Members of the Nebraska Legislature voted 43-0 to confirm the appointment of Colonel Bryan D. Waugh as Superintendent of Law Enforcement and Public Safety for the state of Nebraska.

Colonel Waugh was appointed by Governor Jim Pillen to serve as the 19th Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. He will begin his service with NSP on June 2, 2025.

“I’d like thank the members of the Nebraska legislature for their confirmation vote today,” said Colonel Waugh. “I believe that the future is bright for the Nebraska State Patrol and I’m eager to join this talented team of men and women serving our state. Together, we will serve with integrity, dedication, and a shared mission to keep Nebraska safe.”

Colonel Waugh has most recently served as Chief of the Kearney Police Department. He has 32 years of experience in law enforcement, including service within Kearney PD, La Vista PD, and the United States Air Force.