AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoGas Tax Push: President Trump says he’ll move to suspend the federal gasoline tax to blunt surging prices tied to the Iran war—but Congress has to approve it. The federal levy is 18.4 cents a gallon for gas (24.4 cents for diesel) and funds highway and transit programs. Supreme Court Abortion Update: The U.S. Supreme Court extended a stay that keeps telehealth abortion access in place through May 14, easing a week of uncertainty for patients and providers. Missouri Livestock Fight: Missouri’s AG argues the U.S. Supreme Court (or Congress) needs to set a federal standard as state-by-state rules keep reshaping how livestock farmers operate across borders. Counter-Drone Plan: The Pentagon picked five bases for an anti-drone directed-energy pilot, including Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri. Heat Alert: A record-warm stretch is expected to spread across the Plains, with drought areas facing extra stress. Local Good News: Maryville’s Bloomin’ Peony Tour returns May 16 to benefit Rotary, and 60 ROTC students are set to commission into the military.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.
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