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Title: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 07, 2015, 01:27:43 PM

The NFOA Legislative Committee cordially invite you to our
 2015 NFOA Day at the Capitol and Luncheon.

On Thursday March 19, members of the NFOA will spend the day at the Nebraska Capitol discussing pertinent Legislative Bills with our respective Senators in the morning, educating ourselves on the unique Nebraska Unicameral legislative process, with the day ending with public hearings on bills of our interest.
Dress Code:  "Business Casual" but also come as yourself- we want to represent the diversity of our members.
A full itinerary follows:

• 8-9am.    Rod and Jeremy will be at the capital early to assist any member that would like to seek out and speak to their respective senator.  We highly recommend a face to face.  Session starts at 9, thus come early if you want to speak to your senator.]
• 9am         Meeting Room 1524. 
                  Educational Seminars
                  NFOA Directors will provide a Overview of the 2014-15 Session Bills of interest, our
                  Objectives and Priorities this session.
                  Guest Speakers: Senators and Legislative Aides will speak on Bills introduced and the unique
                   Nebraska Unicameral process.
• 11am        We will move to the Legislative Chambers Balcony during the day's session debate, and be
                        officially recognized by the Speaker.
• 12 noon    We have invited senators and their staff to have lunch with us.
                   Location: The Historic Ferguson House aka The Nebraska Environmental Trust Building
                                   (700 S. 16th St. - Directly SE of the Capital)
                   Catered by:  Phat Jacks BBQ - Big selection of BBQ goodness will be available.
                   Cost for lunch will be a $20 donation to the NFOA.
                   Please RSVP for lunch by emailing to jcady.nfoa@gmail.com 
• 1:30          Return to the Capital to the Judiciary Committee Hearing Room 1113 for public input on four
                   Firearms Related bills. 

We ask that you stay to support our Volunteer Lobbyists.  There will be a sign in sheet for you to place your name and your Support/ Opposition for a particular bill to be entered on record for committee consideration.  If you would like to testify- GREAT!  Please contact Rod or one of our other lobbyists to coordinate testimony, and reduce any redundancies. 
The committee also asks that members adhere to the code of conduct during the hearings.

Hope to see you there to show solidarity of our membership and show our lawmakers we are involved and are watching.

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Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 07, 2015, 02:35:21 PM

Please RSVP for lunch
And let us know if you will be attending for the day. We need a head count for handouts, supplies, etc.

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital Who's Going?
Post by: Mudinyeri on March 07, 2015, 03:32:08 PM

It's on my calendar unless I can't get away from work.

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital Who's Going?
Post by: RobertH on March 07, 2015, 03:32:35 PM

i cannot make it, but i will put it on tweeter.

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital Who's Going?
Post by: Dan W on March 07, 2015, 03:34:13 PM

I am in for the whole enchilada

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital Who's Going?
Post by: Wymore Wrangler on March 07, 2015, 04:48:53 PM

We will be there for the afternoon session...

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 08, 2015, 01:45:53 PM

Bump!

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: jFader on March 09, 2015, 09:50:04 AM

I will be ending my streak of consecutive days in a row worked at 30 to attend this!  Thank God! I need a day off.   

Now the only question is....."Who is coming with me?"

We had an ok turnout last year & this time around we are having a NFOA specific catered lunch directly across the street! 

This is likely the best opportunity available to you....to help represent our organization...to show Nebraska's elected official that we are a force to be reckoned with....& that we are paying attention!

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: Mudinyeri on March 09, 2015, 10:33:53 AM

Just discovered that I have two work conflicts on that day - can't re-schedule either so I won't be able to make it.  :(

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: jFader on March 09, 2015, 10:38:10 AM

Quote from: Mudinyeri on March 09, 2015, 10:33:53 AM

Just discovered that I have two work conflicts on that day - can't re-schedule either so I won't be able to make it.  :(

We were counting on you to distract Ernie while we get State Preemption passed Toby!  On to Plan B

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: Mudinyeri on March 09, 2015, 01:25:58 PM

Quote from: jFade on March 09, 2015, 10:38:10 AM

We were counting on you to distract Ernie while we get State Preemption passed Toby!  On to Plan B

I was looking forward to it.

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: Dan W on March 09, 2015, 01:36:50 PM

We need someone in a Mountain lion costume to attack and kill someone in a prairie rat costume..That might distract him for a while ;D

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: HuskerXDM on March 10, 2015, 08:12:17 AM

Quote from: Dan W on March 09, 2015, 01:36:50 PM

We need someone in a Mountain lion costume to attack and kill someone in a prairie rat costume..That might distract him for a while ;D

Dibs on the Mountain Lion costume...

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capital (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: greg58 on March 11, 2015, 08:36:00 AM

I plan to attend.

Greg58

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 11, 2015, 05:26:00 PM

OK, We delivered invites to the Capitol this afternoon and the luncheon RSVPs are rolling in from Senators and Legislative Staff.   Have you sent me yours yet?

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: jFader on March 11, 2015, 10:54:27 PM

Does the B.O.D. get $1 off of the lunch donation? 

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 11, 2015, 10:56:08 PM

Quote from: jFade on March 11, 2015, 10:54:27 PM

Does the B.O.D. get $1 off of the lunch donation? 

I've seen you eat- No!

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 12, 2015, 12:00:41 PM

Bumpety Bump.

