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Nebraska State Legislative District 48

4-year term, limited to two consecutive terms, $12,000Members of the country’s only unicameral legislative body create laws and make the rules for Nebraskans under certain constitutional limitations. This body also oversees many health care services and decides how much money public schools (from kindergartens to colleges) receive each year. If you are concerned about who pays how much in taxes and how those funds get spent, this is a very important election.

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    Brian Hardin
    (NON)

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    Jessica M. Landers
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    Samuel C. Landers
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    Kurt Zadina
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Biographical Information

What is your top concern about K-12 education in Nebraska and what would be your solution?

What are the most effective policy tools to promote economic development?

As a legislator, how would you balance rural and urban priorities when allocating resources and shaping policy?

How do you view the role of the state senator and how would you factor in constituent feedback?

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Education Some College, Certificates
Military experience US Army
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/VoteLanders
Underpaid teachers are my chief concern regarding education. Finding funding in the tax structure to give teachers a raise would be a wonderful thing.
Considering the amount of revenue generated by industry in the panhandle it is shameful how little Lincoln funnels those funds back to the area. Diverting funds to the panhandle will be a major priority.
As a legislator for district 48 my goal is to focus on the rural priorities of my constituents.
The role of a representative in legislature is to listen to and represent the needs of their constituents. They are voted in by the people and should therefore follow the will of the people.
Education B. S. in Education, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Current Public Office, dates None
Past Public Office, dates held None
Military experience None
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/kurt.zadina.7
If we want strong communities and a strong economy, we must invest in strong public schools. That starts with adequately funding them, supporting educators, and making sure every student—no matter where they live—has access to the opportunities they deserve.
The strongest economic development strategy is investing in people—education, workforce, and communities—while making smart, accountable investments that create lasting growth rather than short-term gains.
Balancing rural and urban priorities isn’t about choosing one over the other—it’s about making smart, equitable investments so every community has the tools to thrive, while recognizing and addressing their unique challenges.
Constituent feedback isn’t an afterthought—it’s central to the job. My role is to listen carefully, lead responsibly, and make decisions that reflect both the voices of the people I represent and the long-term interests of Nebraska. Respecting and defending the will of the voters by upholding the results of initiatives and referendums, not working to overturn or undermine them.
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