2020 General Election Results Children’s Hospital & Medical Center

*Children’s Hospital & Medical Center cannot endorse candidates for public office, nor fund political campaigns. In each applicable race, the incumbent is featured first; all other candidates are in alphabetical order.

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Election Highlights in Nebraska and Iowa

Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen claims Nebraska shattered records on Nov. 3 when nearly 73% (936,000) of registered Nebraska voters cast their vote, a 6 percent increase from the 2016 election. Voter turnout and unique laws allowing electoral votes to be split are gaining national attention. Nebraska has five electoral votes–Trump gained four and Biden won one pivotal split electoral vote from Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District in Omaha.

In Iowa, 1,697,000 (76%) of registered voters turned in early ballots or showed up to the polls, one of the highest turnout rates in the country. Trump took all six electoral votes in Iowa, winning by 9 points. Republican Senator Joni Ernst is keeping her seat in the U.S. Senate with 51.9% of the vote. This seat, and a few others, were swing seats that could have earned a Democratic majority in the Senate, which would have resulted in a trifecta (House, Senate and White House) for Democrats.

In the Iowa House, Rep. Cindy Axne (D) will continue to serve Iowa’s third congressional district, which includes nearby Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Randy Feenstra will be sworn into the fourth district (northwest corner of the state) after defeating incumbent Rep. Steve King in the June Primary.

In the Nebraska Legislature, two sitting senators were upset by their challengers–Senator Dan Quick in Grand Island and Senator Andrew LaGrone in Gretna. Although the Legislature is officially nonpartisan, often votes will trend on party lines. Before the election, the Legislature was comprised of 30 registered Republicans, 18 Democrats and 1 Independent. In January, the Legislature will be made up of 32 Republicans and 17 Democrats.

All proposed amendments and initiatives on the ballot passed on Election Day:

1. Amendment 1 – Constitutional amendment to eliminate slavery or involuntary servitude as a punishment 2. Amendment 2 – Constitutional amendment to extend TIF (tax-increment financing) from 15 to 20 years if more than half of the property is extremely blighted. 3. Payday Lending Petition: Initiative Measure 428 that imposes a rate cap on lenders 4. Games of Chance – Constitutional Amendment Petition: Initiative Measure 429, which allows all forms of games of chance at race tracks 5. Games of Chance – Racetrack Petition: Initiative Measure 430 that a allows all forms of games of chance at race tracks and establishes a gaming commission 6. Games of Chance – Tax Petition: Initiative 431, which establishes an annual tax on games of chance

In Congress, we are waiting for final results from key states to understand the balance of power in the U.S. Senate. Currently, Republicans hold a 53-47 majority in the U.S. Senate. With several races undecided, Democrats have gained one new seat in the Senate, but would need two more for a 50-50 split. Kamala Harris, as vice president, would cast tiebreaking votes in the chamber. The House continues to favor Democrats. Some argue a divided government offers a balance of power and a degree of bipartisanship that is important as lawmakers discuss key issues like healthcare, taxes, etc. Opponents argue a unified government prevents gridlock.

Finally, there are a lot of people brushing up their resumes in Washington as the Biden administration is likely to replace leaders in many influential positions, including U.S. Secretary of HHS and CMS 2

Director, to name a few. These positions are just as influential as the individuals we vote into office, if not more.

President of the United States (270 Electoral Votes Needed to Win)

Donald Trump (Incumbent)-214 Electoral Votes Age: 73 Occupation: POTUS Political Party: Republican Website: www.donaldjtrump.com

Legislative Priorities: “America First” – renegotiate trade, support for veterans, keep jobs in America, protect borders.

Joe Biden-290 Electoral Votes Age: 77 Occupation: Former Vice President of the U.S. Political Party: Democrat Website: www.joebiden.com

Legislative Priorities: Address racial, gender and other inequalities; invest in housing; expand the Affordable Care Act; invest in education.

Nebraska U.S. Senate

Ben Sasse (Incumbent)-67.59% Age: 48 Occupation: U.S. Senator (one-term) Political Party: Republican Address: PO Box 83978, Lincoln Website: www.teamsasse.com

Legislative Priorities: Pro=life, expanding trade, increasing border security, national security, combating the COVID-19 virus.

