AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoE15 Push, Senate Next: The U.S. House approved year-round, nationwide E15 sales, 218-203, drawing cheers from corn and farm groups while raising lingering smog and retailer concerns; the bill now heads to the Senate, where Illinois lawmakers are expected to fight for it. Missouri River Legacy: A Missouri River ranger’s retirement spotlights decades of cleanup and education work along the river, including school events and invasive-species efforts. Hate Crime Investigation: Islamophobic graffiti in south St. Louis County is under investigation, with police still seeking suspects. AI + Data Centers Forum: Gov. Mike Kehoe will host a statewide public forum on AI and data centers June 18 at Missouri S&T in Rolla, focusing on power, jobs, environment, and community impacts. Big Oaks Funding Uncertainty: Cuts are creating uncertainty for Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge as a management agreement decision remains pending. PFAS Money: Missouri also received about $13M in EPA PFAS grant funding for drinking-water testing and upgrades.
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