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LINCOLN, NE — Scott Petersen, Republican nominee for Nebraska Secretary of State, today voiced his support for the Republican National Committee’s lawsuit challenging a Nebraska law that allows certain individuals who have never resided in Nebraska to vote in Nebraska elections. The lawsuit, filed by the Republican National Committee alongside Nebraska voters, argues that Nebraska law currently permits certain individuals who have never lived in Nebraska, and in some cases ha

Scott Petersen announced full support for the newly released Model Election Laws Handbook, calling it a major step toward restoring public confidence through transparent, verifiable, and accountable elections.

Former Nebraska State Senator Steve Halloran explains how Nebraska’s voter ID law evolved during the legislative process and argues that loopholes weakened the original intent approved by voters. He calls for restoring stronger election integrity protections and accountability.

Voting machines create Cast Vote Records—digital logs of how ballots are counted. A recent court ruling declared them public records. Nebraska still refuses to release them, raising serious questions about transparency and trust.

Kirk Penner argues that Nebraska’s Secretary of State should focus on election integrity, business services, and accountability at home instead of controversial overseas trade missions and questionable spending abroad.

Scott Petersen formally requested a state audit to review Nebraska’s compliance with federal election security laws, funding requirements, and system integrity controls.

Scott Petersen filed a public records request seeking documentation on Nebraska’s compliance with new federal election security mandates and HAVA funding requirements.

Nebraska’s election laws set the framework—but leadership determines how well they’re enforced. Scott Petersen explains what the Secretary of State can do today to strengthen election integrity, increase transparency, and restore voter confidence—without waiting on new legislation.

Scott Petersen is calling for the immediate release of Cast Vote Records and digital audit files in Nebraska’s Secretary of State race to ensure transparency, verification, and public confidence in election results.

Scott Petersen is calling for a full manual hand count of ballots in Nebraska’s Secretary of State race, emphasizing the need for transparency and verification beyond machine testing.

Scott Petersen responds to recent attacks, calling for accountability and urging Nebraskans to focus on election integrity, transparency, and local control.

Scott Petersen is calling for full financial transparency regarding Secretary of State Bob Evnen’s pre-primary “transparency tour,” asking whether taxpayers or campaign funds are covering the costs.

New concerns are emerging over transparency, outdated standards, and lack of oversight in Nebraska’s election systems. Nebraskans deserve verification—not blind trust.

Scott Petersen is raising concerns after campaign finance records revealed more than $46,000 in payments to a Maryland-based political consulting firm with ties to national election advocacy networks. The campaign is calling for transparency and questioning the role of out-of-state influence in Nebraska’s Secretary of State race.

With the May 12 primary approaching, Scott Petersen is warning Nebraskans to expect a familiar tactic from political insiders: a last-minute smear campaign driven by out-of-state consultants and donor influence instead of real answers.

Scott Petersen applauds Gov. Jim Pillen for closing a foreign funding loophole and calls for broader election integrity reforms, including transparency and secure voting systems.

Scott Petersen, candidate for Nebraska Secretary of State, argues that Nebraska’s voter ID law does not fully address election integrity and calls for broader reforms including voter roll accuracy and transparency.

Scott Petersen says the new Executive Order on election integrity reinforces what Nebraskans already know: elections must be transparent, verifiable, and accountable to the people.

Scott Petersen issued a statement following the Nebraska Supreme Court’s ruling on ballot access, emphasizing the need for precision, accountability, and adherence to the law in the Secretary of State’s office. Petersen said the decision highlights the importance of restoring confidence in Nebraska’s election system through disciplined, transparent leadership.

Scott Petersen has released a new campaign ad titled “Play It Right,” drawing a connection between integrity in sports and accountability in government. The ad highlights Petersen’s Nebraska business experience and his commitment to secure elections, efficient state services, and leadership that works for the people.