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LR 50

Congratulate Kenneth E. Stinson as a recipient of the distinguished NEBRASKAlander Award

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by John Arch

Ceremonial LR 50 congratulates Kenneth E. Stinson as a NEBRASKAlander Award recipient, recognizing his leadership and statewide public-spirited contributions; no fiscal impact.

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Bill Summary · LR 50

Summary of Nebraska Legislative Resolution LR 50

LR 50 is a ceremonial legislative resolution recognizing Kenneth E. Stinson for his distinguished career and service, and congratulating him as a recipient of the NEBRASKAlander Award.

Quick Facts

  • Bill Number: LR 50
  • Title: Congratulate Kenneth E. Stinson as a recipient of the distinguished NEBRASKAlander Award
  • Type: Legislative Resolution
  • Sponsor: Arch (primary)
  • Introduced: February 24, 2025
  • Status: Adopted
  • Key dates:
    • Laid over: February 24, 2025
    • Adopted: February 25, 2025
    • President/Speaker signed: February 25, 2025
  • Event referenced: NEBRASKAland Foundation to present the NEBRASKAlander Award on March 1, 2025, at Statehood Day Dinner in the Nebraska State Capitol

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution formally congratulates Kenneth E. Stinson on being selected as a recipient of the NEBRASKAlander Award, a distinction recognizing Nebraskans who have demonstrated innovation in business, outstanding public service, voluntary statewide leadership, or philanthropic contributions benefiting Nebraskans.
  • It acknowledges Stinson’s leadership and contributions to the state and expresses appreciation for his service to Nebraska.

Key Provisions

  • Section 1: The Legislature congratulates Kenneth E. Stinson as a recipient of the NEBRASKAlander Award and extends appreciation for his service to Nebraska.
  • Section 2: A copy of the resolution shall be sent to Kenneth E. Stinson.

Background on Kenneth E. Stinson (as described in the resolution)

  • Professional leadership: Chairman Emeritus of Peter Kiewit Sons' Inc., a large, employee-owned construction and engineering company with substantial U.S., Canada, and Mexico operations and $16 billion in 2024 revenue.
  • Education and military service: 1964 civil engineering degree from the University of Notre Dame; two-and-a-half tours in Vietnam as an officer in the U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps; master’s in civil engineering from Stanford University (1970).
  • Kiewit career: Joined Kiewit in 1969; progressed from field engineer to leadership roles, including President and CEO of Kiewit’s construction and mining division (1992), and Chairman, President, and CEO of the parent company (1998); retired as CEO in 2005 and as chairman in 2013; moved to Omaha in 1982 to expand private client business development.
  • Civic and community projects: Led efforts on transforming Aksarben race track into Aksarben Village; involvement in the CHI Arena and Convention Center, Lasting Hope Mental Health Recovery Center, RiverFront Park, and Children's Nebraska mental health initiative.
  • Honors and affiliations: Trustee emeritus of the University of Notre Dame; civic leader emeritus for the U.S. Air Force Civic Leaders Program; member of the National Academy of Engineering and the National Academy of Construction; former chairman of the Construction Industry Round Table.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • This is a non-binding, ceremonial resolution recognizing an individual’s achievements.
  • Adopted and signed by the presiding officers on February 25, 2025, following introduction on February 24, 2025.
  • The resolution directs that a copy be transmitted to Kenneth E. Stinson.

Impact

  • No fiscal or regulatory changes; the bill is symbolic, aimed at honoring a prominent Nebraskan and highlighting statewide impact of his public-spirited leadership.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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