Cannabis
Proposes a regulated state-run cannabis system, including Nebraska-grown medical cannabis.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Rick Beard
Candidate for Governor · Nebraska
Running mate: Keenya Barnes
THE PERSON
Background
Rick Beard of Omaha is a wine professional and private chef.
Roots
- Wine professional and private chef.
Education
- Graduate, Burke High School.
Background sources checked November 1, 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.
Technology
Calls for a data-center moratorium while impacts on water and infrastructure are assessed.
Source checked November 1, 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.