U.S. Senator · R · Nebraska
Pete Ricketts
- Term
- 2024–2027
- Office
- 139 Russell Senate Office Building
- Bills
- 175
Issue by issue
The same issue areas we use for every senator, so you can see where Ricketts puts their effort — and read the record behind each one.
Economy & jobs
Extensive record
Ricketts's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on economy & jobs
Their stated view
- Financial Sector Stability — He promotes measures to improve financial oversight, support rural depositories, and enhance collaboration between banks and fintech companies to foster economic growth.
Commitments tracked here
- Promote Financial Innovation & Access
The record (27)
- Bill authoredRural Depositories Revitalization Study ActLatest action 2026-05-13
- Bill cosponsoredExpanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators ActLatest action 2025-02-13
- Bill authoredBank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement ActLatest action 2026-06-18
- Bill cosponsoredProtecting America’s Small Oil and Gas Producers and Rural Jobs ActLatest action 2026-05-20
- Bill cosponsoredRural Veterinary Workforce ActLatest action 2025-03-27
- Bill cosponsoredChina Subsidy Response and Export Competitiveness Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-08
- Bill cosponsoredTerrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-27
- Bill authoredMultilateral Alignment of Technology Controls on Hardware (MATCH) ActLatest action 2026-04-13
Veterans
Extensive record
Ricketts's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on veterans
Their stated view
- Veteran Well-being — Senator Ricketts prioritizes improving mental health services and overall care for veterans, recognizing their sacrifices and ensuring their post-service well-being.
Commitments tracked here
- Improve Veteran Health & Care
The record (30)
- Bill cosponsoredChild Care Modernization Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-19
- Bill authoredMIND Our Veterans Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-19
- Bill authoredCARING for Our Veterans Health Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-18
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness.Latest action 2026-06-01
- Bill cosponsoredImproving Mental Health Access for Students ActLatest action 2025-06-02
- Bill cosponsoredVeterans’ Assuring Critical Care Expansions to Support Servicemembers (ACCESS) Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-30
- Bill cosponsoredImproving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-20
- Bill cosponsoredProtecting Minors in Federal Health Plans ActLatest action 2025-05-15
Defense & security
Extensive record
Ricketts's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on defense & security
Their stated view
- Ensuring National Security — Ricketts supports strengthening national defense, protecting critical technologies, and enhancing military alliances like AUKUS to safeguard US interests and counter foreign adversaries.
Commitments tracked here
- Strengthen Defense Industrial Base
The record (30)
- Bill authoredBINSA ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill cosponsoredA bill to require the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to annually review, update, and report on the facilities and property of the United States Government determined to be national security sensitive for purposes of review of real estate transactions under section 721 of the Defense Production Act of 1950.Latest action 2025-06-18
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2025-10-30
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 73rd anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of persistent and escalating aggression by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2024-09-12
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the United States-Philippines alliance on the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the 75th anniversary of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States of America and the Republic of the Philippines, and the 10th anniversary of the landmark arbitral award upholding Manila's sovereignty against escalating aggression and lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2026-06-08
- Bill authoredMultilateral Alignment of Technology Controls on Hardware (MATCH) ActLatest action 2026-04-13
- Bill authoredMIND Our Veterans Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-19
- Bill authoredTaiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-10
Technology
Extensive record
Ricketts's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on technology
Commitments tracked here
- Strengthen Technology Supply Chains
The record (33)
- Bill authoredMultilateral Alignment of Technology Controls on Hardware (MATCH) ActLatest action 2026-04-13
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2025-10-30
- Bill authoredTaiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-10
- Bill cosponsoredCHIP IN for Veterans Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-17
- Bill authoredBINSA ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredStrengthen Wood Products Supply Chain Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-15
- Bill cosponsoredDETECT Nitazenes Act of 2025Latest action 2025-11-03
- Bill authoredCARING for Our Veterans Health Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-18
Housing
Extensive record
Ricketts's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on housing
Commitments tracked here
- Enhance Housing Affordability
The record (26)
- Bill authoredHousing for America’s Middle Class Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-03
- Bill authoredRural Housing Regulatory Relief ActLatest action 2026-03-03
- Bill cosponsoredStreamlining Rural Housing Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-23
- Bill cosponsoredRural Housing Service Reform Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-02
- Bill cosponsoredHousing Supply Frameworks ActLatest action 2025-04-03
- Bill authoredRural Depositories Revitalization Study ActLatest action 2026-05-13
- Bill authoredImproving Housing Access ActLatest action 2026-03-03
- Bill cosponsoredExpanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators ActLatest action 2025-02-13
Agriculture & rural
Extensive record
Ricketts's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on agriculture & rural
Their stated view
- Promoting Rural America — He advocates for policies that support agricultural communities, including flexibility in food programs, fair labeling, and flood protection, recognizing their vital role in the US economy.
