Among top Nebraska officials, Gov. Jim Pillen is the only one pushing for a diesel export ban

Pillen seems to be pushing for a federal diesel export ban on his own, as members of the federal delegation oppose it or are hesitant.

By: Juan Salinas II

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: September 29, 2026

Words: 514

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

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LINCOLN — Gov. Jim Pillen seems to be pushing for a federal diesel export ban on his own in Nebraska, as members of the state’s federal delegation oppose it or are hesitant.

Pillen sent a letter to President Donald Trump last week asking him to impose a diesel fuel export ban. Pillen’s move comes on the heels of other Republicans who have called for an export ban, feeling pressure on …

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