AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoNebraska Politics & Courts: Nebraska’s Medicaid work requirements are now in motion, and health advocates say the state’s “rushed” rollout is already creating barriers—long phone waits, unanswered questions, and fears that people will lose coverage. State Government & Policy: The Nebraska Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee heard updates on quality-of-care efforts, staffing and preventable-death concerns, and discussed changes to the interRAI assessment tool and upcoming Medicaid waiver renewals. Elections & Campaigns: Independent Senate candidate Dan Osborn kicked off a statewide tour in Sarpy County, pitching himself as above party labels while targeting incumbent Pete Ricketts amid a ballot-and-lawsuit-heavy race. Local Governance: Lincoln’s ETJ charter amendment is drawing pushback and support, with the Lincoln Independent Business Association arguing ETJ residents should have a voice in the rules that govern their property. Public Safety & Veterans: Gov. Jim Pillen announced Nebraska is joining the federal “Freedom Haulers” initiative to streamline CDL access for veterans, including testing waivers. Community & Institutions: McGill Law opened a new Lincoln office, expanding its family-law services for southeast Nebraska. National Watch: A new U.S. News Best States ranking put Nebraska in the top tier, while national reporting highlights how independents can swing key races.
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