Nebraska’s newest state senator is Kathleen Kauth of Omaha. Kauth was officially sworn in to fill the Legislative District 31 seat left vacant by the passing of Senator Rich Pahls in April.
Governor Pete Ricketts stated there were five applicants for the position and Kauth’s background put her in the lead. He stated, “Kathleen is an accomplished team builder who takes initiative to get things done. She will work to strengthen public safety, control spending, and support small businesses in Nebraska. Her effectiveness as a leader and communicator will be valuable in the Legislature as Senators work together to grow Nebraska.”
“I am grateful for the opportunity to represent the citizens of District 31 in the Unicameral,” said Kauth. “I’m a firm believer in personal responsibility and civic engagement as essential ingredients of Nebraska’s success. As a State Senator, I’ll advocate for limited government and the growth of our state’s small businesses. With experience in mediation, I am skilled at getting people to talk with one another and come up with effective solutions.”
Kauth is the founder of K.T. Beck Enterprises, LLC, a mediation and conflict coaching firm in Omaha.
Kauth has provided volunteer leadership to numerous state and civic associations. She has served on the State of Nebraska’s Aging Advisory Committee and is currently on the Omaha City Charter Commission. She has been a member of the Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging Foster Grandparents Advisory Board since 2017. She has also served in leadership capacities with the Omaha Senior Resources Group and Millard Community Schools.
Kauth’s appointment is effective June 7, 2022 until January 3, 2023. During the November 2022 regular general election, voters will elect a member of the Legislature for District 31 to serve the remainder of the unexpired term that runs through January of 2025.