LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Gov. Pete Ricketts and the Nebraska State Historical Society are seeking nominations for the state’s Hall of Fame, whose members are honored with a bust at the Capitol.

The announcement on Wednesday coincides with the 120th birthday of renowned Nebraska writer Mari Sandoz, whose sculpture has been on display since 1980.

Hall of Fame members are chosen every five years, based on public nominations. Nominees must have been dead for at least 35 years and meet other criteria to qualify. Hall of Fame Commission Chairman Ron Naugle says public input is a critical part of the process.

Other Hall of Fame members include Buffalo Bill Cody, General John J. Pershing and the Ponca Indian Chief Standing Bear.

The submission deadline is Dec. 31. More information is available at http://bit.ly/1T6ypGo.