Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a man from Omaha who is known for his dedication, integrity, tenacity, and voice. Bill Jensen, also known as the Voice of the College World Series, started his radio broadcast career at KLIN in 1967. He took a small break to serve in the United States Air Force from 1968 to 1972. Bill then returned to Omaha radio, working at KOTD, KLNG, KYNN, WOW, KOMJ, and KFAB. He gave his vocal pipes a break when he worked as an aide to the Omaha mayor from 1978 to 1981.
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Don Bacon
Representative · Nebraska · Republican
Don Bacon
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Mr. Chair, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027. I thank Chairman Rogers and Ranking Member Smith for their leadership in compiling this bill. By the way, it passed with a huge bipartisan majority in committee. I also thank my friend and subcommittee ranking member, Mr. Ro Khanna, for his collaboration this year, and I appreciate the great subcommittee staff who do such a fantastic job. As we have seen across modern battlefields, technology is evolving at a faster rate than ever before.
Biography
Don Bacon, a retired U.S. Air Force brigadier general, was elected to represent Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District in 2016. He focuses on strengthening national security, supporting veterans, and promoting agricultural interests vital to Nebraska. Bacon played a key role in advancing bipartisan military family policies and serves on the House Armed Services Committee. Known for his pragmatic approach and emphasis on constituent accessibility, he works to address local concerns while shaping defense and rural policy at the national level.
Education
- M.A. in National Security Strategy, National War College, Washington, DC2004
- M.A. Management, University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ1995
- B.A. in Political Science, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL1984
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2017-PresentRepresenting Nebraska's 2nd district
Professor, Bellevue University
2015–16Military Advisor, U.S. representative Jeff Fortenberry
2014–15
Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National Security40%
Crime and Law Enforcement11%
International Affairs9%
Taxation8%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Don Bacon's record in Congress.
Veterans Affairs Reform
Co-sponsored and helped pass the VA MISSION Act to improve veterans’ access to private health care providers.
Offutt Air Force Base Flood Recovery
Secured federal funding for repairs and rebuilding at Offutt Air Force Base after the 2019 Missouri River flooding.
Child Abuse Prevention Funding
Championed increased federal support for the National Child Abuse Hotline and related prevention programs.
National Defense Authorization Act
Advocated for and contributed to annual defense bills strengthening U.S. military readiness and support for servicemembers.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on Agriculture
- House Committee on Armed Services
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