Former Nebraska senator from Grand Island to run again in 2024
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. -- A former Nebraska Senator from Grand Island is announcing he is seeking election in 2024.
Dan Quick announced Tuesday that he is seeking election in 2024 to Nebraska’s 35th Legislative District, which encompasses Grand Island.
"I'm announcing my candidacy for state legislature because for me it’s about caring for the people you serve and introducing policy that will improve their lives," Quick said. “The last session of the legislature was difficult to watch and even more difficult to understand, especially with what could have been accomplished. We need to focus on policy that will benefit Nebraskans with issues they face each and every day. I will work to improve the economic wellbeing of our residents - supporting small businesses and bringing back manufacturing jobs to the area, lowering the cost of healthcare, and shielding Nebraskans from the impact of out-of-control property taxes and valuations.”
Quick was originally elected to the District 35 seat in 2016, narrowly defeating Gregg Neuhaus. He lost his seat to current Sen. Ray Aguilar by about seven points despite beating Aguilar in the 2020 primary by about 25 points.
Quick currently serves on the Central Community College Board of Governors, a position he would have to step down from if elected.
At the moment, the office of Sen. Ray Aguilar hasn’t commented on whether he is planning to run in 2024.
The official campaign kickoff will be held on Sept. 7, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 pm at the Chocolate Bar in Grand Island.