Senate passes Fischer bill to speed wildfire relief for Nebraska producers

The U.S. Senate has passed Sen. Deb Fischer’s bill to speed wildfire disaster relief, aiming to help Nebraska farmers and ranchers recover faster after historic fires.

March 24, 2026Updated: March 24, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Senate passes Fischer bill to speed wildfire relief for Nebraska producers

Regional

Scottsbluff sweeps home cross country meet

Brenda Blanke Awarded Child Safety Support Association Member of the Year

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

WNCC Announces Changes to Lifelong Learning Department

State

Senate passes Fischer bill to speed wildfire relief for Nebraska producers

Regional

Scottsbluff sweeps home cross country meet

Brenda Blanke Awarded Child Safety Support Association Member of the Year

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

WNCC Announces Changes to Lifelong Learning Department

State

Records show money was available for Nebraska crossing upgrades years before fatal train crash

Woman sues Nebraska Legislature, state over sexual harassment allegations involving former Sen. Dan McKeon

Kearney boys, Lincoln Southwest girls win Heartland Athletic Conference cross country titles

Norfolk Fire Division urges safe battery charging during fire prevention week

New Hulu documentary takes a look at 2017 Sydney Loofe case

City of Madison taking over operations at Countryside Home

Sports

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Kearney boys, Lincoln Southwest girls win Heartland Athletic Conference cross country titles

Turnovers could be crucial in Huskers tilt with Hoosiers

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

Colandrea’s running ability a major spark to Husker offense

Doane rues frustrating missed chances in Homecoming defeat to Mount Marty

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

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