AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMedicaid Overhaul: The Trump administration has issued final federal rules for Medicaid work requirements, spelling out what enrollees must do to keep coverage as states scramble to update systems ahead of the Jan. 1, 2027 rollout. Arkansas Construction Watch: Little Rock-area building permits totaled $4.6M for a new Sterling Bank branch at 1701 Rahling Road, alongside other commercial and residential projects. Rice Industry Pressure: Riceland Foods will temporarily close nine of its 23 rice drying facilities as Arkansas rice acreage drops toward 800,000 acres—levels not seen since the 1970s—citing low prices, higher costs, and global market strain. River & Logistics: Arkansas River tonnage is up nearly 11% through May, with May shipments jumping 50.7%, driven largely by sand/gravel/rock and stronger port-to-port traffic. Energy & Travel Costs: National gas prices fell below $4 as summer travel ramps up, with crude and demand dynamics cited for the decline. Local Governance: Benton City Council will consider a school resource officer contract and multiple rezoning and grant-related items at its June 22 meeting. Consumer Protection: A Garland County library program will teach residents how to avoid scams and identity theft, with the Arkansas attorney general’s office slated to speak.
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