June 26 | Data center water rights, gambling petitions

News ClipNebraska Public Media·NE·6/26/2026

Data centers in Nebraska may be able to secure future water supplies by purchasing irrigation rights from farmers. This development could impact water usage and availability in the state.

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Gov: U.S. Supreme Court, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, City of Lincoln

The June 26 Nebraska Update headlines reported that data centers in Nebraska are exploring options to secure future water supplies. This could involve purchasing irrigation rights directly from farmers, which would have implications for water management in the state. The update also included other unrelated news items, such as a federal judge blocking an executive order by President Trump regarding citizenship lists, the U.S. Supreme Court overturning a jury award in a Roundup cancer lawsuit, and University of Nebraska-Lincoln researchers developing a swine flu vaccine. Additionally, the City of Lincoln purchased land near Pioneers Park for future plans, and a committee is on track to submit petitions to legalize online sports betting in November.