AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMissouri Tax Vote Update: The state appeals court kept Gov. Mike Kehoe’s plan to phase out the income tax on the Aug. 4 ballot, but ordered a revised ballot summary so a “no” vote still allows future tax changes and clarifies impacts on local rates and school funding. Data Centers & Local Control: Kansas City residents delivered petitions to force a public vote on $600M in Royals stadium incentives, while Missouri communities continue to debate data center growth amid concerns about power demand and utility costs. Union Corruption Case: A federal jury convicted four former Boilermakers union leaders, including Kearney’s William Creeden, in a dues-stealing scheme. Public Health & Consumer Safety: Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway secured an agreement from American Shaman to immediately suspend in-state kratom and 7-OH sales after allegations of deceptive marketing. Infrastructure & Recovery: FEMA cleared tornado-damaged Perryville High School for replacement reimbursement under the “50 percent rule,” and South Sioux City won a $40M WIFIA loan to expand wastewater treatment. Energy Costs: A new national look shows residential electricity prices rising fast in many states, with Missouri among those seeing double-digit year-over-year increases.
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