Dodge County representatives attend state GOP meeting

The Nebraska Republican Party State Central Committee met Friday and Saturday in Norfolk. Dodge County was represented by Scott Eveland, Elaine Grothusen, and John Grothusen.

On Friday night, the GOP faithful heard a speech from Kellyanne Conway, former campaign manager for former President Donald Trump and a key White House advisor. Conway’s message was challenging, but uplifting and emphasized strategy for winning the 2024 election.

On Saturday, State GOP Chairman Eric Underwood conducted the State Central Committee meeting. Of the possible 150 statewide committeewomen and committeemen, 130 were present to conduct business. The business included consideration of several proposed amendments to the Nebraska GOP Constitution.  The proposed amendments pertain to party officials making endorsements and some party administrative matters. Resolutions considered by the 130 committee members included recognition of American Heritage Month and ideas for improving election security.

Reports were approved for the GOP Political Plan and the Legislative Plan.

The 2024 Nebraska Republican State Convention is set for May 18 which is earlier than in previous election years. The Nebraska primary election is set for May 14, 2024.  The Nebraska procedure for delegates to the National Convention was approved.  The Republican National Committee Convention will begin July 15 in Milwaukee.

Several state senators, state school board members, public service commissioners and numerous candidates were accessible on Friday and Saturday.

The next Nebraska State Central Committee meeting will be in January.  The next Dodge County Republican meeting will be this October.