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How long has Pete Ricketts been Governor?
List of governors of Nebraska
| Governor of Nebraska | |
|---|---|
| Incumbent Pete Ricketts since January 8, 2015 | |
| Style | The Honorable |
| Residence | Nebraska Governor’s Mansion |
| Term length | 4 years, renewable once |
Who was Nebraska first Governor?
David Christy Butler (December 15, 1829 – May 25, 1891) was a U.S. political figure. He was the first Governor of Nebraska, serving from 1867 until 1871. He was the first Governor of Nebraska after statehood and the only Nebraska Governor to date to be impeached.
Who was the Governor of Nebraska?
Pete Ricketts (Republican Party)Since 2015
Nebraska/Governor
Governor Pete Ricketts was sworn in as Nebraska’s 40th Governor on January 8, 2015 and reelected to a second term in November 2018.
Who was the governor before Ricketts?
List of State Governors
| # | Governor (Birth–Death) | Took office |
|---|---|---|
| 37 | Ben Nelson (b. 1941) | January 9, 1991 |
| 38 | Mike Johanns (b. 1950) | January 7, 1999 |
| 39 | Dave Heineman (b. 1948) | January 20, 2005 |
| 40 | Pete Ricketts (b. 1964) | January 8, 2015 |
Is Pete Ricketts up for re election?
The 2022 Nebraska gubernatorial election will take place on November 8, 2022, to elect the Governor of Nebraska. Incumbent Republican Governor Pete Ricketts is term-limited and cannot seek re-election to a third term.
What is Nebraska’s state motto?
Equality before the law
Nebraska/Motto
Is Nebraska still in a state of emergency?
LINCOLN – This morning, Governor Pete Ricketts held a press conference to announce the end of Nebraska’s coronavirus state of emergency. The Governor issued the state of emergency declaration on March 13, 2020. It will officially end at 11:59 PM on Wednesday, June 30, 2021.
Why are flags at half mast in Nebraska?
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts, in accordance with a proclamation from the White House, announced that all U.S. and Nebraska flags are to be flown at half-staff to honor the victims of the terrorist attack that took place in Kabul, Afghanistan.