Update from Senator Mike Jacobson

The 108th biennium of the Nebraska Legislature begins at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023. The first item of business will be to appoint temporary presiding officers (the Clerk and Sargent at Arms), then escort the Chief Justice in to swear in all the newly elected members of the Legislature.

Pieces of Me

I have always loved to read, but it was one of the things that I gave up after having kids. I think it was in 2019 that I started listening to audiobooks. I wish I would have started years earlier!

Pieces of Me

Our five-year-old has asked several times over the last week, “Why does December go so fast?” I agree. But I sure didn’t have the appreciation for how fast time goes when I was only five. All the anticipation and now it’s over.

Dave Says

Dave Ramsey Dear Dave, I’m 32 and a teacher. My house is my only debt, and there’s $55,000 left on my mortgage. My parents always taught my brother and I about saving and being smart with money.

Pieces of Me

Has Mullen Public Schools ever had four snow days in one week?? Whew! What a historic storm that was last week.

Update from Senator Mike Jacobson

As the Legislature readies for the 108th biennium, many have their wish list of goals completed for the coming two years. As a rural Senator, I have heard loud and clear the call to further reduce property taxes. I hear it from farmers, I hear it from seniors, and I hear it from businesses.

Dave Says

Dear Dave, Is it even worth it to buy a house these days? I’ve always been told buying a house is the adult thing to do and that it’s a great investment, but I can’t find anything decent and livable in my area for less than $350,000.

Pieces of Me

Dear friends, Your Christmas gift this year is me. That’s right, another year of friendship. Your membership has been renewed. I saw this meme as I was scrolling through social media earlier this week and it made me chuckle.

Update from Senator Mike Jacobson

You may have heard of the term “ESG” and wondered what does it mean? That answer is important for everyone to know, as we see this movement gaining steam. ESG is the acronym for Environmental, Social, and Governance.

Update from Senator Mike Jacobson

Even though the start of the 108th Legislature is quickly approaching, the 107th Legislature is continuing to complete its work on various interim studies. As many of you know, I currently sit on the Agriculture, Natural Resources, and General Affairs Committees.