Biography

Dave Murman, born on June 30, 1953, in Hastings, Nebraska, is a Republican politician serving as the state senator for Nebraska's 38th legislative district. He assumed office on January 9, 2019, succeeding John Kuehn. Murman has a background in agriculture, having been a third-generation farmer and former dairy farmer. He is married to Kathy, and they have three children: Kelsi, Whitney, and Chase.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1976.

• Political Experience:

  • Elected to the Nebraska State Legislature representing District 38 in 2018; re-elected in 2022.
  • Chair of the Education Committee since 2023.
  • Member of the Revenue Committee.
  • Former member of the Health and Human Services Committee.

Notable Achievements and Positions

• Education Initiatives: As Chair of the Education Committee, Murman has focused on reforming Nebraska’s state funding formulas for public schools to reduce local property taxes. He has also worked on increasing state support for special education and enhancing early reading programs.

• Community Involvement: Prior to his legislative career, Murman served as an Emergency Medical Technician for Glenvil Fire and Rescue and was president of the Nebraska State Dairy Association.

• Legislative Actions: In October 2022, Murman, along with other senators, called for a legislative investigation into the Nebraska Department of Education concerning the promotion of certain educational materials.

• Endorsements: Murman has endorsed candidates for the State Board of Education, including Lisa Schonhoff and Liz Davids, reflecting his active involvement in shaping educational leadership in Nebraska. ,

Murman's legislative focus includes promoting Christian family values, reducing property taxes, and supporting limited government and individual responsibility.