AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoNebraska Tuition Fight: Gov. Jim Pillen is applauding a federal court order ending Nebraska’s 2006-era practice that let some undocumented residents pay in-state tuition while out-of-state citizens pay more, saying the ruling aligns state law with federal requirements. Medicaid Work Rules: A new CMS rule tightens how states grant exemptions for Medicaid work mandates, making it harder for medically frail adults to keep coverage. Energy & Jobs: The U.S. Energy Department says an advanced microreactor at Idaho National Lab reached “criticality,” a milestone aimed at bringing private advanced nuclear closer to power generation. Beef Supply Shock: A screwworm-driven border closure is squeezing U.S. beef supplies, pushing prices to record highs and reshaping jobs and profits across the cattle pipeline. Nebraska Airport Upgrade: Lincoln Airport is moving ahead with a $100 million runway reconstruction project, designed to support both commercial travel and a wide range of military aircraft. Local Economy: Omaha City Council is considering a minimum-wage ordinance for non-tipped workers, including tying future increases to inflation.
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