AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFuel Prices & Policy: States are moving to curb diesel and gasoline costs as supply disruptions squeeze prices, with the White House weighing regulatory changes and some governors loosening rules around red-dyed diesel. Flood Insurance Gap: A new look at Kentucky’s 2022 flood finds only about 2.1% of affected properties had federal flood insurance—far below the share facing severe risk. Frankfort Data Center Fight: Kentucky lawmakers heard residents’ concerns at a Capitol listening session over data centers and long tax breaks, with critics citing higher bills, environmental worries, and neighborhood impacts. Agriculture Cost Pressure: Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell urged Gov. Andy Beshear to pause a ban on using untaxed diesel on public roads to help farmers during the fall harvest. Education & Title IX: The U.S. Department of Education rescinded Title IX protections for sexual orientation and gender identity, after a Kentucky court had already blocked the rules. Local Health & Grants: Lexington and partners announced a major AED mapping push, and Kentucky received $10M for maternal health initiatives. Politics on the Ground: Candidate forums in Owensboro and McCracken County highlighted competing plans for local leadership. Sports & Community: UK’s Big Blue Madness returns Friday night, and posters will be distributed statewide starting this weekend.
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