Bill Bowes

Bill Bowes is a candidate for the Nebraska Legislature, District 14, in the November 3, 2026 nonpartisan general election, facing SuAnn Witt.[1][2] A firefighter and paramedic who served 17 years as Papillion Fire Chief, he says his priorities include a fairer tax system, education and public safety.[2][3]

Bowes graduated from Roncalli High School and earned a bachelor's degree from Asbury University in 1981.[2] In a Ballotpedia survey, he said his degree is in secondary education and that he taught middle and high school math and science before joining the fire department.[3] He said he has lived in Sarpy County for more than 30 years, 17 of them as Papillion Fire Chief, and has worked with local and county governments and with law enforcement and emergency management agencies.[3]

Bowes advanced from the May 12, 2026 nonpartisan primary, finishing second with 2,231 votes.[2] In his survey, he said he wants to rework the state's tax system to make it fair and effective, reduce the regulatory burden on businesses, and limit the size and scope of government.[3] He also named education, with tools and resources for teachers and parental involvement, and public safety as priorities.[3]

Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.