Chris Janicek-26.05% Age: 56 Occupation: Small business owner, property investor Political Party: Democrat Address: 405 N. 40th Street, Omaha Website: http://www.janicekforsenate2020.com/

Legislative Priorities: Healthcare for all Americans, single payer 3 healthcare, investing more into education.

House of Representatives-Congressional District 1 (Lincoln)

Jeff Fortenberry (Incumbent)-59.57% Age: 59 Occupation: US Congressman (seeking 9th term) Political Party: Republican Address: PO Box 30265, Lincoln Website: www.supportfort.com

Legislative Priorities: Protect healthcare system, families and

small businesses during the COVID-19 crisis, national security and job growth. Sits on House Appropriations Committee.

Kate Bolz-37.65% Age: 41 Occupation: Social worker, current state senator Political Party: Democrat Address: 2945 Sherman St., Lincoln Website: www.katebolz.com

Legislative Priorities: Access to affordable healthcare, economic growth, coronavirus response. Sits on Nebraska Legislature’s Appropriations Committee.

Hous e of Representatives- Congressional District 2 (Omaha)

Don Bacon (Incumbent)-50.85% Age: 56 Occupation: US Congressman (seeking a third term) and retired U.S. Air Force Brigadier General Political Party: Republican Address: PO Box 391368, Omaha Website: www.donjbacon.com

Legislative Priorities: Pro-life, law enforcement, reforming immigration, veterans and healthcare.

Kara Eastman-46.15% Age: Occupation: President of Kara Eastman Partners, social worker Political Party: Democrat Address: 7117 Farnam St., Suite 2, Omaha 4 Website: www.eastmanforcongress.com

Legislative Priorities: Medicare-for-all, DACA protection and a pathway to citizenship, gun reform and racial and social justice.

House of Representatives-Congressional District 3 (Greater NE)

Adrian Smith (Incumbent)-78.59% Age: 49 Occupation: US Congressman (seeking a eighth term) and former state senator Political Party: Republican Address: 1126 Avenue A #6, Scottsbluff Website: www.joinadrian.com

Legislative Priorities: Balanced budget, cut red tape for agriculture producers, protect small businesses.

Mark Elworth-17.62% Age: Occupation: Political activist Political Party: Democrat Address: Website: www.facebook.com/markjr4gov

Legislative Priorities: Medical marijuana and hemp farming proponent.Nebraska Legislature

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Nebraska Legislature-District 1 (Plattsmouth area)

Julie Slama (Incumbent)-68.14% Age: 24 Occupation: Appointed to the Legislature in 2019, law student Political Party: Republican Address: 73424 645A Avenue, Peru Website: www.voteslama.com

Legislative Priorities: Pro life, property tax relief.

Janet Palmtag-31.86% Age: 58 Occupation: Real estate broker Political Party: Republican Address: 128 S. 42 Road, Syracuse Website: www.palmtagfornebraska.com

Legislative Priorities: Relief for farmers and small businesses, property tax relief, access to care, access to Medicaid, LTC

Nebraska Legislature-District 3 (Bellevue)

Carol Blood (Incumbent)-50.57% Age: 58 Occupation: State senator, business consultant Political Party: Democrat Address: 2812 Jack Pine Street, Bellevue Website: www.carolblood.com

Legislative Priorities: Compact licensures to address access to healthcare, military, family; supporter of hospitals.

Rick Holdcroft-49.43% Age: 66 Occupation: Retired Navy captain and aerospace executive Political Party: Republican Address: Bellevue Website: www.rickholdcroft.com

Legislative Priorities: Pro-life, pro-family, second amendment 6 supporter, reduce taxes.

Nebraska Legislature-District 5 (South Omaha)

Mike McDonnell (Incumbent)-63.26% Age: 54 Occupation: State senator, President of Omaha Federation of Labor, former Omaha fire chief Political Party: Democrat Address: 5401 A Street, Omaha Website: www.votemcdonnell.com

Legislative Priorities: Balanced state budget, disability benefits for firefighters, resiliency training for first responders.

