Tom Brewer (politician)

Tom Brewer (born August 6, 1958) is an American politician serving as a member of the Nebraska Legislature from the 43rd district. Elected in 2016, he assumed office in 2017.

Tom Brewer
Member of the Nebraska Legislature
from the 43rd district
Assumed office
2017
Preceded byAl Davis
Personal details
Born (1958-08-06) August 6, 1958
Casper, Wyoming, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Kelli
Children2
EducationDoane University (BA)
Military service
Branch/service United States Army

Early life and education

Brewer was born in Casper, Wyoming and was raised around Gordon, Nebraska and Whiteclay, Nebraska.[1][2] He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Doane University and attended the United States Army War College.

Career

For 36 years, Brewer served as a member of the United States Army, including six tours in Afghanistan.[3] Brewer was awarded two Purple Hearts.[4] During his service, Brewer was severely injured by a grenade, losing his eye and suffering shrapnel wounds.[5] Brewer was elected to the Nebraska Legislature in 2016, succeeding Al Davis.[6] In 2017, Brewer agreed to pay a $500 fine after the Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission found that he made a 500-mile campaign trip on horseback without disclosing funds.[7]

As a legislator, Brewer has focused on veterans issues, sponsoring a bill to provide tax breaks to veterans.[8][9] Brewer has advocated against Medicaid expansion, stating "These programs will each be trying to protect their piece of the budget pie. When the music stops, some of them won’t have a chair. It’s unavoidable."[10]

Personal life

Brewer and his wife, Kelli, have two children.[11] Kelli has served in the Nebraska National Guard.[12] Brewer is a member of the Lakota tribe.[13]

References
  1. Bosman, Julie (2017-03-25). "Nebraska May Stanch One Town's Flow of Beer to Its Vulnerable Neighbors (Published 2017)". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  2. Young, JoAnne. "Nebraska state senator's two-man team takes first place in international sniper competition". JournalStar.com. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  3. COLUMNIST, Matthew Hansen WORLD-HERALD. "Hansen: Col. Tom Brewer eager for one last tour". Omaha.com. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  4. "Biography « District 43 News and Information". news.legislature.ne.gov. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  5. "Nebraska advances bill to help first responders with PTSD". AP NEWS. 2020-02-26. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  6. "Colonel Tom Brewer ousts Al Davis from 43rd District legislative seat". KNEB. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  7. "Nebraska senator agrees to pay $500 for campaign violation". AP NEWS. 2017-09-08. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  8. "Veterans income tax break bill advanced". AP NEWS. 2019-05-16. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  9. "Tax exemption for military retirees wins initial approval". AP NEWS. 2020-01-13. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  10. "Medicaid expansion backers fear measure could be sabotaged". AP NEWS. 2018-11-18. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  11. Star, KEVIN ABOUREZK / Lincoln Journal. "After 36 years of service, Col. Brewer stepping back, speaking out". JournalStar.com. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  12. writer, David Hendee / World-Herald staff. "3rd District House race: Tom Brewer battle-scarred but still itching for the front lines". Omaha.com. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  13. "A Lakota Warrior Swaps Bullets for Ballots". The Wounds of Whiteclay. Retrieved 2020-10-13.


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