Governor Pete Ricketts has appointed Mike Jacobson of North Platte to replace former State Senator Mike Groene, who resigned on Monday.
“Mike is a Nebraska native who exemplifies our state’s entrepreneurialism and hard work,” Ricketts says. “He will be a champion for efficient and effective government, responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars, and our state’s strong family values. His successful leadership as a community banker has given him valuable insights that will help to grow Nebraska.”
Jacobson calls it an honor to represent the citizens of District 42 in the Legislature. “I share Nebraska’s traditional values, work ethic, and entrepreneurial spirit. As a State Senator, I’ll advocate for limited government and conservative fiscal policy. I’ve built a community-minded culture in my business, and I look forward to strengthening Nebraska by creating more opportunities to live and work in the Good Life.”
he has studied the priority bills to help him succeed in this new role.
Jacobson says he has studied the priority bills to help him succeed, but being new to the legislature he says he will need help and guidance from other lawmakers. “I know a lot of the senators personally and I expect to expand that personal relationship and I’m looking forward to hitting the ground running.”
Jacobson is the creator of the NebraskaLand Bank. He is a graduate of Sutton High School and holds a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics/Agricultural Education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Groene resigned after allegations surfaced that he took inappropriate photos of a legislative aide.