AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoOpioid Fallout: Delaware’s $7.4B Purdue Pharma settlement is now legally effective, locking in money for communities and victims and permanently barring the Sacklers from selling opioids in the U.S. Healthcare & Business: VGM & Associates released a new playbook aimed at home-based care providers, pushing operational upgrades, tech adoption, and smarter payer relationships. Iowa Ag & Money: A new Chicago Fed report shows cash rents dropping and farm loans rising across the Midwest—an early sign of pressure on margins and a shift toward more borrowing. Fuel Policy: Iowa lawmakers are watching the momentum behind year-round E15 after the House vote, with Senate passage still the big question. Infrastructure & Environment: The U.S. Army Corps awarded a $5.5M contract for Lower Pool 10 restoration near Guttenberg, while Summit Carbon is reshaping its pipeline plan—cutting Iowa mileage and removing counties. Local Growth: Des Moines landed $17.8M in historic tax credits for three projects, including converting office space into apartments.
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