NEBRASKA, January 16 - Media Contacts:  

Taylor Gage, 402-471-1970

Justin Pinkerman, 402-471-1967

Media Release:

Gov. Ricketts Applauds Senate Passage of USMCA

LINCOLN – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts issued the following statement upon ratification of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) by the U.S. Senate.

“Today’s passage of USMCA by the U.S. Senate is a big victory for Nebraska and our ag producers,” said Gov. Ricketts.  “It ensures Nebraska will have the opportunity to grow our relationship with Canada and Mexico, two of the most important markets for our ag products.  I want to thank Senator Fischer, Senator Sasse, and our entire federal delegation for their successful work to deliver USCMA for our farmers and ranchers.”