Lynne Walz
Recent media appearances
None found as of Nov 9, 2026
Top articles
WOWTKansas Gov. Laura Kelly endorses Lynne Walz in Nebraska governor's raceOct 30, 2026
Nebraska Public MediaWhat to know about the 10 candidates hoping to be the next governor of NebraskaMar 22, 2026
Nebraska Public MediaFormer Democratic senator officially announces gubernatorial campaignJan 21, 2026
Overview
Lynne Walz is a former Nebraska state senator who represented the Fremont area in the Legislature from 2017 to 2025 and chaired its Education Committee. She grew up on a hog farm near Fremont and taught fourth and fifth grade in Fremont schools. nebraskapublicmedia.org lynnewalz.com
A registered Democrat, she launched her campaign for governor in Fremont on January 21, 2026, and ran against Republican Gov. Jim Pillen. Her running mate was Ben Steffen. nebraskapublicmedia.org lynnewalz.com
Platform
- Says she would honor voter-approved measures on medical marijuana, paid sick leave, the minimum wage and school vouchers.lynnewalz.com
- Proposes investing in rural broadband, agriculture and Main Street small businesses.lynnewalz.com
- Says she would look for ways to cut property and other taxes while keeping the budget balanced, with relief aimed at working families.lynnewalz.com
- Says she opposes a 5% across-the-board cut to the state budget.wowt.com