Door-knocking beast mode: activated! 💪 Had a great day connecting with LD20 neighbors about the issues that matter most to them and their priorities for the year ahead. Perfect weather and beautiful gardens made it even better!

I'm running for re-election to make sure every voice is heard, every community has opportunity and every challenge is met with solutions. Together, we can deliver real results for #NebraskaFamilies. Thank you @OWHNews for this story! omaha.com/news/state-r...

L’Shana Tova! To all celebrating #RoshHashanah: May you have a sweet and joyful year ahead! 🍎🍯

Today’s news is terrible. Gun violence knows no ideology, and it's a national crisis. We must all have the courage to condemn it clearly and act decisively.

The beehive is buzzing! 🐝 Yesterday we harvested honey from Jeff’s hive. That Nebraska honey hits different 🍯😎

Happy Labor Day! Grateful for the years and years of hard work that have gone into the benefits we enjoy today - safe workplaces, paid time off, minimum wage - the list goes on. Thank a union today!

ICE camps are not welcome in Nebraska. Information is limited right now, but we are not giving up on demanding answers and protecting our immigrant neighbors. Swipe to see what you can do to help oppose an ICE center in Nebraska.

This community had to shut down a hospital just a few months ago due to funding cuts. Stripping healthcare. Building cages. This should concern every single Nebraskan, and spark a reckoning. Is this who we want to be? Have we seen enough? nebraskaexaminer.com/2025/08/19/i...

Just had a great meeting with Mayor Ewing! We talked about economic development, the future of our city, and how proud we are to call Omaha home. Excited for what’s ahead! 🌆💼 #Omaha

Nebraska’s ABA rates attracted countless skilled providers and built one of the strongest ABA service environments in the nation. It’s a shame that our state leaders don’t see the value in supporting this critical workforce. Kids in Nebraska will lose care because of this decision.

Happy Independence Day! Today I’m reflecting on American values: freedom, equality, compassion, and opportunity - and the courage to stand up for them when they are under threat. 🇺🇸

Like many of you, I have been monitoring what has been happening nationally and the impact this has on Nebraskans. I was proud to join a bipartisan group of colleagues this past week to encourage our federal delegation to ensure Nebraskans are not left behind.

Truly devastating. Americans need to get clear eyed about what we are facing in our country. Enough is enough. My heart is with everyone in Minnesota.

Had an awesome time speaking with the Unicameral Youth Legislature! 🎉 Thanks to the Clerk’s office for this program that lets high schoolers experience being a state senator. Bonus: I got to preside over their Select File debate!

Today I toured the Harriman Dispatch Center at @UPRR — a 24/7/365 operation keeping all trains, workers, and cargo moving safe throughout the country. This incredible operation is right in downtown Omaha - inside a concrete and steel reinforced bunker! 🚂 Bonus: my guide was a high school friend!

That’s a wrap on the first session of the 109th Legislature! Swipe to see the details on everything we passed this year ➞ I’m so proud of what we’ve accomplished this year in the pursuit of a better life for all Nebraskans. Here’s to a productive interim, and to a restorative summer ☀️ #NELeg

That’s a wrap - the first session of the 109th #NELeg has adjourned sine die! Thank you to all the LD20 residents who have reached out throughout the session - please continue to do so over the interim! [email protected] Stay tuned for session wrap up.

Proud. All day, every day, 24/7. Happy Pride Month, Nebraska! 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

Had a VERY important coworker at the Capitol today 🐶🤩

Late yesterday, LB 89 passed the final round of floor debate. We’ve all seen this tired playbook before: using one community as a political pawn to distract from lawmakers’ failure to solve actual issues facing our State.

Today the #NELeg failed to override Gov Pillen’s veto of LB319 – a bill to end the lifetime SNAP ban for people with drug felony convictions. I’m particularly disappointed in the 6 colleagues who flipped, abandoning the Legislature’s independence and what’s best for Nebraskans.

Omaha: today is Election Day! 🗳️ If you have not yet voted, make sure you get to the polls today, and don’t forget your ID!

❌ Mental health courts ❌ Veterans’ courts ❌ Transitional housing ❌ Juvenile services These and more will be eliminated if the #NELeg passes the current draft of our state budget.

