AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMissouri Politics & Speech: A Missouri bill would strengthen anti-SLAPP protections, letting judges more quickly toss lawsuits meant to chill public criticism. Healthcare Policy: The 2026 session passed a wide healthcare package, including “Food is Medicine” coverage, oral contraceptive requirements, and changes affecting ambulance districts. Food Benefits: Missouri plans to restrict SNAP and SuN Bucks purchases of candy, sugary drinks, and prepared desserts starting this fall, but grocers say they need a clear banned-item list. Troubled Teen Oversight: AP reporting spotlights taxpayer-funded, for-profit residential treatment centers for adopted kids in Missouri, alleging abuse/neglect and minimal oversight. Public Safety & Guns: A Missouri appeals court upheld striking down a St. Louis law on firearm storage in unattended vehicles as preempted by state law. LGBTQ Rights: Kansas City repealed its conversion therapy ban after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling. Community & Culture: Missouri’s 4-H program topped 2.5 million meals through Feeding Missouri, while Toyota Missouri marked 35 years with donations to local nonprofits. Local Events: MDC is offering a free June 2 5-Stand shotgun class and Route FF in Platte County closes June 1–Nov. 1 for drainage and resurfacing.
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