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Senator Nelson meets with Disabled American Veteran Virgil Kenney from Amherst, NE, March 2008In Depth Issues

This page contains information on my legislative initiatives and priorities as I serve as Nebraska’s Senator in the United States Senate. During the course of any legislative session, the Senate can conduct business on nearly any issue imaginable.

As Nebraska’s Senator, I focus on issues that matter to Nebraska and issues that have an impact on Nebraskans.

Rural Security

Preserving a rural way of life and strengthening agriculture for our farmers and ranchers is a major concern of mine. Too often Washington does not understand the needs of rural communities. More »

National Security

These days, strengthening our defense capabilities and hometown security are vital priorities - whether it be through support for our armed personnel or policies that make America safer. More »

Economic Security

I will always pursue policies that lower Americans' tax burden and put money in the pockets of our real economic strength - small businesses and individuals. More »

Legislation

You can find out how I have voted on those issues most important to you and read the legislation that I have introduced. More »