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Nebraska Eases Fuel-Hauling Limits Amid Shortages
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed an executive order to ease fuel shortages amid peak harvest demand and supply disruptions, extending relaxed driving-hour rules for fuel haulers and allowing loads up to 10% over weight limits. The order is effective through Nov. 18.
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About Jim Pillen
James Douglas Pillen is an American politician, veterinarian, and livestock producer serving as the 41st and current governor of Nebraska since 2023. A member of the Republican Party, Pillen served on the University of Nebraska Board of Regents from 2013 to 2023.
Everything about Jim Pillen →- Occupation
- politician, businessperson, American football player
- Position held
- Governor of Nebraska
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- December 31, 1955