AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTaxpayer-funded Trump TV ads: Senate GOP leader John Thune says the White House shouldn’t pay for pro-Trump “public service” ads with taxpayer dollars, as critics argue the spending may violate federal propaganda rules. Election logistics: Ballots are now being mailed for Nebraska’s Nov. 3 general election, with sample ballots posted online and early voting set to begin Oct. 5; Douglas and Lancaster counties also report early-ballot mailing and pickup details. Nebraska governor fuel-tax fight: Lawmakers are questioning the legality and budget impact of Gov. Jim Pillen’s 90-day diesel tax relief orders for ag producers. Omaha minimum wage court fight: A judge blocked part of Omaha’s youth minimum wage ordinance, allowing other parts tied to the higher annual increases to proceed. Public safety upgrade: Lincoln Fire and Rescue is rolling out an EMS program to carry packed red blood cells for trauma patients. Energy prices: GasBuddy reports show Douglas County’s lowest regular price at $3.80 (week ending Sept. 19), with other counties seeing mid-$4 regular and mid-$5 diesel ranges. Gun-rights endorsements: Pillen and rival candidate Lynne Walz held dueling events featuring NRA support and former lawmakers. Nebraska Medicine governance: NU Regents approved new representatives for the Nebraska Medicine board.
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