Hantavirus Update (Nebraska): Federal officials ended the quarantine for 18 Americans exposed on a cruise ship after a deadly hantavirus outbreak; six had been held at UNMC’s National Quarantine Unit in Omaha for the full 42 days, and no U.S. cases linked to the outbreak were confirmed as of Thursday. Public Health (Nebraska): West Nile virus has been confirmed in Nebraska after mosquito pool testing, with no human cases reported so far this season. Medicaid Rules (National, with Nebraska impact): CMS issued final rules for Medicaid work requirements, spelling out what millions of enrollees must do to keep coverage—job training, volunteering, or education—starting Jan. 1, 2027. Food Assistance (National): A House reconciliation plan would cut SNAP by about 30% through 2034, threatening food security for millions as grocery prices stay high. Caregiving Support (Multi-state, includes Nebraska): AARP and United Way expanded the 211 Caregiver Support Program into 10 more states and regional California/Colorado, boosting access for family caregivers. NU Tuition (Nebraska): The NU Board of Regents approved a 4.25% systemwide tuition increase to help offset inflation-related costs. Cat Health Tips (Nebraska): A local guide urges cat owners to separate litter from food and water to reduce stress and support healthier habits. Food Safety (Walmart recall): FDA flagged a Great Value Hawaiian Roll 4-pack recall distributed in 26 states after an oily/sticky substance was found on packaging surfaces; no injuries reported. Trans Health Legal Fight (National): The FTC and multiple state attorneys general, including Nebraska, sued WPATH over alleged misleading claims about youth transgender medical treatments.