Carol Blood
2017 - Present
2025
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Carol Blood (Democratic Party) is a member of the Nebraska State Senate, representing District 3. She assumed office on January 4, 2017. Her current term ends on January 8, 2025.
Blood (Democratic Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Nebraska's 1st Congressional District. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Biography
Carol was born in McCook, Nebraska. Blood graduated from Adams Central High School in 1979. Her career experience includes owning Blood Business Consulting and working as a business consultant, the CEO of the La Vista Chamber of Commerce, and a business specialist with Nebraska Self Employment Services. Blood has served as the chair of the Bellevue Farmers Market.[1][2]
Committee assignments
2023-2024
Blood was assigned to the following committees:
2021-2022
Blood was assigned to the following committees:
- Business and Labor Committee
- Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee
- Urban Affairs Committee
2019-2020
Blood was assigned to the following committees:
2017 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:
| Nebraska committee assignments, 2017 |
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| • Agriculture |
| • General Affairs |
| • Government, Military and Veterans Affairs |
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2024
See also: Nebraska's 1st Congressional District election, 2024
Nebraska's 1st Congressional District election, 2024 (May 14 Republican primary)
Nebraska's 1st Congressional District election, 2024 (May 14 Democratic primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Nebraska District 1
Incumbent Mike Flood defeated Carol Blood in the general election for U.S. House Nebraska District 1 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Mike Flood (R) | 60.1 | 187,559 |
 | Carol Blood (D) | 39.9 | 124,498 | |
| Total votes: 312,057 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Nebraska District 1
Carol Blood advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Nebraska District 1 on May 14, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Carol Blood | 100.0 | 34,888 |
| Total votes: 34,888 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Nebraska District 1
Incumbent Mike Flood defeated Michael Connely in the Republican primary for U.S. House Nebraska District 1 on May 14, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Mike Flood | 81.5 | 56,846 |
 | Michael Connely | 18.5 | 12,884 | |
| Total votes: 69,730 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Ava Solomon (R)
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Blood in this election.
2022
See also: Nebraska gubernatorial and lieutenant gubernatorial election, 2022
General election
General election for Governor of Nebraska
Jim Pillen defeated Carol Blood, Scott Zimmerman, Robert Borer, and Dave Wright in the general election for Governor of Nebraska on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Jim Pillen (R) | 59.2 | 398,334 |
| Carol Blood (D) | 36.0 | 242,006 | |
 | Scott Zimmerman (L) | 3.9 | 26,455 | |
 | Robert Borer (Independent) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 0 | |
 | Dave Wright (Independent) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 0 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.9 | 5,798 | ||
| Total votes: 672,593 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Governor of Nebraska
Carol Blood defeated Roy Harris in the Democratic primary for Governor of Nebraska on May 10, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Carol Blood | 88.7 | 88,859 |
| Roy Harris | 11.3 | 11,267 | |
| Total votes: 100,126 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Governor of Nebraska
The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for Governor of Nebraska on May 10, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jim Pillen | 33.9 | 91,555 |
 | Charles Herbster | 29.9 | 80,771 | |
 | Brett Lindstrom | 26.1 | 70,554 | |
 | Theresa Thibodeau | 6.1 | 16,432 | |
 | Breland Ridenour | 1.7 | 4,685 | |
| Michael Connely | 1.1 | 2,838 | |
| Donna Nicole Carpenter | 0.6 | 1,536 | |
 | Lela McNinch | 0.4 | 1,192 | |
| Troy Wentz | 0.3 | 708 | |
| Total votes: 270,271 | |||
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Libertarian primary election
Libertarian primary for Governor of Nebraska
Scott Zimmerman advanced from the Libertarian primary for Governor of Nebraska on May 10, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Scott Zimmerman | 100.0 | 1,595 |
| Total votes: 1,595 | |||
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2020
See also: Nebraska State Senate elections, 2020
General election
General election for Nebraska State Senate District 3
Incumbent Carol Blood defeated Rick Holdcroft in the general election for Nebraska State Senate District 3 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Carol Blood (Nonpartisan) | 50.4 | 9,196 |
 | Rick Holdcroft (Nonpartisan) | 49.6 | 9,036 | |
| Total votes: 18,232 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Nebraska State Senate District 3
Incumbent Carol Blood and Rick Holdcroft advanced from the primary for Nebraska State Senate District 3 on May 12, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Carol Blood (Nonpartisan) | 57.1 | 4,851 |