Commitments tracked here
- Support Agricultural Sector & Rural Vitality
The record (28)
- Bill authoredRural Microentrepreneur Assistance Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-03
- Bill cosponsoredAmerican Beef Labeling Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-05
- Bill authoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "National Beef Month" to recognize the important role cattle play in the United States, and to consumers.Latest action 2025-05-21
- Bill authoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "National Beef Month" to recognize the important role cattle play in the United States, and to consumers.Latest action 2026-05-13
- Bill authoredRural Microentrepreneur Assistance Act of 2023Latest action 2023-09-29
- Bill authoredSNAP Next Step Act of 2023Latest action 2023-07-18
- Bill authoredFlood Protection and Infrastructure Resilience Act of 2023Latest action 2023-10-26
- Bill authoredFlood Protection and Infrastructure Resilience Act of 2025Latest action 2025-11-06
Foreign policy
Extensive record
Ricketts's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on foreign policy
Their stated view
- Support for US Alliances — Senator Ricketts champions strong diplomatic and defense alliances, particularly with nations like the Philippines and Japan, to counter geopolitical pressures and maintain regional stability.
Commitments tracked here
The record (27)
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2025-10-30
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the United States-Philippines alliance on the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the 75th anniversary of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States of America and the Republic of the Philippines, and the 10th anniversary of the landmark arbitral award upholding Manila's sovereignty against escalating aggression and lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2026-06-08
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 73rd anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of persistent and escalating aggression by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2024-09-12
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securing the release of Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Jimmy Lai detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with Chinese President Xi Jinping.Latest action 2026-04-16
- Bill authoredUNLOCK AUKUS ActLatest action 2026-07-27
- Bill cosponsoredEnding Lending to China Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-21
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding critical elements of the United States policy towards the People's Republic of China.Latest action 2026-04-30
- Bill authoredA resolution expressing unwavering support for the United States-Japan alliance in response to political, economic and military pressure by the People's Republic of China.Latest action 2025-12-17
What Ricketts stands for
The issues this senator has built their public record around, drawn from their own campaign material, official statements and legislative work. Each one links to a source so you can read it yourself.
- 01International Affairs
Support for US Alliances
Senator Ricketts champions strong diplomatic and defense alliances, particularly with nations like the Philippines and Japan, to counter geopolitical pressures and maintain regional stability.
- 02Agriculture
Promoting Rural America
He advocates for policies that support agricultural communities, including flexibility in food programs, fair labeling, and flood protection, recognizing their vital role in the US economy.
- 03Defense
Ensuring National Security
Ricketts supports strengthening national defense, protecting critical technologies, and enhancing military alliances like AUKUS to safeguard US interests and counter foreign adversaries.
- 04Economy
Financial Sector Stability
He promotes measures to improve financial oversight, support rural depositories, and enhance collaboration between banks and fintech companies to foster economic growth.
