November 8, 2009
  Fortenberry Votes against Massive House Health Care Bill
  Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today voted against HR 3962, the House health care bill.“Clearly, we must strengthen health care in America. We must ...More

• October 29, 2009
  Fortenberry Comments on China's Decision to Reopen Markets to U.S. Pork
  Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commented on a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announcement that China intends to reopen its markets to ...More

• October 21, 2009
  Fortenberry Commentary on State and Regional Unemployment Numbers
  Today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics issued state and regional unemployment data for the month of September.  The good news is that Nebraska’s state unemployment ...More

• October 21, 2009
  Fortenberry Supports Market Reforms
  Washington, DC – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today voted to advance legislation that would reduce risks of financial market volatility by regulating certain activities involving financial ...More

• October 19, 2009
  Fortenberry Bill Aids Nuclear Non-Proliferation Efforts, Assists Sustainable Energy Systems in Developing Nations
  Lincoln, NE – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry has introduced legislation (H.R. 3774) to promote sustainable sources of non-nuclear energy in developing nations and stem the spread ...More

• October 7, 2009
  Fortenberry to Hold Blair Town Hall Meeting on Friday
  Lincoln, NE -- Congressman Jeff Fortenberry will be hosting an “Open Door” town hall meeting with constituents on Friday, October 9, 2009, in Blair.  The ...More

• September 24, 2009
  Fortenberry Comments on Historic U.N. Security Council Session
  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, co-founder of the House of Representatives Nuclear Security Caucus, today commented on this morning’s session of the United Nations ...More

• September 24, 2009
  Fortenberry: Congress Should Review Afghan Strategy
  Asks that General McChrystal Testify Before LawmakersWashington, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today called for testimony before Congress from the Administration and the top military ...More

• September 23, 2009
  Fortenberry Comments on President Obama's Address to U.N. General Assembly
  Washington, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commented on President Obama’s first address to the United Nations General Assembly.  Speaking before an audience of world ...More

• September 23, 2009
  Fortenberry Calls for 72 Hours to Read the Bills
  WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today cosponsored a bill that would give Congress and the American public 72 hours to review legislation online before it ...More

• September 23, 2009
  House Bill Discriminates Against Suffering Nebraska Families
  WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today voted against H.R. 3548, the Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2009.  This legislation, which wouldextend the current unemployment benefits ...More

• September 10, 2009
  Fortenberry Comments Prior to President's Address on Health Care
  Washington, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today released the following statement in advance of President Obama’s address before a Joint Session of Congress:“The President has ...More

• August 31, 2009
  High School Students Dialogue with Fortenberry at Lincoln Town Halls
  Lincoln, NE —  Congressman Jeff Fortenberry yesterday met with over 450 Nebraskans at two separate town hall meetings to discuss the health care legislation pending ...More

• August 25, 2009
  Fortenberry Continues Health Care Forums with Town Hall Meetings in Lincoln Thursday
  Lincoln, NE – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry will conduct two town hall meetings with constituents in Lincoln on Thursday, August 27.  The first will be held ...More

• August 17, 2009
  Fortenberry Comments on President Obama's Planned Reversal on Government-run Public Option
  LINCOLN, NEBRASKA – Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commented regarding the current health care legislation pending before Congress.“Clearly for the first time the administration is hearing ...More

• August 6, 2009
  Congressional Field Hearing in Lincoln: Addressing the 'Health' in Health Care
  Lincoln, NE — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry hosted an official field hearing of the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Nutrition in Lincoln on Wednesday.   The hearing, ...More

• July 31, 2009
  Fortenberry Resolution Honors Important Role of General Aviation
  Washington, D.C. -- The House of Representatives this week approved Congressman Jeff Fortenberry’s resolution, H. Res. 508, recognizing the many contributions of America’s general aviation ...More

• July 28, 2009
  Fortenberry to Host Congressional Field Hearing on Health and Wellness in Lincoln
  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry will be hosting a field hearing of the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Nutrition in Lincoln on Wednesday, August ...More

• July 8, 2009
  Fortenberry Amendment Aids Rural Energy Development
  Washington, D.C. - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry this evening successfully amended the House Agricultural Appropriations Act, enhancing the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP).  The REAP ...More

• June 17, 2009
  Fortenberry Supports Enhanced Care for Women Veterans
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry has cosponsored legislation to provide enhanced care for our nation' women veterans.  This legislation, the Women Veterans Health Care ...More

• June 17, 2009
  Fortenberry Statement on Legacy of Former Lincoln Mayor Helen Boosalis
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry made the following statement regarding the legacy and service of former Lincoln Mayor Helen Boosalis, who died Monday at ...More

• June 11, 2009
  Fortenberry Presses Ag Secretary on 'Cow Tax'
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today asked Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack whether he would support or oppose a “cow tax,” or similar fee on ...More

• June 10, 2009
  Fortenberry Comments on Foreign Relations Authorization Act
  U.S. Foreign Policy Must be “Force for Good,” “Represent Shared Values” Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, ...More

