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Jim Pillen

R · Nebraska · 2026 · Incumbent

Running for Governor, Nebraska

Top priorities

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  • Deliver property-tax relief and conservative budgeting
  • Support Nebraska agriculture and water resources
Biography

Jim Pillen is Nebraska's incumbent governor and the Republican nominee for re-election in 2026, winning his May primary with about 76% of the vote. A veterinarian, hog producer, and former University of Nebraska regent from Columbus, his first term has emphasized property-tax relief, agriculture, water policy, and conservative budgeting.

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