AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 minutes agoSNAP Watch: Nebraska’s SNAP enrollment is dropping fast, with advocates warning the decline means more hungry kids are losing aid as participation falls sharply year over year. Cost of Living: Omaha pet owners say vet care, food, and grooming are getting pricier, and local shelters are trying to soften the blow. Workforce & Families: Phelps County employers can now apply for a new “family-friendly workplace” certification aimed at keeping working parents in rural jobs. Local vs. State Power: A judge blocked part of Omaha’s minimum wage plan but allowed annual increases tied to the Consumer Price Index, keeping the fight over youth wages alive. Agriculture & Competition: States and the FTC reached a settlement with Corteva over pesticide loyalty programs, aiming to lower prices for farmers. Cyber & Consumer Data: Nebraska is among states tied to a multistate settlement over a Labcorp data breach, with new vendor-security requirements. Energy Demand & Courts: OPPD reported record summer electricity demand, while Nebraska’s transmission project faces legal challenges. Public Safety: Lincoln police arrested parents after a toddler was found wandering outside while allegedly left alone for hours. Elections: Douglas County election officials mailed early ballots to about 65,000 voters and set deadlines for by-mail requests.
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