AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoData Center Policy Shake-Up: Gov. Jim Pillen signed an executive order ending new Nebraska data centers’ access to tax incentives under the ImagiNE Act, saying the state lacks enough electricity for rapid growth without raising consumer costs; the order also creates a task force to recommend how to protect water and power resources. State Government & Local Impact: Nebraska officials say the move isn’t a moratorium, but it follows county moratoriums and comes amid reports that the program has already funneled hundreds of millions in property tax exemptions since 2021. Water Rights in Court: The U.S. Supreme Court allowed Nebraska to proceed with a bill of complaint against Colorado over alleged South Platte River Compact violations. Elections & Voting Rules: The RNC is pushing “never residents” voting restrictions and expanding lawsuits to additional states, including Nebraska. Nebraska Cannabis Regulation: The Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission released draft fee and licensing regulation updates as it moves forward with implementation. Public Safety & Accountability: A Nebraska-related DOJ case highlights ATM “jackpotting” indictments tied to Tren de Aragua, with Nebraska among the hardest-hit states. Local Governance: St. Paul, Neb., is considering dissolving its police department and contracting services through the Howard County Sheriff’s Office.
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