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Nebraska, Iowa announce support for Ukraine

Nebraska and Iowa officials on Wednesday announced support for Ukraine.

Wednesday, March 30th 2022, 3:32 PM CDT

By WOWT Channel 6

Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts and Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds

LINCOLN, Neb. (WOWT) - Nebraska and Iowa officials on Wednesday announced support for Ukraine.

Gov. Pete Ricketts was joined Wednesday afternoon by representatives from the Nebraska Military Department, State Patrol, and the Department of Transportation.

The state is sending expired protective gear to Ukrainians fighting against the Russian invasion. The governor also encouraged Nebraskans to donate other items as they’re able.

Earlier on Wednesday, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds made a similar announcement in Iowa. In addition to providing equipment, the state “stands ready” to accept Ukrainian refugees, the governor said.

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