State Reaction to the Death of Pope Francis

 Gov. Pillen Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for Pope Francis
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen, in accordance with a directive from President Donald Trump, has ordered that all U.S. and state flags be flown at half-staff in honor of Pope Francis.
 
“Pope Francis devoted his life to being a servant of Christ. First Lady Suzanne and I are saddened by his passing,” said Gov. Pillen.
 
Flags are to fly at half-staff until sunset on the day of the Pope's interment.

Senator Pete Ricketts' Comments
OMAHA, NE – Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) issued the following statement on the death of Pope Francis:

“Pope Francis will be remembered as a servant of Christ and the Church. His life of humility and devotion to mercy will continue to inspire Catholics worldwide.”