Biography
Mike Flood, born on February 23, 1975, in Omaha, Nebraska, is a Republican politician representing Nebraska's 1st Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Raised in Norfolk, he began his career in radio during high school, a passion he pursued through college and law school. In 1999, he founded Flood Communications, expanding it from a single radio station into a statewide network of radio and television stations, including News Channel Nebraska. Flood has been a prominent figure in Nebraska politics, serving multiple terms in the state legislature and holding leadership positions.
Education
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Bachelor of Arts in Political Science: University of Notre Dame, 1997
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Juris Doctor: University of Nebraska College of Law, 2001
Political Experience
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Nebraska Legislature:
- Elected in 2004 to represent the 19th District, serving until 2013.
- Elected as the youngest Speaker of the Nebraska Legislature in 2007, serving until 2013.
- Re-elected to the Nebraska Legislature in 2020, serving until 2022.
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U.S. House of Representatives:
- Elected in a special election on June 28, 2022, to fill the vacancy in Nebraska's 1st Congressional District.
- Re-elected in November 2022 and November 2024.
- Serves on the House Financial Services Committee, including roles as Chairman of the Housing and Insurance Subcommittee and member of the Financial Institutions Subcommittee.
Notable Achievements
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Legislative Leadership: As Speaker of the Nebraska Legislature, Flood played a key role in passing significant tax relief legislation and was instrumental in the state's transition to lethal injection for capital punishment.
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Media Entrepreneurship: Founded and expanded Flood Communications, creating a network that delivers local news, weather, and entertainment across Nebraska, contributing to job creation and community engagement.
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Community Involvement: Served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Children’s Scholarship Fund and on the Board of Directors for Invest Nebraska, supporting educational opportunities and economic development in the state.
Flood continues to advocate for conservative values, rural community growth, and job creation in his role as a U.S. Representative.
