AGP Executive Report
Last update: 30 minutes agoNebraska Governor Race: Jim Pillen and Lynne Walz both released fresh fundraising totals, with Pillen reporting $9.5 million cash on hand and Walz saying she’s outraised him since the May primary. Capitol Photo Op: Nebraska’s top judges and elected leaders posed on the State Capitol steps in a human American flag for America 250. Court Watch: A federal judge dismissed parts of a lawsuit tied to boxer Terence “Bud” Crawford’s Omaha traffic stop, narrowing claims against individual officers and some counts overall. SNAP Oversight: A House hearing zeroed in on waste, fraud, and abuse in SNAP, including concerns about EBT skimming and retailer misuse. SNAP Food Rules Blocked: A federal ruling paused SNAP waivers that would have restricted soda and candy purchases in Nebraska and other states. Minimum Wage Fallout: A new report says teen unemployment in Nebraska nearly tripled after the minimum wage initiative, feeding a legal fight involving Lincoln’s $15 ordinance. Property Taxes: Pillen launched a property tax hotline for Nebraskans to report valuation and tax-bill concerns. Marijuana Rescheduling: A DEA judge set the schedule for a major marijuana rescheduling hearing starting June 29, with Nebraska listed among opponents. Public Safety & Health: Nebraska volunteer firefighters say wildfire stress and fatigue can linger long after the flames. Federal Disaster Aid: Sen. Deb Fischer’s wildfire relief bill is headed to the president to speed USDA recovery payments to Nebraska producers.
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