Nebraska Policy & Economy: Speaker John Arch’s LB1071 would reshape Nebraska’s biennial budget and appropriations, including changes to K-12 education funding flows and property tax credit mechanics. Energy & Utilities: Sen. Rick Holdcroft’s LB1172 would require electric suppliers to keep 75% of their generation portfolio dispatchable, with annual compliance certification to the Power Review Board. Health & Human Services: LB722 expands how Nebraska’s Behavioral Health Services Fund can be used for people with substance use disorder, including housing-related assistance for very low-income adults. Agriculture: Sen. Pete Ricketts says row-crop producers face pressure from lower prices and high inputs, while cattle remain supported even as the national herd is at a 75-year low; he also highlighted farm bill priorities and export expansion. Business & Markets: Berkshire Hathaway’s Greg Abel spent billions from the company’s cash pile—$10B into Alphabet and $4.5B in share buybacks—after Q2 operating profit beat expectations. Local Business/Cost of Living: GasBuddy reports the lowest E85 in Douglas County hit $1.74/gallon (week ending Aug. 1), while Nebraska’s E85 average fell to $2.76. Weather Disruptions: Severe storms forced cancellations or delays for major Omaha-area events, including the Offutt air show and the MAHA Music Festival.