AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSNAP Fight: A federal judge ruled Nebraska can’t restrict SNAP purchases of soda and energy drinks, saying the USDA overstepped and violated SNAP’s legal definition of “food,” a decision that also hits similar bans in four other states. State Government Transparency: Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen’s office says he doesn’t carry a state-issued phone, after a records request found no call logs—critics call it an abuse of disclosure rules. Wildfire Update: The South Fork Fire is now estimated at 92% contained, with crews focusing on repairs, patrolling tricky uncontained areas, and managing lightning-driven spot starts. Local Governance: Hartington City Council approved permits, street closures for Hartington Dayz, and transfer-station upgrades, including a sifting bucket to reduce fire risk after burning. Housing & Cost Pressure: First-time homebuyers face higher rates and prices, even as a new federal housing bill heads to the House after Senate approval. Public Health: Nebraska’s hantavirus quarantine for the last American cruise passengers has ended. Business & Growth: Nebraska’s five land-based casinos posted 12% higher May gaming revenue, reaching $27.1 million.
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