Gilbert Ayala-36.74% Age: 50 Occupation: Grocery store and restaurant worker Political Party: Republican Address: 2322 S. 30 Street, Omaha Website:

Legislative Priorities: Pro-life, prison development

Nebraska Legislature-District 7 (Downtown Omaha)

Tony Vargas (Incumbent)-78.02% Age: 36 Occupation: State senator, former teacher and nonprofit consultant Political Party: Democrat Address: 713 Caniglia Plaza, Omaha Website: www.vargas fornebraska.com

Legislative Priorities: Prioritize funding for protecting vulnerable populations, access to affordable healthcare.

Jorge Sotolongo-21.98% Age: 31 Occupation: VP of NAI NP Dodge Political Party: Republican Address: Omaha Website: www.gosotolongo.com 7 Legislative Priorities: Economic recovery for small businesses, long term solution for DACA.

Nebraska Legislature: District 9 (Midtown Omaha)

John Cavanaugh- 54.31% Age: Occupation: Douglas County Public Defender’s office Political Party: Democrat Address: 916 S. 58 Street, Omaha Website: www.cavanaugh fornebraska.com

Legislative Priorities: Quality education for everyone, equality before the law, and to create a fair tax system. Investing in people.

Marque Snow-45.69% Age: 31 Occupation: President of Omaha School Board, Holland Children’s Movement Political Party: Democrat Address: 105 N. 31 Ave #506, Omaha Website: www.votesnow.com

Legislative Priorities: Protect public schools, support small business, retain Nebraskans, strengthen communities, and expand public transportation and property tax relief.

Nebraska Legislature-District 11 (North Omaha) Fred Conley-36.33% Age: 72 Occupation: Former Omaha City Council member, Sergeant U.S. Air Force Political Party: Democrat Address: PO Box 11223, Omaha Website: www.conley4statesenate.com

Legislative Priorities: Protect voting rights, support public education and advocate for free tuition for two-year community colleges.

Terrell McKinney-63.67% Age: 48 Occupation: Law student, community organizer and wrestling coach Political Party: Democrat Address: Omaha Website: www.peopleforterrellmckinney.com 8

Legislative Priorities: Health justice, education, housing, criminal justice system, economic justice and juvenile justice.

Nebraska Legislature: District 13 (Northwest Omaha)

Justin Wayne (Incumbent)-100% Age: 41 Occupation: State senator, attorney and CEO of Trailblazers Constructors Political Party: Democrat Address: 8927 North 56 Ave. Cir., Omaha Website: www.wayne4ne.com

Legislative Priorities: Job growth, healthcare access, preservation of community, racial justice.

Nebraska Legislature-District 15 (Fremont)

Lynne Walz (Incumbent)-59.59% Age: 57 Occupation: State senator, realtor and former teacher Political Party: Democrat Address: 1717 Parkview Drive, Fremont Website: www.lynnewalz.com

Legislative Priorities: Job growth, quality education, early childhood education, special needs, healthy meals for students, mental health

David Rogers-40.41% Age: 41 Occupation: Air Force veteran, owner of Professional HPP Services, professor at Bellevue University Political Party: Republican Address: 845 Nye Avenue, Fremont Website: www.rogersforlegislature.com

Legislative Priorities: Pro-life, lower property taxes, 2nd amendment protection, reduce wasteful spending.

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Nebraska Legislature-District 17 (Dakota, Thurston & Wayne)

Joni Albrecht (Incumbent)-68.06% Age: 62 Occupation: State senator and farmer Political Party: Republican Address: 2088D Avenue, Thurston Website : www.jonialbrechtforlegislature.com ,

Legislative Priorities: Pro-life, 2nd amendment rights, quality education, property tax relief to ag producers, small businesses and homeowners.

Sheri Lindau-31.94% Age: Occupation: Former mayor of Wayne Political Party: Democrat Address: 1226 Sunset Drive, Wayne Website: www.lindauforlegislature.com

Legislative Priorities: Business incentives for entrepreneurs, funding for rural school districts, address primary care physician shortage, property tax relief.

Nebraska Legislature-District 19 (Norfolk area)

Mike Flood-100% Age: 45 Occupation: Former Speaker of the Legislature, lawyer and broadcaster, founder of Flood Communications Political Party: Republican Address: Norfolk Website: www.floodcomm.com/mike-flood

Legislative Priorities: Rural depopulation, tax relief, pro-life, a strong economy for Nebraska.

