AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMedicaid Shake-Up: New Medicaid work rules and guidance are leaving seriously ill Nebraskans and other recipients worried about losing coverage, with states still trying to interpret exemptions. Rural Broadband Costs: Starlink raised prices for rural customers, including a Nebraska family facing a 44% jump—raising questions about what happens when alternatives are limited. COVID Testing Settlement: Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced a $4.87M multistate settlement with GS Labs over overpriced COVID tests and delayed results, including administrative-fee claims. Foster Youth Savings Accounts: First Lady Melania Trump launched “Fostering the Future Accounts,” letting states open $1,000 investment accounts for eligible foster children, with Nebraska listed among participating states. Insurance Expansion in Omaha: Inszone Insurance Services acquired Sommelier Insurance Group, expanding its Omaha footprint and adding commercial expertise. Local Business Growth: Bish’s RV is expanding Omaha operations to a new centralized facility, boosting sales, service, and parts capacity. Agribusiness & Trade: Husker Harvest Days 2026 registration opened in Grand Island with new live equipment demos, including corn stalk baling, tub grinders, and feed mixers. Cybersecurity: Rep. Don Bacon says his Signal account was compromised via social engineering tied to Russian-linked actors. Energy & Infrastructure: Grant City Council approved electric and water rate increases, effective later this year.
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