Gov. Pillen Announces Retirement of Crime Commission Executive Director Tuma

LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pilen announced the retirement of Executive Director Bryan Tuma of the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice. His final day with the agency will be June 5.

Tuma has served the state for nearly 45 years, launching his career in the Nebraska State Patrol. He was superintendent of the Patrol for six years. Other leadership roles followed, interspersed with periods of retirement, including as assistant director for the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and most recently, head of the Crime Commission.

“Bryan’s dedication to public safety is unsurpassed. He has spent his life ensuring that our citizens are protected and that those responsible for our safety are trained and ready to respond when the need occurs,” said Gov. Pillen. “Bryan has earned the trust and respect of those with whom he has served. His steady leadership has been an asset to our state.”

“Bryan has made a positive, lasting difference in Nebraska law enforcement,” added Lieutenant Governor Joe Kelly. “Nebraskans are safer because of his hard work and dedication.”

Tuma expressed his appreciation to Gov. Pillen for being appointed executive director to the Crime Commission.   

“I wish to thank you for placing confidence in me to lead others to address the important issues related to public safety and criminal justice in Nebraska. While I performed my duties based on obligation, my service to others is voluntary and comes from a deep desire to make Nebraska a better place to live. I cannot overstate the love I have for this state and the people who live here.”

A decision about filling the impending vacancy will be made at a later date.