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Nebraska Legislature-District 21 (Lincoln)

Mike Hilgers (Incumbent)-54.89% Age: 41 Occupation: State senator, attorney, business owner Political Party: Republican Address: 575 Fallbrook Blvd, Suite 202, Lincoln Website: www.mikehilgers.com

Legislative Priorities: State infrastructure, reducing the tax burden, reducing the cost of healthcare, job growth.

Brodey Weber-45.11% Age: 22 Occupation: VP of client relations for Mid-America Casing Supply Political Party: Democrat Address: 5255N.W. 12 St Apt. 222, Lincoln Website: www.brodeyweber.com

Legislative Priorities: Access to quality education, poverty reduction, young professionals and economic development.

Nebraska Legislature-District 23 (Colfax, Butler, Saunders)

Bruce Bostelman (Incumbent)-62.07% Age: 58 Occupation: State senator, farmer, retired military Political Party: Republican Address: 2751 X Road, Brainard Website: www.bostelmanfornebraska.com

Legislative Priorities: Pro-life, 2nd amendment, tax relief, support for agriculture. Helen Raikes-33.42% Age: Occupation: Early childhood education professor in the Department of Child, Youth and Family Studies Political Party: Independent Address: 684 North Forty Drive, Ashland Website: www.raikes2020.com 11 Legislative Priorities: Property tax relief for farmers, quality education, early childhood education, job growth.

Nebraska Legislature-District 25 (Lincoln)

Suzanne Geist (Incumbent)-66.58% Age: 59 Occupation: State senator, self-employed Political Party: Republican Address: 5030 Sawgrass Drive, Lincoln Website: www.geistfornebraska.com

Legislative Priorities: Pro-life, job growth, reducing violence, quality education, Lincoln families.

Stephany Pleasant-33.42% Age: 30 Occupation: Attorney Political Party: Democrat Address: Lincoln Website : www.pleasantforne.com

Legislative Priorities: Strengthen education, reform the justice system, affordable healthcare, and protect Nebraska’s economy.

Nebraska Legislature-District 27 (Lincoln)

Anna Wishart (Incumbent)-64.56% Age: 35 Occupation: State senator, Director of Partnerships at Beyond School Bells, foster parent Political Party: Democrat Address: 911 E Street, Lincoln Website: www.annawishart.com

Legislative Priorities: Reinforce fiscal responsibility, prioritize tax fairness, strengthen the economy, develop workforce, improve healthcare, protect public safety, and advance education.

Brenda Bickford-35.44% Age: Occupation: Occupational therapist, IT Project Manager Political Party: Republican Address: Lincoln Website: www.brendabickford.com 12

Legislative Priorities: Property tax relief, housing affordability, mental health, pro-life, 2nd amendment.

Nebraska Legislature-District 29 (Lincoln)

Eliot Bostar-53.18% Age: 33 Occupation: Executive director at Conservation Nebraska and Nebraska Conservation Voters Political Party: Democrat Address: 3800 S. 42 St., Lincoln Website: www.eliotbostar.com

Legislative Priorities: Quality education, high-paying jobs, affordable healthcare, protects the environment-wind energy proponent.

Jacob Campbell - 46.82% Age: 29 Occupation: Business owner, legislative aid, military veteran Political Party: Republican Address: 5812 S. 41 St., Lincoln Website: www.campbellforlegislature.com

Legislative Priorities: Focus on family, prioritize education, small business success.

Nebraska Legislature-District 31 (Southwest Omaha)

Rich Pahls - 52.83% Age: 76 Occupation: Former state senator, Omaha city councilman, former Millard Public Schools principal and administrator Political Party: Republican Address: Website:

Legislative Priorities: Boosting tax incentives for businesses, total tax structure including property tax. Tim Royers-47.18% Age: 33 Occupation: Millard West High School teacher Political Party: Democrat Address: 15927 O Circle, Omaha Website: www.royers2020.com 13 Legislative Priorities: Education funding, reforming the tax system, retain talent and grow business.

Nebraska Legislature-District 33 (Hastings)

Steve Halloran (Incumbent)-100% Age: 72 Occupation: State senator, restaurateur Political Party: Republican Address: Hastings Website: www.vote4halloran.com

Legislative Priorities: Property tax relief, work force development in high school, pro-life. Nebraska Legislature: District 35 (Grand Island)

Dan Quick (Incumbent)-46.40% Age: 63 Occupation: State senator, power plant maintenance mechanic Political Party: Republican Address: 1019 Kennedy Drive, Grand Island Website: www.votedanquick.com

Legislative Priorities: Jobs, housing, workforce development, early childhood education, property tax relief.

