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Fischer Commends Nebraska Reservoirs Legislation at Senate Hearing
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At a hearing today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) pushed for her Swanson and Hugh Butler Reservoirs Conveyances Act, which would give Nebraskans more control over their communities by transferring reservoir land from the federal government to local counties. The hearing was held by the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee’s Water and Power Subcommittee. Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives Natural Resources Committee held a hearing on a companion bill introduced by U.S. Representative Adrian Smith (NE-03).
Senator Fischer and Representative Smith introduced this legislation at the request of Swanson and Red Willow residents and Hitchcock and Frontier County commissioners. If passed, the legislation will transfer the Bureau of Reclamation (BoR) Swanson Reservoir land to Hitchcock County and the BoR Red Willow Reservoir land to Frontier County. The Swanson and Hugh Butler Reservoir Conveyances Act is cosponsored by Senator Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.).
“Swanson and Red Willow residents want to enjoy local reservoirs and preserve local small businesses. But to keep doing that, they need control over their communities and the land around them. My bill will do that by transferring land from the federal government to Hitchcock and Frontier Counties. I look forward to working with my colleagues in the Senate and the House to pass this legislation,” said Senator Fischer.
“This bill is very important to residents of the Swanson and Red Willow reservoirs. Our delegation has acted quickly to find a solution that worked for the community, protected homes, and supported local businesses. This week’s hearings bring us one step closer to passage of this legislation in both the House and Senate,” said Senator Ricketts.
“This week’s hearings are a significant step forward after years of hard work by community members, Hitchcock and Frontier County leaders, and our delegation to find a solution for the reservoir communities. I am pleased to see this progress made to ensure the communities are not harmed by arbitrary bureaucratic decisions and local economies can thrive. I appreciate Sen. Fischer’s work to advance companion legislation in the Senate, and I will continue fighting for appropriate local control as the legislative process continues,” said Rep. Smith.
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Following is a transcript of Senator Fischer’s remarks as prepared for delivery:
Chairman Wyden, Ranking Member Risch:
Thank you for holding this hearing and including my legislation, S. 4347, the Swanson and Hugh Butler Reservoirs Land Conveyances Act on the agenda.
I’ve working alongside Hitchcock and Frontier County Commissioners, the concessionaires, impacted community members, and the Bureau of Reclamation on this legislation to allow 77.2 acres of land around the Swanson and Hugh Butler Reservoirs to be conveyed at fair market value to the counties.
Transferring this land to the local counties will chart a better path for the local community and the federal government.
This will allow community members to continue to enjoy the reservoirs and preserve numerous small businesses that operate in the area.
I’ve heard from over 1,000 constituents since I’ve introduced the legislation along with receiving numerous letters of support from local communities and businesses.
Action on this legislation is urgent, as the Bureau of Reclamation’s extended concession contracts expire in February of 2025 and some community members face being displaced due to the Bureau of Reclamation’s plan to end private exclusive use at the reservoirs.
Hitchcock and Frontier Counties are committed to ensuring continued public access to the reservoirs and providing effective management that is responsive to the local communities.
A number of the county commissioners, community members, and concessionaires traveled from Nebraska to be here today, a testament to the importance of getting this legislation signed into law and their commitment to providing effective management for the land.
I am also glad the entire Nebraska congressional delegation as well as members of Congress from Kansas, have joined me on this legislation and that just yesterday the House Natural Resources Committee also held a hearing on companion legislation.
I strongly support the full committee taking up and passing S. 4347, the Swanson and Hugh Butler Reservoir Conveyances Act, swiftly, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to get this legislation signed into law this year.
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Colorado’s Travis Hunter Praises Nebraska’s Fans After Playing in Memorial Stadium
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Travis Hunter and Colorado did not have an easy time in Lincoln last Saturday night.
The Huskers dominated the Buffaloes 28-10, with the score looking closer than the game actually was. Nebraska jumped all over Colorado and it was clear from the start of the game that it would be very difficult for the Buffaloes to be competitive in an environment like Memorial Stadium.
A couple of days after the game, Hunter said on “The Travis Hunter Show” that he came away from the game impressed with the atmosphere created by Nebraska’s fanbase. It is easy to tell from his comments, that the crowd had an affect on the outcome of the game.
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The clip starts out with Hunter giving credit to Nebraska for the way it started the game. The Huskers did not waste any time in jumping out to a quick lead, one they would hold on to for the rest of the game.
“They came out fast,” Hunter said. “They hit us in the mouth and we had no response. That is pretty much what happened. Nebraska is a good team, they beat us fair and square. We just got to come out and do better. We have to play Colorado football and that is not Colorado football.”
Hunter then shifted his focus onto the game day atmosphere at Nebraska. He described how their fans never let his teammates off the hook with their constant noise. He was also complimentary of some of the entertainment aspects of Memorial Stadium’s presentation.
It sounds like one of the best college football players in the country was impressed by Nebraska’s home game intimidation factor.
“That environment was top 10,” Hunter said. “That light show in the fourth quarter, that was cool too. I ain’t even gonna lie that was a good little show, boy. Their fans were loud on third down, when you break the huddle and when you get in the huddle. I can’t even think to myself how loud it was. Yeah, shoutout to Nebraska.”
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Gallery: Nebraska Volleyball Wins Five-Set Thriller Against Creighton
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Shedeur Sanders reacts to Nebraska listening to ‘Perfect Timing’ after game
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When the clock hit zeroes on a rivalry win over Colorado, the celebration began for Nebraska. The vibes were high in the Cornhuskers as music played, including “Perfect Timing” – recorded by Shedeur Sanders.
It was quite the victory lap for Nebraska after a 28-10 victory at Memorial Stadium. To Sanders, the Cornhuskers had the right to do so.
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Since Nebraska won, Sanders said the Huskers could celebrate however they saw fit. It’s the nature of sports, which is why he didn’t think much of Colorado’s rival using his song in the locker room.
“I feel like they’re doing what they’re supposed to do. … Let them talk,” Sanders said on his 2Legendary podcast. “They’re supposed to. You’re winning. They’re winning, they’re supposed to be able to do that.
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“There’s no reason to even get mad over that type of stuff. They basically are able to do that because of the position that they’re in. They’re winning the game, so let them do that. There’s nothing wrong with that because if the roles were flipped … you’ve got to be able to give and take. Whatever you give out, you’ve got to take that, too. That don’t really do anything. They just did what they were supposed to do.”
Sanders had a rough night in that loss to Nebraska. He completed 23 of 38 passes for 244 yards and a touchdown, but threw a costly pick-six. He also was sacked five times before Ryan Staub took over at quarterback.
But when it comes to the idea of “sore losers,” as his co-host Darius Sanders asked, Shedeur said that’s out of his control. While he said he “understands” how that could come up, he encouraged people to read thoroughly before making their decisions.
“We can’t change the media. We can’t change what’s right, what’s wrong, what they want to say – we can’t change that. I just advise for fans and for anybody to not read the caption. Listen to the words and really understand … because every headline that came out, I could understand it.
“I could understand why a lot of people would feel that way. But look at it from a fresh set of eyes, though.”
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