AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMedical Cannabis Update: Nebraska AG Mike Hilgers signed off on the constitutionality of the state Medical Cannabis Regulation Act rules, clearing the way for Gov. Jim Pillen’s review before temporary regulations expire July 15. Rural Health Watch: A national report warns “seismic” Medicaid changes could hit rural hospitals hard, where Medicaid dependence can mean more uncompensated care when coverage shifts. Medicaid Work Requirements: States are suing to block new Medicaid work requirement rules, arguing they’ll push sick and low-income people off coverage. Planned Parenthood Access: Planned Parenthood North Central States cut staff and consolidated Iowa in-person services, while continuing Nebraska centers and virtual care across its region. Public Health & Safety: Nebraska Medicine and Eye On July are distributing free fireworks safety glasses statewide to prevent holiday eye injuries. Substance Use & Overdose: An Antelope County affidavit details a suspected fentanyl overdose case in Oakdale, where Narcan was administered and one woman died. Community Health Needs: A Lincoln family is seeking help for wheelchair-accessible transportation after doctors predicted a short life for a child with serious medical needs. Workplace Safety: A sewer line trench collapse in northeast Lincoln sent a worker to the hospital after a complex rescue operation.
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