| ✔ | | Rick Holdcroft (Nonpartisan) | 42.9 | 3,646 |
| Total votes: 8,497 | |||
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2016
- See also: Nebraska State Senate elections, 2016
Elections for the Nebraska State Senate were held in 2016. The primary election took place on May 10, 2016. The general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was February 16, 2016, for incumbents. Challengers were required to file by March 1, 2016.[3]
Carol Blood defeated incumbent Tommy Garrett in the Nebraska State Senate District 3 general election.[4][5]
| Nebraska State Senate, District 3 General Election, 2016 | ||
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| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 Carol Blood |
51.56% | 7,959 |
| Tommy Garrett Incumbent | 48.44% | 7,476 |
| Total Votes | 15,435 | |
| Source: Nebraska Secretary of State | ||
Incumbent Tommy Garrett and Carol Blood were unopposed in the Nebraska State Senate District 3 primary.[6][7]
| Nebraska State Senate, District 3 Primary, 2016 | ||
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| Candidate | ||
| Tommy Garrett Incumbent | ||
| Carol Blood | ||
Endorsements
In 2016, Blood's endorsements included the following:[8]
- Bellevue Firefighters Local 4906
- Bellevue Police Officer's Association
- Bold Nebraska
- National Association of Social Workers-Nebraska Chapter
- Nebraska Farmers Union
- Nebraska Fraternal Order of Police
- Nebraska Professional Firefighters
- Nebraska State AFL-CIO
- Nebraska State Education Association Recommended Candidate
- Omaha Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO
2014
- See also: Nebraska State Senate elections, 2014
Elections for the Nebraska State Senate took place in 2014. A primary election took place on May 13, 2014. The general election took place on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for challengers wishing to run in this election was March 3, 2014, two days after the statutory deadline, which fell on a Saturday. Incumbents were required to file for election by February 18, 2014, three days after the statutory deadline, which fell on the Saturday prior to Presidents Day. Incumbent Tommy Garrett defeated Carol Blood in the general election. Both candidates were unopposed in the primary election.[9][10][11]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
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| Independent | Tommy Garrett Incumbent |
53.7% | 4,845 | |
| Independent | Carol Blood | 46.3% | 4,179 | |
| Total Votes | 9,024 | |||
Campaign themes
2024
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2022
Carol Blood did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.
Campaign website
Blood's campaign website stated the following:
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PROSPERITY FOR ALL NEBRASKANS Nebraskans need to know the truth about the history of our property taxes over the last two decades. I want to be transparent about these issues and start working on solutions to fix these problems. We can grow our state and economy with the goal of attracting and retaining talent – particularly those in the 18 to 34 age range – who will drive our state’s economy for years. I vow to listen to the collaborative voices of many, not the privileged few or special interest groups. MAINTAIN PUBLIC SAFETY AND IMPROVE PUBLIC HEALTH Everyone wants to feel safe and have services accessible to them so they can stay well. Our state must have enough doctors, dentists, mental health professionals, clinics, and hospitals to address the needs of all our communities. As first responders age out, we should use this opportunity to ensure the applicant pool is sufficient to meet the needs of communities served during times of unprecedented challenges. Nebraskans need to know that elected officials have their backs during natural disasters and in times of need. They need a Governor who has a plan to withstand or quickly recover from man-made or natural disasters. INVEST IN NEBRASKA’S INFRASTRUCTURE We contribute to the success of our farmers and businesses when we properly maintain our bridges and roads. Our communities benefit when we create connectivity, have dependable utilities and necessary transportation options that meet our current needs, and broadband internet to connect people to opportunities. I want to address the ongoing deteriorating infrastructure that slows down our ability to compete in an increasingly global marketplace. ENCOURAGE EDUCATION I support an education finance system that continues to foster quality, fairness, and equity, with the state playing a larger role in K-12 finance to reduce property tax reliance and give all stakeholders a voice. Let’s continue to grow Nebraska’s post-high school options, knowing that a 4-year degree is not always the right path for students, and address student loan debt. Together we can generate a workforce that is well-rounded and capable, creating strong future employees who are encouraged to stay and succeed here in Nebraska.[12] |
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| —Carol Blood's campaign website (2022)[13] | ||
2020
Carol Blood did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.
