Historic Confirmation: Judge Bazis Joins Nebraska District Court

In a significant judicial milestone, Senator Deb Fischer has been instrumental in the confirmation of Judge Susan Bazis to the U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska. This pivotal achievement comes after Judge John Gerrard announced his retirement in February 2023, leaving a vacancy that required a successor equal in dedication and judicial acumen. Fischer, recognizing the critical nature of this vacancy, put forward Bazis to President Joe Biden, highlighting her exemplary credentials and expansive legal experience.

Bazis’s confirmation was the culmination of a thorough and exacting process, overseen by Fischer, which ultimately earned a bipartisan endorsement from the Senate. The American Bar Association has given Bazis high marks, an endorsement that underscores her suitability for this esteemed position. Her legal career, distinguished by professionalism, equitable judgement, and unwavering integrity, sets a promising precedent for her tenure on the federal bench.

Senator Fischer, reflecting on the confirmation, shared her satisfaction and pride in facilitating Bazis’s ascension to the federal judiciary, emphasizing the essential role of a robust and impartial judiciary in upholding the principles of justice and equality under the law. This confirmation not only marks a significant professional achievement for Judge Bazis but also reinforces the integrity and strength of the judiciary in Nebraska and the broader United States.