Ray Aguilar-53.60% Age: 73 Occupation: Former state senator, retired business owner Political Party: Republican Address: Hastings Website:

Legislative Priorities: Property tax relief, control state spending, increase government transparency.

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Nebraska Legislature-District 37 (Kearney)

John Lowe (Incumbent)-75.71% Age: 61 Occupation: State senator, real estate investor Political Party: Republican Address: 2001 Central Ave., Kearney Website: www.johnloweforlegislature.com

nd Legislative Priorities: Property tax relief, pro-life, protect 2 amendment.

Mercadies Damratowski-24.29% Age: Occupation: Political Party: Libertarian Address: 306 E. 28 Street, Kearney Website: www.votemercadies.com

Legislative Priorities: Limited information.

Nebraska Legislature-District 39 (Elkhorn, Valley)

Lou Ann Linehan (Incumbent)-56.04% Age: 65 Occupation: State senator, former chief of staff to U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel Political Party: Republican Address: 4025 South 244th Circle, Elkhorn Website: www.linehanforlegislature.com

Legislative Priorities: Reduce property and state income taxes, workforce development, strong economy, pro-life.

Allison Heimes 43.96% Age: 29 Occupation: Immigration attorney Political Party: Democrat Address: Elkhorn Website: www.heimesforlegislature.com

Legislative Priorities: Childcare tax credit for working parents, establish a parental leave policy, balanced budget, mental health. 15

Nebraska Legislature-District 41 (Central NE)

Tom Briese (Incumbent)-100% Age: 61 Occupation: State senator, farmer Political Party: Republican Address: 2998 300th Street, Albion Website: www.tombriese.com

Legislative Priorities: Lower property taxes, reduce government spending, make Nebraska competitive, defend ag, keep families in rural Nebraska. Nebraska Legislature: District 43 (North Central NE)

Tom Brewer (Incumbent)-57.96% Age: 61 Occupation: State senator, retired military Political Party: Republican Address: 550 West 10th Street, Gordon Website: www.votetombrewer.com

Legislative Priorities: Lower property taxes, cut taxes on military retirement benefits, eliminate taxes on Social Security income, pro- life, 2nd amendment.

Tanya Storer-42.04% Age: Occupation: Cattle rancher, Cherry County Commissioner Political Party: Republican Address: 19075 Adamson Drive, Whitman Website : www.tanyaforlegislature.com

Legislative Priorities: Tax relief, modernized infrastructure, cut red tape, pro-life.

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Nebraska Legislature-District 45 (Bellevue)

Susan Hester-46.47% Age: Occupation: Educator at Bellevue Public Schools Political Party: Democrat Address: 403 Dennis Drive, Bellevue Website: www.votesusanhester.com

Legislative Priorities: Support for veterans, affordable and accessible healthcare, mental health, early childhood education.

Rita Sanders-53.53% Age: Occupation: Former Mayor of Bellevue, commercial real estate developer Political Party: Republican Address: 507 Martin Drive, Bellevue Website : www.ritasandersfornebraska.com

Legislative Priorities: Education, veteran affairs, pro-life, tax relief, pro-business.

Nebraska Legislature-District 47 (Panhandle)

Steve Erdman (Incumbent)-100% Age: 71 Occupation: State senator, farmer Political Party: Republican Address: 8527 L62, Bayard Website: www.steveerdman.com

Legislative Priorities: Tax relief, school aid funding, ethanol, cooperative system support, pro-life.

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Nebraska Legislature-District 49 (Gretna)

Andrew La Grone (Incumbent)-49.47% Age: 30 Occupation: State senator, lawyer Political Party: Republican Address: 20276 Glenmore Dr. #1, Gretna Website: www.lagroneforlegislature.com

Legislative Priorities: Property tax relief, quality education, pro- life.

Jen Day-50.53% Age: Occupation: Owner and co-founder of Artis Strength Political Party: Democrat Address: Gretna Website: www.jendayfornebraska.com

Legislative Priorities: Public education and property tax relief

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