2016
Blood's campaign website highlighted the following issues:
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With my seven years of service on the Bellevue City Council and a solid track record of evidence-based decision-making, I have been and will remain tuned in to the voices and needs of our community:
I will bring forward a common sense tax relief policy, making my first priority the elimination of taxes on social security and military retirement.[12] |
” |
| —Carol Blood[14] | ||
2014
Blood's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[15]
Education
- Excerpt: "Nebraska must work diligently to keep education accessible and affordable to all Nebraska Residents. College should be a secure investment for any student, from any background."
Agriculture
- Excerpt: "As a 3rd generation farm girl, I can tell you that the agriculture industry and family owned farms are vital to our state's economy. Building capacity for our farming future helps build Nebraska's economic future."
Tax Reform
- Excerpt: "I am going to do whatever is in my power to provide tax relief to Veterans and Social Security recipients to the best of my ability. Nebraska is viewing taxes in a short sided way. We need to take a look at the long term and not the short term, as well as our cash reserves."
Prison Overcrowding
- Excerpt: "Nebraska can save millions of dollars by rethinking mandatory minimum sentences and expanding our prison alternatives. We can continue to be tough on crime in a fashion that is also smart. Incarceration should be used to punish, deter and rehabilitate. If we convict, warehouse and forget, we are not being responsible with taxpayer money and we create a type of revolving door for repeat offenders."
Veteran Self Employment
- Excerpt: "We can do better with this potential pool of qualified veterans and find a way to better identify their needs while providing appropriate services."
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2023
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2022
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In 2022, the Nebraska State Legislature was in session from January 5 to April 20.
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2021
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In 2021, the Nebraska State Legislature was in session from January 6 to May 27.
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2020
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In 2020, the Nebraska State Legislature was in session from January 8 to August 13.
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2019
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In 2019, the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature was in its 107th Legislature, 1st session from January 9 through May 31.
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2017
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate U.S. House Nebraska District 1 |
Officeholder Nebraska State Senate District 3 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Nebraska Legislature, "Sen. Carol Blood Biography," accessed March 24, 2022
- ↑ LinkedIn, "Senator Carol Blood," accessed March 24, 2022
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Official Election Calendar," accessed December 7, 2015
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Statewide Candidate List for general election," accessed August 19, 2016
- ↑ Nebraska Secetary of State, "General election results, 2016," accessed December 21, 2016
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Statewide Candidate List," accessed May 16, 2016
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Primary Election May 10, 2016," accessed October 14, 2016
- ↑ Elect Carol Blood, "Endorsements," accessed September 29, 2016
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Official Results of Nebraska Primary Election," accessed July 7, 2014
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Statewide Candidate List," accessed March 21, 2014
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Official Results: General Election - November 4, 2014," accessed December 14, 2014
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Carol Blood - Candidate for Nebraska Governor, “Key Issues,” accessed March 22, 2022
- ↑ Elect Carol Blood, "Issues," accessed September 29, 2016
- ↑ electcarolblood.com, "Issues and Priorities," accessed March 7, 2014
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Nebraska State Senate District 3 2017-Present |
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