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ONE HUNDRED NINTH LEGISLATURE
SECOND SESSION
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION 437
Introduced by Ibach, 44; Ballard, 21; Bosn, 25; Brandt, 32; Clouse, 37; DeKay,
40; Dorn, 30; Holdcroft, 36; Hughes, 24; Jacobson, 42; Kauth, 31;
Lippincott, 34; Lonowski, 33; Meyer, F., 41; Murman, 38; Prokop,
27; Riepe, 12; Strommen, 47; Wordekemper, 15.
WHEREAS, the Foote family represents the very best of Nebraska's cattle
feeding and beef production industry, built upon faith, family, integrity, and
an unwavering commitment to excellence in agriculture; and
WHEREAS, in 1975, Bob Foote married his wife, Gail, and began his life in
the cattle business, dedicating himself to perfecting his craft and building a
reputation for hard work, bold leadership, and a willingness to take on risk in
pursuit of opportunity; and
WHEREAS, Bob and Gail founded Foote Cattle Company in 1985 and expanded
from farming and order buying into cattle feeding, later adding Hoxie Feedyard
in 1997, and steadily growing the operation into a multi-location, family-owned
enterprise with a feeding capacity of two hundred eighty-five thousand head and
diversified agricultural investments across Nebraska and Kansas; and
WHEREAS, Bob Foote was widely respected as both a leading agricultural
producer and businessman, recognized on the floor of the United States
Congress, known for his strong work ethic, quiet humility, deep Catholic faith,
and the simple "GET IT" motto by which he lived and whose proudest
accomplishments were his family and the Foote Cattle brand; and
WHEREAS, following Bob's passing in 2022, his legacy continues through
Gail and their sons, Scott, Brad, and Greg, who carry forward the family's
commitment to responsible cattle care, sound stewardship, job creation, and
meaningful support of their communities; and
WHEREAS, through their leadership, investment, and service, the Foote
family has strengthened Nebraska's cattle industry and set an example of
excellence that benefits producers, employees, neighbors, and the entire state;
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and
WHEREAS, the National Cattlemen's Beef Association inducted Bob Foote into
the Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame on February 4, 2026, honoring the Foote
family's outstanding contributions to the industry.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE ONE HUNDRED NINTH
LEGISLATURE OF NEBRASKA, SECOND SESSION:
1. That the Legislature congratulates the family of Bob Foote for his
posthumous induction into the Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame.
2. That the Legislature recognizes and commends the Foote family for their
exceptional leadership, enduring legacy, and lasting contributions to
Nebraska's cattle feeding industry and rural communities.
3. That a copy of this resolution be sent to the Foote family.
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