AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSNAP Fight in Iowa: A federal judge struck down Iowa’s “junk food” SNAP waiver, blocking limits on soda and candy and saying USDA can’t bypass the federal definition of “food.” Higher Ed & Civics: Iowa’s civics center for required American history/government courses faces a staffing crunch—its advisory council must teach thousands of undergrads with just one faculty member. School Finance: An Iowa City Schools audit found $38 million moved between internal funds without required board approval, plus payroll oversight problems and other control gaps. Public Safety & Rules: Marion’s crosswalk law is hard to enforce because officers must witness violations up close, leaving drivers and pedestrians in a gray area. State Government Watch: South Dakota’s corrections overhaul is underway after a consultant warned staffing is “thin” and recommended a new Rehabilitation and Reentry Division. Local Infrastructure: Green Mountain is progressing on a $3.7 million sewer project replacing private septic tanks with a village-wide system. Politics Beyond Iowa: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s endorsements helped sweep three Democratic congressional primaries, signaling a leftward shift inside the party.
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