Congressman Flood Honors KETV’s Andrew Ozaki in House Floor Speech

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood (R-NE) delivered remarks on the House floor honoring KETV’s Lincoln Bureau Chief, Andrew Ozaki, ahead of his retirement. 

A video of his remarks can be accessed by clicking here. News outlets are welcome to use the footage for reporting purposes. The full text of Congressman Flood’s speech is provided below.

Today, I rise to honor a giant in Nebraska journalism: Andrew Ozaki.

Over the course of his 43-year career, Ozaki led KETV’s Lincoln bureau and built a reputation of both tenacity and kindness. Whether he was covering the Unicameral, the governor’s office, sports and more, Andrew Ozaki was everywhere, covering everything. 

From staking out legislative hearings to running up and down the sidelines of Husker football games, Ozaki relentlessly chased stories that have shaped public policy, entertained crowds, and brought our entire state together. 

As he prepares to retire from KETV, his absence will be noticed not just by the numerous people he covered, but by the audiences who relied on his accurate stories. 

Wherever Andrew’s next chapter takes him, his integrity, his compassion, and commitment to storytelling have left a mark on our state that will endure for years to come.

Thank you, and I yield back.