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Jim Pillen: “The taxpayers are clear on their expectation to reduce government spending, and as the largest operating program in the…”

On the recordAugust 11, 2026
The taxpayers are clear on their expectation to reduce government spending, and as the largest operating program in the General Fund budget, the university should be part of the solution.
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Jim Pillen
Republican · Nebraska

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Stating the need for the university to contribute to budget cuts.

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