RECOGNIZING RICHARD BAIER'S LEADERSHIP IN FIGHTING FINANCIAL FRAUD

On 2026-08-13, Representative Mike Flood (R-NE-1) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING RICHARD BAIER'S LEADERSHIP IN FIGHTING FINANCIAL FRAUD" in the House.

RECOGNIZING RICHARD BAIER'S LEADERSHIP IN FIGHTING FINANCIAL FRAUD

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E785] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING RICHARD BAIER'S LEADERSHIP IN FIGHTING FINANCIAL FRAUD ______ HON. MIKE FLOOD of nebraska in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. FLOOD. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize a dedicated leader in Nebraska banking and consumer protection, Richard Baier, whose efforts led to the recent enactment of financial fraud prevention legislation. As President and CEO of the Nebraska Bankers Association, Richard has worked tirelessly to protect Nebraskans from financial fraud. His leadership helped create Fraud Free Nebraska, a statewide coalition bringing together financial institutions, consumer advocates, government officials, and other stakeholders to combat fraud. Richard's leadership also helped advance state legislation strengthening protections for older and vulnerable adults and requiring social media platforms to verify advertisers, investigate reports of fraudulent advertising, and promptly remove fraudulent ads. Banks have long been on the front lines of the fight against fraud, with Fraud Free Nebraska now bringing partners from across our state together to confront this growing threat. Richard's work and leadership demonstrate what can be accomplished when Nebraskans unite around a common goal. Our state is stronger because of Richard Baier's leadership and commitment to protecting consumers. I thank Richard and the Nebraska Bankers Association, for keeping Nebraskans safe from fraud. ____________________