- 05Veterans
Veteran Well-being
Senator Ricketts prioritizes improving mental health services and overall care for veterans, recognizing their sacrifices and ensuring their post-service well-being.
What they've actually done about it
Each commitment below is something this senator has publicly said they would pursue, followed by the concrete record on it: bills they authored or cosponsored, floor speeches they gave. We describe the record — we don't grade it.
- International Affairs
Counter Foreign Aggression
Through the UNLOCK AUKUS Act and resolutions, he commits to reinforcing US alliances and deterring aggressive actions from nations like China in critical regions.
Where it stands: Senator Ricketts sponsored the UNLOCK AUKUS Act, which has been placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar, and has sponsored or cosponsored several resolutions aimed at reinforcing alliances and deterring China, many of which are still active.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2025-10-30
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the United States-Philippines alliance on the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the 75th anniversary of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States of America and the Republic of the Philippines, and the 10th anniversary of the landmark arbitral award upholding Manila's sovereignty against escalating aggression and lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2026-06-08
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 73rd anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of persistent and escalating aggression by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2024-09-12
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securing the release of Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Jimmy Lai detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with Chinese President Xi Jinping.Latest action 2026-04-16
- Bill authoredUNLOCK AUKUS ActLatest action 2026-07-27
- Bill cosponsoredEnding Lending to China Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-21
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding critical elements of the United States policy towards the People's Republic of China.Latest action 2026-04-30
- Bill authoredA resolution expressing unwavering support for the United States-Japan alliance in response to political, economic and military pressure by the People's Republic of China.Latest action 2025-12-17
- Technology
Strengthen Technology Supply Chains
He supports measures like the Multilateral Alignment of Technology Controls on Hardware (MATCH) Act and SAFE Chips Act of 2025 to secure critical technology supply chains and prevent intellectual property theft.
Where it stands: Senator Ricketts sponsored the Multilateral Alignment of Technology Controls on Hardware (MATCH) Act on 2026-04-13, which is currently referred to committee.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredMultilateral Alignment of Technology Controls on Hardware (MATCH) ActLatest action 2026-04-13
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2025-10-30
- Bill authoredTaiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-10
- Bill cosponsoredCHIP IN for Veterans Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-17
- Bill authoredBINSA ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredStrengthen Wood Products Supply Chain Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-15
- Bill cosponsoredDETECT Nitazenes Act of 2025Latest action 2025-11-03
- Bill authoredCARING for Our Veterans Health Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-18
- Agriculture
Support Agricultural Sector & Rural Vitality
Senator Ricketts supports policies and resolutions that benefit the agricultural sector, promote rural development, and recognize the importance of specific agricultural products.
Where it stands: Senator Ricketts has sponsored several bills and resolutions in the current Congress (2025-2026) that support the agricultural sector and rural vitality, including the Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Act of 2025, the AFIDA Improvements Act of 2025, the MARKET Act of 2026, and the Securing American Agriculture Act, all of which are currently pending in committee.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredRural Microentrepreneur Assistance Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-03
- Bill cosponsoredAmerican Beef Labeling Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-05
- Bill authoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "National Beef Month" to recognize the important role cattle play in the United States, and to consumers.Latest action 2025-05-21
- Bill authoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "National Beef Month" to recognize the important role cattle play in the United States, and to consumers.Latest action 2026-05-13
- Bill authoredRural Microentrepreneur Assistance Act of 2023Latest action 2023-09-29
- Bill authoredSNAP Next Step Act of 2023Latest action 2023-07-18
- Bill authoredFlood Protection and Infrastructure Resilience Act of 2023Latest action 2023-10-26
- Bill authoredFlood Protection and Infrastructure Resilience Act of 2025Latest action 2025-11-06
- Defense
Strengthen Defense Industrial Base
The Senator aims to amend the Defense Production Act to include biotechnology as prohibited and notifiable technology, safeguarding critical US innovations from foreign adversaries.
