Chair of the Executive Board of the Nebraska Legislature
In office January 9, 2019 – January 6, 2021
Preceded by
Dan Watermeier
Succeeded by
Dan Hughes
Member of the Nebraska Legislature from the 21st district
In office January 4, 2017 – January 4, 2023
Preceded by
Ken Haar
Succeeded by
Beau Ballard
Personal details
Born
(1978-10-25) October 25, 1978 (age 45) Omaha, Nebraska, U.S.
Political party
Republican
Spouse
Heather
Children
4
Education
Baylor University (BA) University of Chicago (JD)
Signature
Website
Campaign website
Mike Hilgers (born October 25, 1978) is an American businessman, lawyer and politician who is the Nebraska Attorney General. He previously served as a Republican member of the Nebraska Legislature, representing the 21st district from 2017 to 2023.[1][2] On January 6, 2021, Hilgers was elected as Speaker of the Nebraska Legislature.[3]
^"Hilgers' life has expanded since his first legislative run in 2012". Journalstar.com. 2016-10-25. Retrieved 2019-02-09.
^Michael Wunder (2016-10-27). "Hilgers, Scherer vying for District 21". Wahoo-ashland-waverly.com. Retrieved 2019-02-09.
^"Hilgers elected speaker of the Legislature". Journalstar.com. 2021-01-06. Retrieved 2021-01-11.
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