Peter Ricketts in 2021 Governor's State of the State speeches


On Crime: Build a new, modern correctional facility

By 2025, Nebraska's corrections system is forecasted to house over 6,400 inmates. Today, we have an operational capacity of over 5,300 inmates, and the Nebraska State Penitentiary is decaying. To help protect public safety and to replace the State Penitentiary, I am proposing that we build a new, modern correctional facility. This facility will require an initial investment of $115 million in this budget for a total of $230 million by the time it is completed and operational in 2025.
Source: 2021 State of the State Address to Nebraska legislature Jan 14, 2021

On Education: Fully fund aid to K-12 education, invest in next generation

I want to note that we can continue to support strong public schools. As I have done every year as Governor, my budget proposes to fully fund state aid to the K-12 education formula with an additional $42.7 million over the biennium. We must continue to invest in the next generation of Nebraskans so they can access educational opportunities that can help them achieve their dreams.
Source: 2021 State of the State Address to Nebraska legislature Jan 14, 2021

On Homeland Security: Working to bring Space Command to the Heartland

Nebraska is still working to bring Space Command to the Heartland. Senator Stinner and I are recommending the State invest $50 million towards establishing a public-private partnership to locate this important mission at Offutt Air Force Base.
Source: 2021 State of the State Address to Nebraska legislature Jan 14, 2021

On Jobs: We've been cutting red tape to keep Nebraskans working

Throughout the pandemic, we've been cutting red tape to keep Nebraskans working. From giving licensed professionals more flexibility to allowing restaurants to offer carryout alcohol, we looked for ways to grow our healthcare workforce and help small businesses survive. The jobs being created have helped Nebraska achieve an unemployment rate that is the lowest in the nation. At 3.1%, our unemployment rate for November 2020 is only one tenth of a percent above where it stood one year ago.
Source: 2021 State of the State Address to Nebraska legislature Jan 14, 2021

On Technology: Bring broadband coverage to every corner of the state

We must continue to invest in better community connectivity through broadband internet. It's no secret that many Nebraskans still do not have access to broadband. Senator Friesen, Speaker Hilgers, and I are proposing that we invest $20 million in each of the next two years to help another 30,000 households get broadband connectivity. This will move Nebraska closer to bringing broadband coverage to every corner of the state.
Source: 2021 State of the State Address to Nebraska legislature Jan 14, 2021

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