AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoNebraska Courts & Voting Rights: The Nebraska Supreme Court dismissed a challenge over voter data sharing with the U.S. Department of Justice, saying the matter is moot because the list was already released. SNAP Food Rules: A federal judge blocked SNAP waivers that would have restricted purchases of soda and energy drinks (and similar junk-food limits) in Nebraska and other states, a win for SNAP participants and a blow to USDA’s waiver approach. Power & Infrastructure: A major transmission line through the Sandhills was paused again after a judge’s injunction, keeping pressure on the Nebraska Public Power District’s long-running “R-Project.” Local Economy & Jobs: Omaha’s Skylark Meats says it will close its plant Aug. 25, affecting 218 workers. Agriculture & Markets: Cattle futures slipped as traders worry prices are too high, even as supplies tighten. Housing & Homelessness: HUD-VASH funding announced $33 million for homeless veterans nationwide, with no Nebraska grants in the latest round. Agribusiness & Policy: Senate Farm Bill 2.0 discussion draft released by Chairman John Boozman, drawing early support from ag leaders.
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