Deb Fischer

Wishing a happy National Farmer’s Day to Nebraska’s producers who feed, fuel, and clothe our nation! https://t.co/h4kqFIJCTq

In Nebraska’s Panhandle, every runway, road, and waterway plays a role in keeping people connected and communities moving forward. That’s why I’m focused on securing federal investments for local infrastructure like the Western Nebraska Regional Airport, Heartland Expressway, and Gering-Fort Laramie Canal. Read more in @sbstarherald: https://t.co/ZXAl8dFGGG

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Three years ago, Hamas carried out a ruthless, cold-blooded attack on Israel and its people. Today, we honor the memory of the victims and stand with all who continue to carry the pain of that tragic day.

It’s National Manufacturing Day! Thank you to Nebraska’s manufacturers for their hard work, which drives innovation and moves our economy forward. https://t.co/tIAMMQCxdQ

I visited the Nebraska Information Analysis Center, where law enforcement and public safety officials work together to share critical information and identify potential threats. I appreciated hearing about their work and touring the facility, including the computer crime lab I helped secure federal funding for.

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Met with @NebraskaMed to discuss their recent efforts in advancing maternal care throughout the state. Nebraska appreciates your hard work. https://t.co/kWf9hUXCd3

I had the pleasure of meeting with the 2026 Nebraska State Teacher of the Year, Sarah Hardin. Thank you for your outstanding service to the students of Mullen! https://t.co/d9jvVMKkQ9

My staff will be hosting local office hours tomorrow, October 1st, for Nebraskans in Dakota County. If you need assistance with a federal agency, please stop by to see how my office can help! https://t.co/B0RAv9UO9y https://t.co/7fl5XnyRXA

.@SenatorRicketts has tackled insider trading to rebuild public trust and make sure Congress plays by the rules. I was proud to cosponsor and vote for the Stop Insider Trading Act. Chuck Schumer, meanwhile, rallied Senate Democrats against it despite claiming to oppose insider trading and support photo ID to vote. It’s disappointing Senate Democrats refused to support this commonsense bill.

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) voted for the Ratepayer Protection Act, a bill introduced by Senator Jon Husted (R-OH), to create a federal standard for data centers to cover the cost of energy generation and transmission and keep local ratepayers from facing increased energy costs. Fischer is a cosponsor of the legislation. “We’ve heard concerns from Americans across the country about the impact data centers could have on their energy bills,” Fischer said. “Senator Husted has worked hard to address this, but Senate Democrats put politics over a real solution. I was proud to cosponsor and support the bill, and I remain hopeful we can still get it to President Trump’s desk.” The Ratepayer Protection Act overwhelmingly passed the U.S. House of Representatives on September 16, 2026, by a vote of 417-3. The legislation creates a standard that states can consider when connecting new large-load data centers or hyperscalers with 100 megawatts or more of peak demand at a single facility. This standard is based on three provisions: Large-load data centers should cover the full, incremental cost of any generation, transmission, or distribution upgrades they require. If a data center needs a new high-voltage line or a new generating station to meet its load, they alone should be responsible for those costs. Contracts between large-load data centers and utilities should include meaningful financial assurances to prevent overbuilding or stranding assets that would otherwise force everyday customers to absorb the cost. Many of the infrastructure upgrades they require last for decades, so communities should not be left paying for infrastructure built for a single customer who later scales back or relocates. States retain full flexibility to design the specific standards and agreements that work best for them. The bill does not impose a federal mandate; instead, it provides a thoughtful federal standard for states to consider as they evaluate how best to connect these very large loads. ###

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE), chair of the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, convened a hearing for an update on Golden Dome, the multi-layer missile defense system being developed for the United States. Click here to download video of Fischer’s opening remarks Watch the full hearing here The committee heard testimony from the following witnesses: The Honorable David J. Trachtenberg, senior scholar, National Institute for Public Policy Dr. Thomas O. Karako, director of the Missile Defense Project, Center for Strategic and International Studies Mr. David E. Mosher, director of National Security Analysis, Congressional Budget Office Fischer’s remarks as prepared: Good afternoon and welcome to our witnesses who are joining us to discuss outside perspectives on Golden Dome for America. Our homeland is not a sanctuary. Our adversaries are developing and fielding long-range capabilities specifically designed to challenge and evade the limited defenses currently deployed. These include cruise missiles, hypersonic weapons, and large drones – threats that fall below the threshold of a full nuclear attack, yet could still provide devastating damage to our ports, critical infrastructure, and military installations. We do not have an effective counter to these threats, and we cannot afford to remain complacent. Our adversaries must never believe that they can coerce us with the threat of a limited, conventional missile attack on the United States. Which is why this subcommittee has been clear for years – on a bipartisan basis – that the United States needs a more comprehensive integrated air and missile defense system. This administration has supercharged these efforts. The Department [of War] is finally prioritizing homeland defense, has requested the resources needed to rapidly develop and field new systems, and has granted General Guetlein with all the authorities necessary to realize this vision as the Direct Reporting Program Manager for Golden Dome for America. I greatly appreciate General Guetlein’s close communication with this committee, and I’m confident that he’s building out an architecture that will provide the United States with much better coverage against a greater variety of threats. He’s committed to working with industry to lower costs, explore innovative ideas, and deliver capability as quickly as possible. Golden Dome completed its first successful test in June, and I look forward to hearing about future tests when our committee will be formally briefed in November. Most of the details of the architecture are highly classified, and rightly so. We do not want our adversaries to know the exact contours of Golden Dome. Unfortunately, keeping these details from the public has led to irresponsible speculation - often based on false assumptions - about what Golden Dome will look like and what it will cost the taxpayer. Mr. Mosher, I understand that CBO’s [Congressional Budget Office] cost estimate released earlier this year was underpinned by assumptions CBO made based solely on the limited language from President Trump’s Executive Order and does not reflect any of General Guetlein’s subsequent decisions about the overall program architecture, his engagements with industry to lower ‘cost-per-shot’, or how he plans to sequence the introduction of capability over time and leverage emerging technologies. I look forward to continued engagements with CBO on more informed analyses in the future. However, there is plenty we can talk about in this setting, and I look forward to hearing from the expert witnesses today about their views on what the Department should prioritize in Golden Dome.

