Fort Report: 71 Years of the Nebraska Breakfast

Amidst the partisanship and discord that too often mark the culture of Washington, a uniquely Nebraskan tradition endures on Capitol Hill. For more than seven decades, Nebraska’s congressional delegation has been doing something almost unheard of in Washington – coming together weekly to meet with visiting constituents and provide important policy updates.  

The Nebraska Breakfast began in 1943 when Senator Hugh Butler began meeting informally with the other members of the Congressional delegation and their guests. A great idea became a lasting tradition. This year marks the 71st year of Nebraskans gathering in Washington for breakfast and conversation. The Nebraska Breakfast takes place each Wednesday in which both the House of Representatives and Senate are in session. All Nebraskans are invited to attend. The delegation members each give a brief update on current issues and introduce their guests from Nebraska. We also try to have a little fun while tackling some of the tough issues facing our country.

Meeting with Nebraskans after a 2013 Nebraska Breakfast

When visiting our nation's capital, I strongly encourage you to make the event a part of your itinerary. The Nebraska Breakfast begins at 8:00 am eastern time and is held at the Senate Buffet in the Dirksen Senate Office Building, First Street and Constitution Avenue NE, Washington, D.C. For more information and to attend, please contact my Washington, D.C. office at (202) 225-4806.

This year’s first Nebraska Breakfast will be held next week on Wednesday, February 12. The other 2014 breakfasts are scheduled for February 26; March 5, 12, and 26; April 2, 9, and 30; May 7 and 21; June 11, 18, and 25; July 9, 16, 23, and 30; and September 10 and 17.

I hope you can join us!