1960 United States Senate election in Nebraska

The 1960 United States Senate election in Nebraska took place on November 8, 1960. The incumbent Republican Senator, Carl Curtis, was re-elected by a smaller margin than in the previous election, in 1954. He defeated Democratic candidate Robert B. Conrad. His victory underperformed Richard Nixon, the Republican presidential nominee, who won Nebraska by 24% in the presidential election.

Candidates

 * Ralph G. Brooks, Governor of Nebraska
 * Clair A. Callan, chairman of Governor's Committee on State Government Reorganization Board and Nebraska Power Review Board

Replacement of Brooks
The winner of the Democratic primary, Ralph G. Brooks, died on September 9, 1960. He was replaced on the ballot by Robert B. Conrad, Brooks's administrative assistant.

Candidates

 * Carl Curtis, the incumbent Senator