Nebraska Politics & Money in Elections: An independent Senate race in Nebraska is heating up as Dan Osborn attacks Republicans with a sharp new ad tied to Trump’s beef-price plan, arguing it’s “too chicken” for corporations and souring rural ranchers on the GOP. State Fiscal Snapshot: Nebraska tax collections fell 7.4% in Q1 2026 versus the prior quarter, totaling $1.8 billion, with sales/gross receipts and income taxes driving most of the drop. AI Oversight in Government: A Connecticut rule would bar insurers from using AI as the sole basis to cut payments for state workers and retirees—an example Nebraska lawmakers and agencies may watch as AI expands in public services. Tribal Colleges Funding: A new report warns federal cutbacks and thin philanthropy are squeezing tribal colleges, with Nebraska’s Little Priest Tribal College named as one of the few in the state. Local Government & Public Safety: Lancaster County’s automated license plate readers are described as a tool for investigations, while Hamilton County’s board weighs a major solar proposal and additional funding for ambulance staffing and pay. National Political Climate: Across the country, Democrats are leaning on labor-backed candidates as midterm polls show Republicans facing a tougher map.