Jan 31, 2012
Today, Nebraska’s congressional delegation announced this year’s schedule for the Nebraska Breakfast, the gathering held each Wednesday Congress is in session for Nebraskans to meet with members of the delegation.
“We’re pleased to kick off another year of this great tradition and look forward to the give-and-take these breakfasts offer,” said Senators Ben Nelson and Mike Johanns, and Reps. Lee Terry, Jeff Fortenberry and Adrian Smith. “Nebraskans have a chance to introduce themselves, tell us why they are in Washington, and what issues are of particular concern to them. All five members of the delegation are able to respond to their issues, tell them what we’re working on that particular week and offer some insight as to what they might expect.”
The 2012 Nebraska Breakfasts, with Nelson serving as host, will be held on:
February: 1, 8, 15, 29
March: 7, 21, 28
April: 18, 25
May: 9, 16
June: 6, 20, 27
July: 11, 18, 25
August: 1
September: 12
The Nebraska Breakfast originated in 1943. It was the idea of U.S. Senator Hugh Butler, who wanted to meet informally each week to discuss legislation with other members of the Nebraska Congressional delegation. They began inviting guests to the weekly gatherings, and soon a tradition was born.
The Nebraska Breakfast, now in its sixth decade, is the oldest and only ongoing state gathering for constituents on Capitol Hill. Every Wednesday when the House and Senate are both in session, Nebraskans can meet and visit with their delegation.
The breakfast is usually held in the Dirksen Senate Buffet on the "B" level of the Dirksen Senate Office Building at 8:00 a.m.
Nebraskans can make a reservation to attend by contacting any of the delegation member’s offices, or by visiting their websites:
Senator Nelson: 202-224-6551; Bennelson.senate.gov
Senator Johanns: 202-224-4224; Johanns.senate.gov
Rep. Terry: 202-225-4155; Leeterry.house.gov
Rep. Fortenberry 202-225-4806; Fortenberry.house.gov
Rep. Smith: 202-225-6435;Adriansmith.house.gov
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