Government Officials React to the Passing of Howard Hawks

Gov. Jim Pillen Issues Statement on Passing of Howard Hawks
 
 LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen issued the following statement on the passing of former University of Nebraska Regent and business leader Howard Hawks:

"Suzanne and I join Nebraskans mourning the loss of Howard Hawks. Howard was an extraordinary business leader, a servant of our university system and the people of our state, and a dedicated philanthropist who reinvested his blessings back into his community at every turn. I am deeply grateful for the years I served alongside Howard on the Board of Regents. Like many others, I learned so much from his wisdom and leadership. Suzanne and I extend our prayers and condolences to Rhonda and the entire Hawks family."

 

Ricketts Comments on the Passing of Howard L. Hawks

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) issued the following statement on the passing of Howard L. Hawks, co-founder of Tenaska Energy, philanthropist, and longtime member of the University of Nebraska Board of Regents: 

“Nebraskans have benefitted greatly from Howard Hawks’s leadership and generosity. He was a visionary leader in the business and philanthropic community. His historic support for higher education opened countless new doors for Nebraska students. Howard and his wife Rhonda were also great partners and friends during my time as Governor. Susanne and I send our condolences to Rhonda and the Hawks family as they grieve the loss of a great Nebraskan.”

 

Smith Statement on Passing of Howard Hawks

Washington, D.C. – Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), released the following statement after the passing of former member of the Nebraska Board of Regents and businessman Howard Hawks.

"Howard Hawks provided many decades of leadership in the Nebraska business sector, the university system, and broader community. In a great American success story, he co-founded and built one of the nation’s most successful companies and worked tirelessly to give back to the community in countless ways. He leaves behind a legacy of integrity in business, determination to better the lives of others, and dedication to growth in our state. I offer my sincere condolences to the entire Hawks family."