1940 United States Senate election in Nebraska

The 1940 United States Senate election in Nebraska took place on November 5, 1940. Hugh A. Butler was elected for the first time, defeating Governor Robert Leroy Cochran. Edward R. Burke, the incumbent Senator, was defeated by Cochran in the primary. Butler performed on par with Wendell Willkie, who won the state with 57.2% in the presidential election.

Candidates

 * Edward R. Burke, the incumbent Senator
 * Robert Leroy Cochran, Governor of Nebraska

Candidates

 * Hugh A. Butler, Republican National committeeman for Nebraska
 * Albert W. Jefferis, former Representative for Nebraska's 2nd district
 * Adam McMullen, former Governor of Nebraska
 * Arthur J. Weaver, former Governor of Nebraska