AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRail & Business: The Surface Transportation Board accepted the Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger application but paused formal review, saying parts of the filing are unclear; the railroads have until July 27 to supplement details before the process moves forward. State Policy: Nebraska enacted a “mini-WARN” law requiring 90 days’ advance notice for certain business closings or mass layoffs, taking effect July 17, 2026. Agriculture & Rural Workforce: Gov. Jim Pillen is backing LB 1165 and LB 847 as part of a broader push to strengthen Nebraska’s business climate, while UNL’s Nebraska Elite 11 Veterinarian Program selected 21 students to help address the state’s food-animal vet shortage. Public Health & Safety: Nebraska quarantine rules for Americans exposed to Andes hantavirus may allow return home early next week if states post 24/7 monitoring. Community & Infrastructure: Nebraska Public Power District is urging boaters to clean, drain, and dry to stop invasive species from spreading on NPPD waterways.
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