AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMissouri Ballot Fight: A proposed Missouri constitutional amendment would replace the state income tax with higher sales taxes, and opponents—especially parent groups—warn it could slash public school funding ahead of the August election. Elections & Voter Education: The League of Women Voters of Southwest Missouri held a “Know Your Ballot” event to help voters understand what’s on the Aug. 4 primary ballot. Public Safety & Courts: Former Mizzou coach Gary Pinkel was charged in Camden County after a July 7, 2025 DWI arrest tied to a blown tire incident near Lake Ozark. Federal Legal Action: Prime Inc., a Springfield-based refrigerated trucking carrier, sued the IRS seeking a refund of about $11 million over fuel excise tax it says was improperly charged for diesel used to run trailer refrigeration units. Local Governance & Community: The League of Women Voters’ event and other civic efforts underscore how Missouri communities are preparing for fast-moving ballot questions. Lottery: Powerball jackpot rose to $348 million for June 27; winning numbers were 3-16-28-30-59 with Powerball 11.
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