AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNebraska Politics & Public Safety: U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts campaigned in Hastings, arguing Dan Osborn has “no solutions,” and tied the Iran conflict to Nebraska gas prices while pitching biofuels; the two are set to debate Sept. 1 at the Nebraska State Fair. State Legislature: The Unicameral advanced a package of final-passage measures, including LB929 (managed care can cover Medicaid cost sharing), LB1212 (licensure pathway for internationally trained physicians), LB1032 (recognize tribal customary adoptions), LB878 (paid parental leave for state employees), LB1181 (expanded victims’ rights), and LB1048 (streamlining and cutting certain state agency reporting). Health & Social Services: LB1091 keeps certain long-term care services for special-needs clients out of Medicaid managed care risk models, while LB966 adopts the Hunger-Free Schools Act for free breakfasts and lunches. Local Government & Fraud: Palmyra was among 41 Nebraska cities tied for 14th in July scam reports, with one online purchase scam loss reported at $3,949. Tech & Surveillance: Chadron police said it will stop sharing Flock ALPR camera data with outside agencies after public concerns about access and control.
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