AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoGambling Crackdown in Court: Two Cole County lawsuits accuse Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway of using threats of criminal prosecution to pressure bars and gas stations to shut down slot machine games, arguing the state can’t treat all games as illegal without due process. Utility Costs: Ameren Missouri is seeking about a 10% rate increase, roughly $13 more per month for the average customer, with changes targeted for mid-2027 as the Public Service Commission reviews the plan. SNAP Funding Pressure: Missouri could be on the hook for about $150 million starting in 2027 if payment error rates stay above 6%, after USDA data showed Missouri’s 2025 SNAP error rate at 8.67%. Farm Bill Watch: Missouri farm groups are weighing a Senate Agriculture Committee draft that keeps much of the current approach, while leaving out some livestock and pesticide-labeling changes they wanted. Heat Dome Alert: A dangerous heat dome is expected to hit World Cup host cities including Kansas City, Missouri, with triple-digit heat index readings possible. Local Community Spotlight: Missouri’s Whitfield School students earned recognition in the state Seal of Biliteracy program, highlighting language skills and cultural understanding.
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