[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 19 (Tuesday, January 27, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E76]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          RECOGNIZING ROB McCARTNEY'S OUTSTANDING KETV CAREER

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                            HON. MIKE FLOOD

                              of nebraska

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 27, 2026

  Mr. FLOOD. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize a key figure of 
Nebraska journalism and cornerstone of KETV's newsroom, Rob McCartney.
  Over 40 years covering the Nebraska-Iowa area, Rob became a trusted, 
reliable voice for generations of Nebraskans. After 33 years at KETV, 
Rob's impact on our state's media landscape is nothing short of 
significant.
  The breadth of Rob's career was reaffirmed when he recently accepted 
the Nebraska Broadcasters Association's award for Best Election 
Coverage on behalf of KETV.
  Whether reporting on our Huskers, traveling with the Nebraska 
National Guard overseas, or sharing the inspiring recovery of an Omaha 
police officer, Rob's dedication to journalism built an incredible 
legacy.
  While his final broadcast was a bittersweet moment for Nebraska, the 
broadcast journalist who guided us through triumphs and trials finally 
now has more time with his family. I congratulate Rob on an 
extraordinary career. Happy retirement.

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