Nebraska

The Cornhusker State is steeped in prairie history and offers some of the nation’s most unique hunting experiences. Nebraska is home to the Sandhills region, one of the largest remaining tracts of native grassland in the United States. Here, hunters can pursue game species such as pronghorn, mule deer, ring-necked pheasant, and sharp-tailed grouse in this wild landscape. Nebraska is also known for its excellent waterfowl hunting opportunities, particularly in the Platte River Valley. Every year, tens of thousands of ducks and geese migrate through the state, offering hunters a chance to test their wingshooting. For anglers, Nebraska’s many rivers and lakes provide a variety of fishing opportunities. The state’s numerous reservoirs are known for their bass, walleye, and catfish populations, while the North Platte River is a prime destination for trout fishing.

For more information on the elected officials protecting and promoting the sportsmen’s traditions in Nebraska, please contact: Jake Gould

Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus

Representative Don Bacon Senator Deb Fischer Representative Mike Flood Senator Pete Ricketts Representative Adrian Smith

Nebraska Governors Sportsmen's Caucus Member

Governor Jim Pillen

Nebraska Legislative Sportsmen’s Forum Leadership

Senator Jason Prokop Senator Jared Storm
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Nebraska Policy Briefs

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a progressive, fatal, degenerative neurological disease occurring in farmed and free-ranging deer, elk, caribou, and moose. The disease was first… Read more.

Federal Land Habitat Management

Properly managed wildlife habitat is essential for supporting sustainable and healthy wildlife populations. Well-managed lands containvarious successional stages that provide a diversity of habitats capable… Read more.

Nebraska Latest News

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March 2, 2026

Threat to the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation Introduced in Nebraska 

Why It Matters: In recent years, there has been an increase in legislation proposed to allow landowners to transfer or sell their limited landowner hunting permits. Allowing landowners to profit from access to public trust wildlife resources on the basis of landownership contradicts foundational conservation principles that have guided American fish and wildlife management policies. The Congressional Sportsmen’s…

November 24, 2025

Before the Freeze: Fall Offers Exceptional Opportunities for Great Plains Anglers

Why it Matters: While many, including many of us at the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, are spending their fall chasing pheasants, sitting in deer stands, or calling ducks in, there is still plenty of time to hit the open waters for fishing. With lakes in the upper part of the Great Plains region likely freezing soon,…

November 10, 2025

CWD Testing Encouraged as Deer Season Peaks Across the Great Plains

Why it Matters: With the deer hunting season in full swing across the country, state fish and wildlife agencies recommend hunters get their deer tested for Chronic Wasting Disease. Chronic Wasting Disease, or CWD, is a fatal, degenerative disease occurring in both farmed and free-ranging deer, elk, caribou, and moose. The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation encourages…

October 20, 2025

Great Plains Hunters Gear Up as Pheasant Season Takes Flight

Why it Matters: Across the Great Plains region, one of the most anticipated fall hunting seasons is opening soon. Pheasants stand as one of the most popular birds hunted in the Great Plains and offer opportunities for groups to get out and hunt together. However, the pheasant hunting season could have looked substantially different in…