AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEnergy & Industry: President Trump announced a $700 million federal package to expand U.S. coal, including $485 million to extend the life of 14 coal plants and support 42 mines, plus Defense Production Act authority to keep 13 plants running—Oklahoma is listed among the states targeted. Higher Ed Funding: House appropriators are weighing Pell Grant fixes for a reported $17 billion shortfall, but the plan would end subsidized federal student loans, a move higher-ed groups say could raise debt for low-income students. Politics & Labor: Oklahoma voters will decide State Question 832, a gradual path from $7.25 to $15 an hour by 2029, with business owners warning of major small-business hurdles. Health Care (Nursing Homes): CMS Q1 2026 ratings show a mixed picture across Tulsa and surrounding counties, including a 1-star result for Emerald Care Center Tulsa versus 5-star scores for Mitchell Care & Rehab Center and Southbrook Healthcare. Local Business & Community: Oklahoma County Clerk’s mobile office helped veterans file DD-214 discharge paperwork, and a new law expands who can request copies starting Nov. 1, 2026. Retail/Consumer: Yesway reported strong inside sales growth in Q1 2026 despite higher fuel prices, citing resilient customer demand. Sports Business: Texas Tech coach Gerry Glasco pushed back on “buying a championship” claims after the Red Raiders fell 4-1 to Texas in the WCWS title series.
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