Where it stands: Senator Ricketts sponsored S.X, 'A bill to amend title VIII of the Defense Production Act of 1950 to include biotechnology in the definitions of 'prohibited technology' and 'notifiable technology', and for other purposes,' which directly addresses the promise and is currently pending in committee.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredBINSA ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill cosponsoredA bill to require the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to annually review, update, and report on the facilities and property of the United States Government determined to be national security sensitive for purposes of review of real estate transactions under section 721 of the Defense Production Act of 1950.Latest action 2025-06-18
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2025-10-30
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 73rd anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of persistent and escalating aggression by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2024-09-12
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the United States-Philippines alliance on the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the 75th anniversary of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States of America and the Republic of the Philippines, and the 10th anniversary of the landmark arbitral award upholding Manila's sovereignty against escalating aggression and lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2026-06-08
- Bill authoredMultilateral Alignment of Technology Controls on Hardware (MATCH) ActLatest action 2026-04-13
- Bill authoredMIND Our Veterans Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-19
- Bill authoredTaiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-10
- Veterans
Improve Veteran Health & Care
He advocates for legislation such as the MIND Our Veterans Act of 2025 and CARING for Our Veterans Health Act of 2025 to enhance mental health services and overall support for veterans.
Where it stands: Senator Ricketts has sponsored the MIND Our Veterans Act of 2025 and the CARING for Our Veterans Health Act of 2025, both of which are currently active and moving through committees.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill cosponsoredChild Care Modernization Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-19
- Bill authoredMIND Our Veterans Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-19
- Bill authoredCARING for Our Veterans Health Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-18
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness.Latest action 2026-06-01
- Bill cosponsoredImproving Mental Health Access for Students ActLatest action 2025-06-02
- Bill cosponsoredVeterans’ Assuring Critical Care Expansions to Support Servicemembers (ACCESS) Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-30
- Bill cosponsoredImproving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-20
- Bill cosponsoredProtecting Minors in Federal Health Plans ActLatest action 2025-05-15
- Housing
Enhance Housing Affordability
Senator Ricketts works to improve housing access and affordability through bills like the Rural Housing Regulatory Relief Act and the Housing for America’s Middle Class Act of 2026.
Where it stands: Senator Ricketts has sponsored the Housing for America’s Middle Class Act of 2026, the Rural Housing Regulatory Relief Act, and the Improving Housing Access Act, all of which are currently pending in committees.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredHousing for America’s Middle Class Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-03
- Bill authoredRural Housing Regulatory Relief ActLatest action 2026-03-03
- Bill cosponsoredStreamlining Rural Housing Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-23
- Bill cosponsoredRural Housing Service Reform Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-02
- Bill cosponsoredHousing Supply Frameworks ActLatest action 2025-04-03
- Bill authoredRural Depositories Revitalization Study ActLatest action 2026-05-13
- Bill authoredImproving Housing Access ActLatest action 2026-03-03
- Bill cosponsoredExpanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators ActLatest action 2025-02-13
- Economy
Promote Financial Innovation & Access
He supports legislation like the Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act and the Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act to modernize the financial sector and ensure access for all communities.
Where it stands: Senator Ricketts has sponsored the Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act and the Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act, both of which are pending in the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredRural Depositories Revitalization Study ActLatest action 2026-05-13
- Bill cosponsoredExpanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators ActLatest action 2025-02-13
- Bill authoredBank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement ActLatest action 2026-06-18
- Bill cosponsoredProtecting America’s Small Oil and Gas Producers and Rural Jobs ActLatest action 2026-05-20
- Bill cosponsoredRural Veterinary Workforce ActLatest action 2025-03-27
- Bill cosponsoredChina Subsidy Response and Export Competitiveness Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-08
- Bill cosponsoredTerrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-27
- Bill authoredMultilateral Alignment of Technology Controls on Hardware (MATCH) ActLatest action 2026-04-13
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