AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAI Policy & Politics: Anthropic plans a $20 million donation to Public First Action, a group pushing AI regulation, as the AI sector ramps up political influence in Washington. Telecom Reliability: West Omaha Quantum Fiber customers report 2+ weeks without service, with the Nebraska Public Service Commission urging providers to offer local contact numbers. Ag Policy & Operations: USDA’s Farm Service Agency rolls out a modernized acreage reporting pilot in Seward County under “One Farmer, One File,” while Nebraska Extension urges scouting after beet armyworm shows up in sugar beets. Farm Bill Momentum: Sen. Deb Fischer highlights Farm Bill text advancing precision-ag and rural connectivity priorities, including new tools for equipment financing and broadband expansion. Energy Storage Buildout: WATTMORE says it completed construction of a 3 MW/12 MWh utility-scale BESS project for Lincoln Electric System, moving toward commissioning. Food Safety Shock: The Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce recall tied to cyclosporiasis expands to 27 states, with outbreak counts still climbing. Local Infrastructure: North Platte approves the final phase of the Iron Horse Trail project, clearing the way for end-of-year construction wrap-up.
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