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Governor and Lieutenant GovernorTuesday, November 3, 2026

Jim Pillen

Republican, with Joe Kelly for Lt. Governor, Incumbent

Running for
Governor and Lieutenant Governor
Party on ballot
Republican
Running mate
Joe Kelly
Incumbent
Yes
Hometown on filing
Columbus
Occupation
Governor of Nebraska (2023-present); former veterinarian
Source: nebraskaexaminer.com
Prior offices
Governor of Nebraska, 2023-present Source: nebraskaexaminer.com
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In their own words

Taxes and budget

"fixing our broken tax system"

Source: jimpillen.com

Education

Supports "banning phones in schools."

Source: jimpillen.com

Agriculture and water

"Standing up for Nebraska's farmers and ranchers—always."

Source: jimpillen.com

Elections and government

Supports "Bringing back 'Winner Take All' legislation"

Source: jimpillen.com

social media and children

"ending social media's unhealthy grip on the wellbeing of our kids"

Source: jimpillen.com

lab-grown meat

"fighting back against dishonest 'fake meat' products"

Source: jimpillen.com

property taxes

"The property tax crisis is the single biggest concern for the people of Nebraska."

Source: nebraskaexaminer.com

government spending

"making sure we shrink government spending in our state"

Source: jimpillen.com

No public statement found on: Economy and jobs, Health care, Public safety, Energy and utilities, Housing and cost of living, Immigration, Abortion.

Record in office

Oct 19, 2026: Executive order on fuel supply demands

Source: governor.nebraska.gov

Oct 15, 2026: Executive order establishing Statewide Public Safety Communications Task Force

Source: governor.nebraska.gov

Oct 15, 2026: Signed pledge to protect Americans from fraud

Source: governor.nebraska.gov

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