AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTransit Funding Watch: Lawrence Transit’s director says a 0.2% sales tax is “critical,” with the tax set to sunset in 2029 unless the City Commission puts an extension on the November ballot. Healthcare Accountability: The KU Hospital Authority is suing CVS, alleging it diverted nearly $62M in 340B prescription drug savings and retaliated after KU sought an audit. Rural Hospital Relief: Kansas lawmakers are backing a bipartisan bill offering interest-free loans to rural hospitals at risk of closure. Community Food Support: As federal aid falls and prices rise, Kansas groups are leaning on community gardens to keep food moving. Local Fraud Case: A KC-area PTA treasurer pleaded guilty to stealing $100,000 from a school nonprofit. Kansas Politics Deadline: Filing for federal, state, and county office runs through June 1 at noon. Sports: Kansas swept the Big 12 with a 9-0 win over WVU, and the Knicks moved within one win of the NBA Finals.
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