A joint statement was issued last Monday on behalf of the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Nebraska Bankers Association, the Nebraska Realtors Association, the Nebraska Society of CPAs, the Nebraska Independent Community Bankers Association, the Nebraska Telecommunications Association. the Iowa-Nebraska Equipment Dealers Association, the Nebraska New Car and Truck Dealers Association, the Nebraska Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Stores Association, the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Omaha Chamber.

“Our organizations encourage our members and every Nebraskan to exercise their freedom to vote,” the statement reads. “This year, during the COVID-19 struggle, the state understands many may prefer to exercise social distancing and vote via mail. Early Voting Ballot Applications are being mailed to every registered voter in Nebraska. Complete the application to have a ballot mailed to you. Don’t be left out because you prefer not to go to the polls. Be counted, and cast your vote by mail to ensure your voice will be heard.”

Voters can also request an early voting ballot at sos.nebraska.gov/elections/early-voting by May 1.

– Scott Stewart