Public office

Governor of Nebraska

Jim Pillen holds this office now.

The statewide elected executive office of Nebraska.

Selection:
elected
Term structure:
4 years
Jurisdiction:
Nebraska

Current holder

Based on official term dates and the verification notes below.

Jim Pillen

2023-01-05 → verified through 2026-11-30

Selection: elected

About this office

Main duties
The governor must conduct the state's executive business, serves as commander in chief, reports the condition of the state to the Legislature, and may approve or veto legislation and appropriation items.
Term length
4 years
Term limit
Two consecutive terms
How the office is filled
Elected statewide
If the office is vacant
The lieutenant governor becomes governor for the remainder of the term.

Sources: Nebraska Constitution — executive provisions.

Officeholder history

Term dates and every limitation attached to them.

current

Jim Pillen

2023-01-05 → end not established

Re-check after the November 3, 2026 election; several governorships change hands in December and January.

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Sources

Show3 official sources, last checked Oct 29, 2026.

Final Statewide General Candidate List, November 3, 2026 General Election

Nebraska Secretary of State

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Supports: Nebraska 2026 general election U.S. Senate and Governor candidates, official candidate names, party labels

Recently reviewedReviewed Oct 29, 2026
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