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U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer Seeks More Fiber in Nebraska’s Broadband Expansion Diet

Fischer says fiber should anchor the buildout as officials weigh how to use more than $300 million in unspent federal funds.

U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Neb. June 6, 2025. (Zach Wendling/Nebraska Examiner)LINCOLN — U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Neb., wants Nebraska to use more fiber in its broadband expansion plans, contradicting Gov. Jim Pillen’s claims that other internet technologies are sufficient. Fischer hosted a roundtable discussion this week alongside Olivia Trusty, a member of the Federal Communications Commission, and several local stakeholders, including four memb…

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