# Nebraska Executive Order 26-24: Statewide Public Safety Communications Task Force [State law tracker](/state-laws/) Nebraska's governor created a Statewide Public Safety Communications Task Force to study the state's emergency radio and communications systems and recommend fixes. Led by the Nebraska Military Department, the task force brings together the State Patrol, Emergency Management Agency, Transportation Department, and other state and local agencies plus rural volunteer fire leadership. It must audit radio coverage dead zones, equipment compatibility and aging hardware, training gaps, and funding options, then deliver its fact-finding analysis and recommendations to the governor within 60 days. It took effect immediately. StateNebraska TypeExecutive order NumberEO 26-24 DatedOctober 15, 2026 Official source[Official text](https://governor.nebraska.gov/gov-pillen-signs-executive-order-establishing-statewide-public-safety-communications-task-force) ## Listen *Audio narration is being produced and will appear here soon.* ## Full text The complete text of EO 26-24 (Nebraska), reproduced from the official source. Government edicts are in the public domain. STATE OF NEBRASKA OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR LINCOLN EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 26-24 Enhancing Statewide Radio Systems for Public Safety WHEREAS, Nebraska recognizes the critical threat posed to Nebraskans' lives, the Nebraskan economy, and historic Nebraskan landmarks by wildfires, severe weather, and complex public safety emergencies; and WHEREAS, the destruction caused by natural disasters and critical incidents results in loss of life, severe economic damage, and ongoing disruption to the livelihoods of Nebraskans; and WHEREAS, reliable, secure, and resilient communications equipment, systems, and infrastructure are essential to effective, multi-agency emergency response and incident command across local, state, federal, and tribal jurisdictions; and WHEREAS, structural gaps in radio coverage, hardware end-of-life cycles, multi-vendor equipment interoperability, and operational training create barriers to a unified emergency response, particularly for rural volunteer fire departments and local first responders; and WHEREAS, conducting comprehensive fact-finding to identify technical, operational, and equipment gaps across Nebraska's public safety communications ecosystem requires a coordinated, whole-of-government initiative led by executive leadership; and NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jim Pillen, Governor of the State of Nebraska, pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Nebraska, do hereby order and establish the Statewide Public Safety Communications Task Force (hereinafter referred to as the "Task Force"), directed as follows: Section 1. Leadership and Composition The Nebraska Military Department shall be designated as the lead agency responsible for directing, organizing, and executing the overall charge, activities, and deliverables of the Task Force. The Task Force shall consist of representatives and subject matter experts from the Nebraska Military Department, Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Nebraska State Patrol (NSP), Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Nebraska State Fire Marshal, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD), Nebraska State Volunteer Firefighters Association (NSVFA) or a representative of rural volunteer fire leadership, League of Nebraska Municipalities, and Nebraska Association of County Officials (NACO). Representatives from other state, local, or public utility entities may also be included if deemed necessary by the Nebraska Military Department or the Governor. Section 2. Purpose and Responsibilities The Task Force is charged with conducting a comprehensive fact-finding study to evaluate the statewide public safety communications ecosystem as it relates to disaster response and identify operational, technical, and structural gaps. In fulfilling this charge, the Task Force shall assess existing infrastructure and coverage capabilities, evaluate equipment distribution and technical interoperability across local and state entities, and identify gaps in user training and operational readiness among emergency responders. Additionally, the Task Force shall examine potential state, federal, and local funding streams, as well as ongoing support models, to ensure long-term system sustainability. Throughout this study, the Task Force shall engage collaboratively with relevant state agencies, local political subdivisions, emergency response organizations, and key stakeholders to support a unified statewide response capability. Section 3. Reporting and Deliverables The Statewide Public Safety Communications Task Force shall submit a final report containing its fact-finding analysis, identified baseline gaps, and actionable recommendations to the Governor no later than sixty days from the signing of this Executive Order. This Executive Order shall take effect immediately. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto set my hand and cause the Seal of the State of Nebraska to be affixed on this 15th day of October, 2026. (Seal of the State of Nebraska) Jim Pillen, Governor State of Nebraska Attest: Robert Evnen, Secretary of State State of Nebraska ## More tracked laws and orders - [**New York A.1962-B: Francesco's Law (Safe Storage of Rifles, Shotguns, and Firearms)**New York - October 21, 2026](/state-laws/new-york-francescos-law-safe-storage/) - [**New York S.7236: Ammunition Background Check Denials for Prohibited Purchasers**New York - October 21, 2026](/state-laws/new-york-ammunition-background-checks/) - [**West Virginia Executive Order 2-26: Emergency Dyed-Diesel Fuel Relief**West Virginia - October 20, 2026](/state-laws/west-virginia-eo-2-26-dyed-diesel-emergency/) - [**Nebraska Executive Order 26-25: Emergency Relief Due to Motor Fuel Supply Shortages**Nebraska - October 19, 2026](/state-laws/nebraska-fuel-supply-emergency-relief/) - [**New York A.6790-A / S.6233-A: Volunteer Firefighter and Ambulance Worker Tax Credit**New York - October 17, 2026](/state-laws/new-york-volunteer-firefighter-tax-credit/) - [**Ohio Executive Order 2026-04D: Fairness for Ohio's NCAA Student-Athletes**Ohio - October 13, 2026](/state-laws/ohio-executive-order-2026-04d-ncaa-eligibility/) Browse the [full state law tracker](/state-laws/) or the [government reports library](/books/government-reports). ## Frequently asked questions ### What does Nebraska Executive Order 26-24: Statewide Public Safety Communications Task Force do? Nebraska's governor created a Statewide Public Safety Communications Task Force to study the state's emergency radio and communications systems and recommend fixes. Led by the Nebraska Military Department, the task force brings together the State Patrol, Emergency Management Agency, Transportation Department, and other state and local agencies plus rural volunteer fire leadership. It must audit radio coverage dead zones, equipment compatibility and aging hardware, training gaps, and funding options, then deliver its fact-finding analysis and recommendations to the governor within 60 days. It took effect immediately. The full text is reproduced below so you can read exactly what it says. ### When was EO 26-24 issued, and when does it take effect? It is dated October 15, 2026. Check the full text below for the exact effective-date language, since different sections can take effect on different dates. ### Where can I read the official text? The official source is linked on this page (https://governor.nebraska.gov/gov-pillen-signs-executive-order-establishing-statewide-public-safety-communications-task-force). The full text is also reproduced below for easy reading and searching. ### Is there an audio version? Not yet. Audio narration is being produced and will appear on this page soon.