• May 29, 2009
  Local Television Interviews with Congressman Fortenberry
  Congressman Honors World War II Veteran, Lux Middle School Students:KLKN-TV video clip Congressman Holds Economic Roundtable in South Sioux City, Nebraska:KTIV video clip   ...More

• May 26, 2009
  Fortenberry: North Korea's Continued Renegade Actions Deeply Disturbing
  Lincoln, NE - Today Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, co-chair of the House Nuclear Security Caucus and member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement ...More

• May 26, 2009
  Fortenberry to Host Local Economic Roundtable in South Sioux City Thursday
  Lincoln, NE - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry will be hosting a roundtable meeting of local business leaders on Thursday, May 28, in South Sioux City.  The forum ...More

• May 22, 2009
  Fortenberry Resolution Supports Home Gardening, Organic and Local Food Production
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, joined by Representative Steve Kagen (D-WI), has introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives expressing lawmakers’ support for ...More

• May 21, 2009
  Fortenberry Gains Key Amendments to Foreign Relations Reauthorization
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has successfully amended the 2009 Foreign Relations Reauthorization Act to include ...More

• May 19, 2009
  Fortenberry Supports President's Plan for Increased Fuel Economy Standards
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commented on President Obama' plan to significantly increase corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards by 2016.  The President' ...More

• May 15, 2009
  Fortenberry: Tragic Nebraska Case Shows Need for Immigration-Related Criminal Justice Reform
  LINCOLN, NE - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commented on the need for immigration-related criminal justice reform in light of a motor vehicle crash leading to ...More

• May 15, 2009
  Fortenberry Joins Congress in Support of National Military Appreciation Month
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry yesterday joined Congress in its unanimous support of National Military Appreciation Month.  Fortenberry was a co-sponsor of this legislation, ...More

• May 5, 2009
  Fortenberry: Library of Congress Increases Access to World's Cultural Treasures
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commented on the United States Library of Congress’ unprecedented initiative to bring free online access to many of ...More

• April 29, 2009
  Fortenberry Meets with Health, Homeland Security Officials on H1N1 Outbreak
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today received a briefing from the Department of Homeland Security Director and Health and Human Services Secretary, as well ...More

• April 24, 2009
  Fortenberry: Plan B Decision Jeopardizes Health and Well-Being of Minors, Usurps Parental Rights
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commented on the recent legal issue surrounding the availability to minors of an emergency contraceptive drug.  The Food ...More

• April 23, 2009
  Fortenberry Helps Introduce Legislation to Encourage Wind Energy Development
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry has joined Congresswoman Stephanie Herseth Sandlin (D-South Dakota) to help introduce the Rural Energy Equity Act that expands opportunities ...More

• April 21, 2009
  Fortenberry Headlines UNL Renewable Energy Discussion, Calls for New Energy Vision
  Lincoln, NE - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry last night led a discussion about renewable energy in Nebraska at the Mary Riempa Ross Media Arts Center on the ...More

• April 15, 2009
  Fortenberry Statement on North Korea Nuclear Decision
  Lincoln, NE - Today Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, co-chair of the House Nuclear Security Caucus and member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following ...More

• April 2, 2009
  Fortenberry Calls for Fiscal Stability, Budget Reform Measures
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today issued the following statement outlining his thoughts on current federal spending levels and needed reforms within the U.S. ...More

• March 31, 2009
  Fortenberry Resolution Commemorates 30th Anniversary of Egypt-Israel Peace Treaty
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry' H.Res. 282, a House resolution recognizing the 30th anniversary of the Egyptian-Israeli peace treaty, passed the U.S. House of ...More

• March 26, 2009
  Fortenberry Leads Ag Subcommittee Hearing on Obesity and Nutrition Issues
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today led a congressional hearing examining obesity in the United States.  Panelists included the Director of Nutrition at the ...More

• March 25, 2009
  Media Advisory: Fortenberry-led Subcommittee to Examine Obesity and Nutrition Issues
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, as Ranking Member of the House Agriculture Committee' Department Operations, Oversight, Nutrition, and Forestry Subcommittee, will tomorrow help lead ...More

• March 25, 2009
  Fortenberry Bill Allows Books to Remain on Library Shelves
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today introduced legislation that would exempt ordinary books from a regulation in the recently-enacted Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act ...More

• March 16, 2009
  Fortenberry: AIG Bonuses Inexcusable
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today denounced the American International Group' (AIG) decision to reward its executives with millions of dollars in bonuses.  “AIG' ...More

• March 13, 2009
  Fortenberry Bill Protects Ag Producers from 'Cow Tax'
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry has introduced legislation that would prevent taxation of livestock gas emissions.  In a document released last summer, the Environmental ...More

• March 11, 2009
  Fortenberry Presses Treasury Official on Oversight
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today questioned the U.S. Treasury Department about the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP), the $700 billion federal bailout of ...More

• March 10, 2009
  Fortenberry Calls for Congress to Reauthorize E-Verify
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today voiced his concerns regarding the March 11, 2009 expiration of a government employment eligibility verification program known as ...More

