Omaha State Senators
Founded in 1854 by land speculators, Omaha was incorporated as a city in 1897. Omaha, named after an American Indian tribe, means “those going against the wind or current.” The city continues to live up to its name with world-class attractions, nationally known restaurants and a creative culture feeding an ever-growing artistic community. Browse below to see the tourism experiences located in each senator's district.
DOUGLAS COUNTY QUICK FACTS:
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Population (based on 2010 census): 517,110
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Established in 1854
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Named after Stephen Arnold Douglas, a US Senator responsible for creating the Kansas-Nebraska Act. This act made Kansas and Nebraska organized territories.
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Made up of 6 cities: Bennington, Irvington, Omaha, Ralston, Valley, Waterloo
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Includes the Village of Boys Town
OMAHA STATE SENATORS
- District 4 – Brad von Gillern
- District 5 – Mike McDonnell
- District 6 – Machaela Cavanaugh
- District 7 – Tony Vargas
- District 8 – Megan Hunt
- District 9 – John Cavanaugh
- District 10 – Wendy Deboer
- District 11 – Terrell McKinney
- District 12 – Merv Riepe
- District 13 – Justin Wayne
- District 15 - Lynne Walz
- District 18 – Christy Armendariz
- District 20 – John Fredrickson
- District 31 - Kathleen Kauth
- District 36 - Rick Holdcroft
- District 39 – Lou Ann Linehan