“Pro-women” and “pro-family” are phrases used often by my colleagues in the Legislature. But the thing is, many of them are more interested in lip service than ACTUALLY passing bills that protect kids from predators like LB12. Instead, their trans youth obsession continues…

👏👏 Good news! LB3 has failed a cloture vote and Nebraska will keep our split electoral vote structure. I’m grateful to my colleagues who saw that our unique system benefits all three congressional districts and makes us a leader for the nation #NELeg

🗳️Today is Primary Election Day in Omaha! Polls are open 8am-8pm. If you haven’t already, make sure to get out and vote! More info ⬇️ www.votedouglascounty-ne.gov

Happy full day floor debate to all who observe 😇 #NELeg

This year’s #NELeg platform is not living up to Nebraska standards. We’re seeing bills to set a subminimum wage, exclude workers from earning paid sick leave, and cut social services. (1/2)

If we establish Paid Sick Leave across the board, we’ll expand employment choice for Nebraskans who want to work for a small business. I’m urging my colleagues to follow the will of the People and vote NO on AM770 to LB415. #NELeg

Imagine basing an entire identity off of “merit” - and then hiring this group. Couldn’t be me. www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...

🚨 Omaha! Our city’s primary election is just around the corner on April 1st! 🚨 Jeff and I were proud to cast our ballots today. Whether you’re voting early, by mail, in person, or on Election Day, make sure your voice is heard! 🗳️

Thrilled to be part of the groundbreaking ceremony for One World’s newest facility! This space will provide essential services, including behavioral health support, workforce training, and a childcare center. So grateful for organizations like this leading the way in Omaha 💪

Priority alert‼️ Today in the #NEleg, I chose LB380 as my personal priority bill. This bill is part of my broader legislative effort to reform Medicaid audits of behavioral health providers (1/2)

Here's the thing: There is a lot of attention (and fear) surrounding the changes in Washington. Regardless of what happens in DC, I'm waking up every day to serve the interests of my fellow Nebraskans. I encourage my colleagues to do the same.

Happy Birthday, Nebraska! 158 looks good on you 🥳

Unicameral Valentines from Senator Dungan 😍💌

Black History Month is an opportunity for all of us to reflect on the contributions of Black Nebraskans to our incredible state, including our most recent Hall of Fame inductee, Malcolm X. I hope you’ll join me this month in celebrating and continued learning #BlackHistoryMonth

Concerning the pause on federal grants: I have reached out to NE DHHS to get clarity on what programs are affected. While we are still demanding answers on what services have or will be impacted, we will continue to fight to ensure Nebraskans can weather this storm. #NELeg

Today, I introduced two bills to reform Medicaid audits for behavioral health providers. I’ve been hearing from providers who are facing extreme clawbacks and unjust audit practices, affecting both their patients and their livelihood. (1/2)

It’s been a busy few days in the #NEleg! Committee placements are in, and I’m excited to serve Nebraskans! ✅Transportation & Telecommunications ✅Vice Chair of Health & Human Services ✅Executive Board Stay tuned for updates on bill introduction 📄

The #NEleg is officially back in session! The District 20 office is excited to be back in Lincoln doing the People’s work 🥳 Stay tuned for session updates!

It’s really hard to imagine the Capitol rotunda without Walt Radcliffe. He was truly an #NELeg icon and will be greatly missed. Rest easy Walt! nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/12/26/w...

From our family to yours, we wish you the very best this holiday season! Whether you're celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or simply enjoying the spirit of the season with those you love. Wishing you and yours a happy 2025!

Last week, I graduated as a Toll Fellow alongside 48 other government leaders from across the country. It’s an honor to represent Nebraskans in such a prestigious program and I look forward to putting the lessons learned into action in the #NELeg in the new year!

Wishing everyone a day full of gratitude, quality time with your loved ones, and of course some delicious food. Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

To say my first year in the #NELeg has been a rollercoaster would be an understatement. Grateful to strong journalism to document this harrowing time in history. This one is worth the read 👇 https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/machaela-cavanaugh-nebraska-trans-bill.html

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! After a chaotic legislative week, I want to offer several resources for taking care of your mental health. There are many Nebraska organizations working to ensure you and your loved ones can access help. Swipe through for more info >>

My legislature bestie @johnfredrickson.bsky.social is here now! Give him a follow ❤️

👋👋👋 Bluesky!