AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHealth & Courts: Nebraska mothers Emily Tvrdy and Amanda Musilek are appealing a federal judge’s denial of a preliminary injunction against the state’s ban on nurse midwives assisting home births, arguing it violates religious rights and freedom of choice while the judge said the restriction is a health-and-safety measure. Ag Policy: Gov. Jim Pillen signed/clarified relief for Nebraska agriculture as diesel stays costly, including guidance allowing dyed “red” diesel for qualifying farm vehicles during a 90-day emergency and trailer weight flexibility for hauling. Infrastructure: Norfolk is set to receive a major boost through Nebraska’s ONE RED effort, with a $38 million federal match for wastewater anaerobic digestion upgrades. Public Health: Omaha-area parvovirus cases are dropping, with local rescues and the Nebraska Humane Society reporting fewer cases and ongoing vaccination efforts. State Government: The Nebraska Board of Regents approved four new members to represent the university system on the Nebraska Medicine board. Economy: A Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City report highlighted above-average savings among Nebraskans, pointing to resilience amid higher costs. Child Welfare Funding: Nebraska DHHS was selected for nearly $1.5 million in federal grants to modernize the child welfare system, including licensing and background-check upgrades.
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