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 13, 2015, 08:35:42 AM

Get your RSVP in folks.  Food Spots are filling fast.  Over a dozen senators, staff and special guests coming to eat with the members of the NFOA. This is your chance to sit down with YOUR lawmaker and chat over some great Award Winning BBQ.
jcady.nfoa@gmail.com
(Thus far I have more lawmakers coming to lunch than I do NFOA members.  ??? )

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: HuskerXDM on March 13, 2015, 07:37:56 PM

I'm in, Jeremy.  Food... good.  Talking with legislators... good. 

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: Dave1215 on March 13, 2015, 10:29:45 PM

90% sure I can make lunch. Will firm that up Monday.

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 14, 2015, 03:27:11 AM

Quote from: HuskerXDM on March 13, 2015, 07:37:56 PM

I'm in, Jeremy.  Food... good.  Talking with legislators... good.

Thanx HuskerXDM.  Class field trip? 8)

Sent from my C771 using Tapatalk 2

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: HuskerXDM on March 14, 2015, 10:30:27 PM

Quote from: NE Bull on March 14, 2015, 03:27:11 AM

Thanx HuskerXDM.  Class field trip? 8)

Sent from my C771 using Tapatalk 2

Lol maybe someday

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: Chris Z on March 15, 2015, 08:05:54 AM

I'm planning on being there

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 16, 2015, 11:29:44 AM

Thanx for taking the time, Chris.

Anyone else?  I'm making phone calls to Senators as we speak for lunches and speaking engagements in the morning session.  There is alot of momentum here, but we need YOU to help make this a success.   Rears in Seats are educated, involved citizens who VOTE! Your presence at these events speak volumes!

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: bullit on March 16, 2015, 12:16:40 PM

Quote from: Chris Z on March 15, 2015, 08:05:54 AM

I'm planning on being there

WOW ... this is big considering his US Tour schedule lately ... :P

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 16, 2015, 12:21:24 PM

Quote from: bullit on March 16, 2015, 12:16:40 PM

WOW ... this is big considering his US Tour schedule lately ... :P

It's almost like having a sorta  C-list at best, celebrity attending.  Maybe we should charge admission, huh?

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: Chris Z on March 16, 2015, 12:28:14 PM

Whatever.......   8)

Refresh my memory, what is the time schedule for the day?

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 16, 2015, 12:57:45 PM

Please see top of page/ thread.  I have repeated it so much today......

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: Chris Z on March 16, 2015, 01:04:10 PM

Quote from: NE Bull on March 16, 2015, 12:57:45 PM

Please see top of page/ thread.  I have repeated it so much today......

Thanks! Sorry, reading the forums on the phone is tough.....

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: bullit on March 16, 2015, 01:21:00 PM

Can I wear my NAGR shirt?  FarmerRick is I hear (oops ... spelled that wrong the first time)

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: RLMoeller on March 16, 2015, 01:34:13 PM

you admit to having one?

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 16, 2015, 05:16:53 PM

Quote from: bullit on March 16, 2015, 01:21:00 PM

Can I wear my NAGR shirt?  FarmerRick is I hear (oops ... spelled that wrong the first time)

You boys go right ahead, and I'll wear my steal toe Cowboy boots.  Just sayin.

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: Chris Z on March 16, 2015, 05:18:28 PM

I heard NAGR moved out of town already

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: FarmerRick on March 16, 2015, 05:35:34 PM

I am unable to attend 

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NENick on March 17, 2015, 11:33:54 AM

Would anyone like to carpool down with me? I've got 3 open seats.

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: huskersforever on March 17, 2015, 08:56:39 PM

Count me in for a full day!!

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: greg58 on March 18, 2015, 08:48:55 AM

Quote from: NENick on March 17, 2015, 11:33:54 AM

Would anyone like to carpool down with me? I've got 3 open seats.

What time were you planning to arrive at the Capitol?

Greg58

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NENick on March 18, 2015, 08:57:22 AM

Quote from: greg58 on March 18, 2015, 08:48:55 AM

What time were you planning to arrive at the Capitol?

Greg58

As early as need be. I just need to make sure that I get to Rod's store by 6 to have it open on time. I'll probably need to start the trip back to Omaha by 1630.

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: greg58 on March 18, 2015, 09:09:23 AM

I sent you 2 PMs

Greg58

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: Lmbass14 on March 18, 2015, 09:28:58 AM

I won't be able to make it.  Got cooties.

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 18, 2015, 09:58:36 AM

As parking can be a bit of a pain immediately around the Capitol, I do recommend carpooling if possible.
( I was going to offer to pick a few people up, but my little Taurus will most likely be packed with NFOA stuff. )
There are parking garages within walking distance. 

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: sh68137 on March 18, 2015, 07:11:21 PM

I am in for the full day, work changed.

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: NE Bull on March 19, 2015, 06:42:26 AM

Last minute info.
I will try and have someone posted at the Info desk in the center of the first floor to guide folks to our meeting room.  Just walk straight to the center from any of the four doors.

I'm looking forward to seeing everyone there.
(p.s.  Don't be mean to me today, I may or may not have been up all night prepping.  Good thing I'm a night worker at my 'real job' ) 

Title: Re: March 19 NFOA Day at the Capitol (Official Thread) Who's Going?
Post by: jFader on March 19, 2015, 07:41:05 AM

Quote from: sh68137 on March 18, 2015, 07:11:21 PM

I am in for the full day, work changed.

Very Nice!