PETERSEN'S PLAN FOR NEBRASKA
RESTORE CONFIDENCE ★ SECURE ELECTIONS ★ DEFEND NEBRASKA
The Secretary of State’s office is not a political platform. It is a responsibility to safeguard elections, protect records, serve businesses, and uphold the Constitution.
Scott Petersen is running to restore trust, modernize operations, and ensure Nebraska government works for the people, not the system.
“The Secretary of State’s office is not a political trophy. It’s a responsibility to safeguard elections, protect records, and serve the people of Nebraska.”
— Scott Petersen
A NEBRASKA FIRST AGENDA
Built for the People, Not the System
🔒 Restore Confidence in Our Elections
Transparent. Verifiable. Accountable.
Confidence in elections must be built through process not promises.
Scott will:
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Ensure transparent, auditable election systems where every legal vote counts and only legal votes count
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Strengthen chain-of-custody protections for ballots from start to finish
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Expand post-election audits and public reporting
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Support meaningful voter ID with citizenship verification
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Ensure those who count votes are well-trained, supported, and operating in full public view
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Establish clear protections for poll challengers and observers to guarantee transparency at every stage
Nebraska elections should be simple, secure, and beyond question.
📜 Defend the Constitution
& Nebraska Sovereignty
Follow the law. Respect the limits. Protect the state.
Scott believes the Secretary of State must operate with discipline and respect for constitutional authority.
He will:
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Uphold the Constitution as the highest law without exception
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Respect the separation of powers and statutory authority
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Coordinate responsibly with the Governor and Legislature
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Reject federal overreach and outside influence over Nebraska systems
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Ensure all actions of the office align with Nebraska law and legislative intent
Public trust is built when leaders follow the law, not stretch it.
🔎Radical Transparency
& Public Accountability
Government works for the
people not behind closed doors
Scott will:
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Increase public access to election data, records, and processes
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Create clear, user-friendly online dashboards for public information
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Publish policies and procedures in plain language
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Ensure strict separation between public duties and outside activities
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Guarantee taxpayer dollars are used responsibly and transparently
Transparency is not optional. It is the foundation of trust.
🌎 Promote Nebraska
& Support Economic Growth
Showcase Nebraska values. Expand opportunity.
Scott will:
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Promote Nebraska agriculture, business, and innovation globally
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Support responsible trade and economic partnerships
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Ensure efforts align with Nebraska priorities and leadership
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Focus on outcomes that benefit Nebraska workers, families, and communities
Economic leadership should be coordinated, strategic, and accountable.
🗳️ Clean, Accurate & Nebraska
Controlled Voter Rolls
No duplicates. No confusion. No shortcuts.
Scott will modernize and clean up Nebraska’s voter registration system by:
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Conducting regular audits to remove deceased, duplicate, and outdated registrations
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Strengthening verification processes to ensure only eligible Nebraska voters are registered
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Improving data-sharing where appropriate to prevent multi-state registration issues
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Ensuring Nebraska’s voter systems are governed by Nebraska — not outsourced, opaque systems
Accurate voter rolls are the foundation of election integrity.
💼 Modernize Business & State Services
Make Nebraska the most
business-friendly state in the Midwest
Nebraska’s systems should be efficient, modern, and easy to use.
Scott will:
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Fully modernize business filings, UCC systems, and records access
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Replace outdated, manual processes with streamlined digital solutions
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Improve turnaround times and eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy
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Upgrade the campaign finance system to be transparent, searchable, and user-friendly
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Expand online services so more can be done quickly and remotely
Government should help businesses grow — not slow them down.
🧾 Audit, Accountability & a
DOGE Approach to Government
Run government like a business:
efficient, disciplined, accountable
Scott will bring a DOGE-style mindset to the Secretary of State’s office:
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Conduct a full top-to-bottom audit of the entire office
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Identify waste, inefficiencies, and outdated systems
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Eliminate unnecessary spending and duplication
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Implement performance standards and measurable outcomes
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Save taxpayer dollars and ensure every dollar is spent with purpose and accountability
This office should operate with the same discipline Nebraska families and businesses live by every day.
🧠 Civic Education & Citizen Engagement
An informed citizenry is the
foundation of a strong republic
Scott will:
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Support civic education and constitutional literacy initiatives
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Encourage citizen involvement in elections and government
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Promote understanding of rights, responsibilities, and the rule of law
Government works best when the people are engaged, informed, and empowered.
Nebraska doesn’t need louder politics.
It needs disciplined, accountable leadership.
The Bottom Line
Scott Petersen is running to restore confidence, ensure accountability, and
bring disciplined, Nebraska First leadership to the Secretary of State’s office.
This is about more than one issue.
It’s about restoring confidence that your Secretary of State is working hard for the people of Nebraska.