Taxes
Supports targeted tax reductions for working families while maintaining essential services and a balanced budget.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Lynne Walz
Candidate for Governor · Nebraska
Running mate: Ben Steffen
THE PERSON
Background
Lynne Walz is a former Nebraska legislator, teacher and real-estate professional. Her campaign biography describes earlier work supporting people with developmental disabilities, teaching fourth and fifth grade, and serving local school and business organizations.
Roots
- Service: Elected to the Nebraska Legislature in 2016 and reelected in 2020.
Education
- Midland Lutheran College · degree in education
Background sources checked October 27, 2026.
THE POLICIES
Where they stand
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Economy
Supports rural broadband, agriculture and Main Street business investment to retain jobs and young residents.
Source checked October 27, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Personal liberty
Opposes government control over personal and family decisions, including individuals' healthcare choices.
Source checked October 27, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
Governor · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 21, 2026.
Nebraska Secretary of State · Final statewide general candidate list ↗The candidate’s name and party follow the official ballot source. Backgrounds and issue positions are checked separately. A candidate is not an officeholder-elect unless a verified result establishes that status.