Governor · NE · Democratic candidate · 2026

Lynne Walz

Democratic candidate for governor of Nebraska

A former Fremont teacher and state senator running for governor on targeted tax relief, stronger schools and investment in rural businesses.

StateNebraska

OfficeGovernor

ElectionNov. 3, 2026

Policy priorities

Where Lynne stands.

Campaign position

Supports targeted tax cuts for working families while preserving essential services and a balanced budget

Campaign position

Would invest in rural broadband, agriculture and Main Street businesses to retain families and attract jobs

Campaign position

Would honor voter decisions on medical marijuana, paid sick leave, minimum wages and school vouchers

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Supports strong schools, community spaces and continued investment in police officers and firefighters

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Opposes government direction of personal healthcare decisions, family life and how parents raise children

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Would expand mental-health programs while supporting law enforcement and community safety

Record and background

Elected 2016 and 2020
Experience
Nebraska state senator
Represented the Fremont area in the Nebraska Legislature.
2022
Accomplishment
Maternal mental-health screening law
Introduced LB905, enacted to provide perinatal mental-health screenings.

Experience
Elementary school teacher
Taught fourth and fifth grades in Fremont public and Catholic schools.
Experience
Education Committee chair
Elected by colleagues to lead the legislative committee.

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