Bill includes SAVE America Act provision requiring photo ID to vote WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) voted for the Stop Insider Trading Act, introduced by Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) and cosponsored by Fischer, to prohibit Members of Congress from purchasing publicly traded stocks. It also includes a provision of the SAVE America Act requiring photo identification to vote. “Senator Ricketts has tackled insider trading to rebuild public trust and make sure Congress plays by the rules,” Fischer said. “I was proud to cosponsor and vote for this bill. Chuck Schumer, meanwhile, rallied Senate Democrats against it despite claiming to oppose insider trading and support photo ID to vote. It’s disappointing Senate Democrats refused to support this commonsense bill.” The Stop Insider Trading Act prohibits Members, their spouses, and their dependent children from purchasing any new stocks in publicly traded companies. It also requires public notice at least seven days, but no more than 14 days, in advance of any sell. The bill establishes a penalty of $2,000 or 10 percent of the investment value, whichever is greater, as well as the forfeiture of any net gain realized from any sale. The Stop Insider Trading Act was introduced in March of this year and is companion legislation to House Administration Committee Chairman Bryan Steil’s legislation introduced in the House of Representatives in January of this year. ###

Always great to sit down with the Associated General Contractors of Nebraska Highway Chapter to discuss our state’s transportation needs. https://t.co/QoIxi8UWJz

Nebraska’s farmers and biofuel producers work together to fuel our nation. Good to meet with @GPREINC to discuss the 45Z tax credit and the opportunities it presents for our state. https://t.co/p8GO9yZ05B

Congratulations to Greg Ibach on another well-deserved nomination to serve as Under Secretary of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs. Having worked with Greg over the years, I know he will bring his experience and expertise to @USDA at a time when farm country truly needs it. I look forward to working with him and finding new ways we can help producers in Nebraska.

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) issued the following statement on Gregory Ibach’s nomination to serve as the Under Secretary of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA): “Congratulations to Greg on another well-deserved nomination. Having worked with Greg over the years, I know he will bring his experience and expertise to USDA at a time when farm country truly needs it. I look forward to working with him and finding new ways we can help producers in Nebraska.” Gregory Ibach served as the Under Secretary of Agriculture for Marketing and Regulatory Programs at USDA in President Donald Trump’s first term. Before his time at USDA, Ibach served as Nebraska’s Director of Agriculture. ###

Military members never serve alone—their families sacrifice alongside them. Today, we show our respect and gratitude to the loved ones of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. https://t.co/gf3XohE6uY

Are you interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy? I have the honor of nominating outstanding high school students from Nebraska each year. Applications are due October 7th—find more information here: https://t.co/WLBSwTZEcn

.@unmc's groundbreaking research is improving lives and advancing healthcare across Nebraska and beyond. Good to visit with Chancellor Davies about the latest happenings at the university. https://t.co/nS9YKqZaYe

I appreciated meeting with Western Sugar Cooperative. We discussed the challenges facing sugar beet producers and the impact of the drought in western Nebraska. https://t.co/3upTVBluTU

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Appreciated the opportunity to discuss Farm Bill priorities with the @NEFarmBureau Leadership Academy—thanks for meeting with me. https://t.co/6pDCiRumFn

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate unanimously passed U.S. Senator Deb Fischer’s (R-NE) Secure Space Act to prevent foreign adversaries from accessing American satellite systems. “The threat foreign adversaries pose to our satellite infrastructure cannot be overstated,” Fischer said. “Countries like China and Russia are constantly trying to infiltrate our networks and get ahead. I am thankful my colleagues understand the importance of this legislation and the national security risks we face.” The Secure Space Act prohibits the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from granting satellite licenses or U.S. market access for foreign-licensed satellite systems to any entity or its affiliates that produce or provide communications equipment, or services deemed a national security risk. This legislation amends the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 to extend this prohibition to both geostationary and non-geostationary orbit satellite systems and includes gateway stations within its scope. It applies to new licenses and authorizations issued after the bill's enactment and requires the FCC to establish implementing regulations within one year. Background: The Secure Space Act was passed by the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on April 14, 2026. Fischer is a member of the committee and serves as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media. See bill text here. ###