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Nicole Fox
Nicole B. Fox is a former Republican member of the Nebraska State Senate, representing District 7 from 2015 to 2017.[1] She was first appointed to the chamber on August 18, 2015, to replace Jeremy Nordquist (D), who resigned to become chief of staff for U.S. Rep. Brad Ashford (D).[2]
Biography
Fox earned her B.S. in food and nutrition dietetics from Iowa State University. Her professional experience includes working as a nutrition therapist at Nebraska Medicine and as an adjunct instructor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.[3]
Sponsored legislation
Campaign themes
2016
Fox's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[4]
Fighting To Reduce The Tax Burden On Nebraska Families
- Excerpt: "Senator Fox understands that high taxes hurt Nebraska families -- making it harder to make ends meet. She will work to enact smarter, more efficient policies to reduce the taxes we pay so we can keep more of our hard earned money."
Finding Innovative Ways To Expand Access To Healthcare
- Excerpt: "Senator Fox is a nationally recognized healthcare advocate. She understands that sometimes government gets in between healthcare providers and the people they need to help. She will use her experience and national connections to find ways to increase and improve access to healthcare."
Increasing Educational Opportunities
- Excerpt: "Education is the key to success. Senator Fox will work to increase educational opportunities so that our children will have all of the tools they will need to succeed now and in the future. She is a strong supporter of creating greater vocational education and jobs training for students who do not pursue a college education."
Creating Quality Well-Paying Jobs
- Excerpt: "Senator Fox will work for appropriate economic incentives and policies that will attract new well-paying jobs and keep our existing jobs in District 7 and Nebraska."
Keeping Our Families Safe
- Excerpt: "There is no responsibility greater than assuring our families are safe. Senator Fox will fight to end the good-time early release of dangerous criminals and violent repeat offenders. She will work to make sure our first responders have all of the tools necessary to protect our families and property."
Elections
2016
- See also: Nebraska State Senate elections, 2016
Elections for the Nebraska State Senate were held in 2016. The primary election took place on May 10, 2016. The general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was February 16, 2016, for incumbents. Challengers were required to file by March 1, 2016.[5]
Tony Vargas defeated John Synowiecki in the Nebraska State Senate District 7 general election.[6][7]
| Nebraska State Senate, District 7 General Election, 2016 | ||
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| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 Tony Vargas |
61.75% | 5,244 |
| John Synowiecki | 38.25% | 3,248 |
| Total Votes | 8,492 | |
| Source: Nebraska Secretary of State | ||
Tony Vargas and John Synowiecki defeated incumbent Nicole Fox in the Nebraska State Senate District 7 primary.[8][9]
| Nebraska State Senate, District 7 Primary, 2016 | ||
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| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
| Tony Vargas |
45.35% | 1,220 |
| John Synowiecki |
27.70% | 745 |
| Nicole Fox Incumbent | 26.95% | 725 |
| Total Votes | 2,690 | |
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2020
In 2020, the Nebraska State Legislature was in session from January 8 to August 13.
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2019
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In 2019, the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature was in its 107th Legislature, 1st session from January 9 through May 31.
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2018
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In 2018, the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature was in its 106th Legislature, 2nd session from January 3 to April 18.
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2017
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In 2017, the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature was in its 105th Legislature, 1st session from January 4 to May 23.
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2016
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In 2016, the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature was in its 104th Legislature, 2nd session from January 6 to April 20.
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2015
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In 2015, the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature was in its 104th Legislature, 1st session from January 7 to May 29.
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Recent news
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See also
External links
- Profile from the Nebraska Legislature
- Official campaign website
- Profile from Open States
- Nicole Fox on Facebook
Footnotes
- ↑ Note: Although the Nebraska State Senate elects its members in nonpartisan elections, members of the chamber generally function along party lines when it comes to voting and caucusing. Please see Nebraska State Senate partisan affiliation for more information.
- ↑ Omaha.com, "Nutrition specialist to finish Jeremy Nordquist's term in South Omaha legislative district," accessed August 18, 2015
- ↑ Nebraska Legislature, "Sen. Nicole Fox," accessed August 24, 2015
- ↑ foxforlegislature.com, "Issues," accessed April 19, 2016
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Official Election Calendar," accessed December 7, 2015
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Statewide Candidate List for general election," accessed August 19, 2016
- ↑ Nebraska Secetary of State, "General election results, 2016," accessed December 21, 2016
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Statewide Candidate List," accessed May 16, 2016
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Primary Election May 10, 2016," accessed October 14, 2016
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| Preceded by Jeremy Nordquist (D) |
Nebraska State Senate District 7 August 18, 2015-2017 |
Succeeded by Tony Vargas |