• March 9, 2009
  Fortenberry: President's Embryonic Stem Cell Support is Bailout of Bad Science
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry commented on President Obama' Executive Order, signed today, which lifts restrictions on embryonic stem cell research. “I suspect this ...More

• March 3, 2009
  Fortenberry Wishes Johanns Full and Speedy Recovery
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today released this statement following the recent news on Senator Mike Johanns’ health: “I wish Senator Johanns a full ...More

• February 27, 2009
  Fortenberry Comments on Iraq Progress and President Obama's Decision on Troop Drawdown
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commented on progress in Iraq and President Obama' plans for a drawdown of combat troops by Aug. 31, ...More

• February 26, 2009
  Fortenberry Bill Would Broaden Earmark Auditing Process
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry has introduced legislation to establish a systematic auditing process for Congressional earmarks.  The legislation would streamline oversight and increase ...More

• February 24, 2009
  Fortenberry Hopes President Obama Focuses on Small Businesses, a Sustainable Energy Future, and Nuclear Security
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today released the following statement prior to President Obama's address before Congress this evening. “Tonight is clearly an important ...More

• February 23, 2009
  Fortenberry Receives Assignments on Oversight and Government Reform Committee
  Lincoln, NE - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry has received two subcommittee assignments on the important House Oversight and Government Reform Committee.  As a new member of ...More

• February 13, 2009
  Fortenberry Statement on Stimulus Spending Package
  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today voted against H.R. 1, the $787 billion spending package.  The bill passed the House by a vote of ...More

• February 12, 2009
  Fortenberry Votes to Strengthen Oversight of Commodity Market Speculation
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today voted to advance legislation in the House Agriculture Committee that would strengthen regulatory oversight of commodity market speculation.  ...More

• February 11, 2009
  Fortenberry Reflects on the 200th Anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's Birth
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today released the following statement on the eve of the 200th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln' birth: “As a ...More

• February 10, 2009
  Fortenberry Reacts to President Obama Remarks
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today released this statement following President Obama' televised press conference on the economy last night: “I think President Obama ...More

• February 4, 2009
  Fortenberry: Increased Transparency Needed in Commodities Markets
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry this week called for increased oversight and transparency in commodities markets. During a House Agriculture Committee hearing, Fortenberry heard ...More

• February 4, 2009
  Fortenberry Commends President Obama on Executive Pay Cap Decision
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today commended President Barack Obama for his order today placing caps on senior executive pay for companies receiving federal ...More

• February 3, 2009
  Fortenberry Receives Leadership Role on Key Ag Subcommittee
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today announced new subcommittee assignments on the House Agriculture and Foreign Affairs Committees. He has been named the new Ranking ...More

• February 3, 2009
  Fortenberry Urges Multilateral Dialogue on Nuclear Security
  Washington, DC - In remarks before the National Institute for Public Policy Nuclear Strategy Forum today, Congressman Jeff Fortenberry spoke regarding nuclear security and emerging ...More

• February 2, 2009
  Fortenberry Cautions against E-Verify Implementation Delays
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today voiced his concerns with the postponement of a government employment eligibility verification program, known as E-Verify. The U.S. Chamber ...More

• January 28, 2009
  Fortenberry: 'I could not ask Nebraskans to pay for poor governance elsewhere'
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today released the following statement on his vote against H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009: “I ...More

• January 27, 2009
  Fortenberry, Obama Administration Talk Stimulus
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, along with House Republicans, met today with President Obama and members of his administration to discuss the economic stimulus ...More

• January 22, 2009
  Fortenberry's 'Care for Life' Bill Helps Mothers, Children
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today introduced the Care for Life Act of 2009, a bill to encourage and assist women in challenging circumstances ...More

• January 16, 2009
  Fortenberry: Gaza a 'Disastrous Cycle of Violence'
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued the following statement on the ongoing conflict in Gaza: ...More

• January 14, 2009
  Fortenberry: Prioritize SCHIP for Our Neediest Children
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today released the following statement on the State Children' Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009: "SCHIP is an important ...More

• January 13, 2009
  Fortenberry Begins Legislative Agenda for 111th Congress
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry introduced a series of legislative items last week, setting an early legislative agenda for the 111th Congress.  “These bills ...More

• January 12, 2009
  Fortenberry Offers Plan for Responsible Expansion of SCHIP
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry last week reintroduced legislation he authored that would reform the State Children' Health Insurance Program (SCHIP).  The SCHIP Plus ...More

• January 9, 2009
  Fortenberry Selected for Oversight and Government Reform Committee
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, beginning his third term in the U.S. House of Representatives, has been selected to serve on the Oversight and ...More

• January 7, 2009
  Fortenberry Seeks to Reform American Health Care System
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry yesterday reintroduced America' Affordable Health Care Act (AAHCA), legislation he authored to promote affordable insurance options for individuals who ...More

• January 6, 2009
  Fortenberry Sworn in with 111th Congress
  Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today was sworn in as Representative of Nebraska's First Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Fortenberry took ...More