Energy & Cost of Living: Gas prices keep easing. The national average for regular fell for a third straight week, dropping to about $4.12 a gallon as crude prices stay below $100. Federal Policy & Business Risk: The U.S. House passed Utah Rep. Burgess Owens’ bill targeting “ghost students” who steal federal financial aid, a move aimed at tightening fraud controls that can affect schools and lenders. Public Lands & Forestry: Utah Sen. Mike Lee’s push to repeal the Roadless Rule advanced in the Senate, with a wildfire-prevention package calling for more thinning and prescribed burns. Water, Data Centers & Transparency: Amazon says its data centers used 2.5 billion gallons of water in 2025, while Utah’s new disclosure law is part of a broader push for more transparency as power and water demands rise. Local Government & Growth: USU Eastern in Price won approval to sell land north of campus to the LDS Church, with proceeds earmarked for new turf, lighting, and future campus expansion. Utah Economy & Housing: The House also weighed in on student-aid fraud, while Ogden’s city manager nomination points to continued focus on streamlining operations and spending.