AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoObamacare Refunds: The White House says nearly 1 million Americans in 30 states, including North Dakota, will get $500 checks tied to alleged federal Obamacare “user fee” overcharges. Foreign Funding Scrutiny: The U.S. Education and State Departments opened foreign funding investigations into Duke University and the University of North Dakota over incomplete or inaccurate foreign gift disclosures. Farm Bill Push: The Senate Ag Committee advanced a farm bill on party lines after Sen. Mitch McConnell returned, with lawmakers debating SNAP and conservation funding as the bill heads to the full Senate. Diesel Shock for Harvest: Diesel is topping $6 in North Dakota, squeezing farmers right as fall fieldwork ramps up. Heating Help Expanded: North Dakota LIHEAP is now year-round, with about 19,000 people already helped and average benefits around $152 per month. Food Safety: FDA recalled multiple hand soaps sold in 15 states, including North Dakota, due to possible bacterial contamination. Oilfield Workforce: North Dakota colleges are gearing up for more automation and robotics jobs as oil operations get more computerized. Local Infrastructure: NDOT plans temporary ramp closures in Fargo and a short closure of ND 17 in Grafton for railroad reconstruction.
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