AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAbortion Ruling Upends Missouri Rules: A Jackson County judge struck down most state abortion restrictions tied to the 2024 voter-approved constitutional amendment, restoring access to medication abortions and removing a 72-hour waiting period; Gov. Mike Kehoe called the decision “dangerous” and said the state will appeal to the Missouri Supreme Court. Missouri GOP Pushes Ballot Fight: Kehoe and abortion-rights opponents are already pointing to Amendment 3 on the November ballot as the next showdown. Marijuana Funds Flow: The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reported nearly $71.9 million in marijuana-related transfers this fiscal year, including $13 million to the Missouri Veterans Commission and funding for addiction treatment and low-income legal aid. Free Speech Settlement at Missouri State: Missouri State University agreed to shut down its “Bias Response Team” as part of a free-speech lawsuit settlement. Kansas City World Cup Safety & Disruption: Kansas City officials sought to reassure fans after a highway shooting near Interstates 670/70 and ongoing severe-weather and transport disruptions around the tournament. MLB Pride Night Religious Dispute: MLB faces a Justice Department investigation after Giants pitchers wore Bible verses on Pride Night caps, with Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley pressing MLB for answers. Lottery Numbers: Missouri Lottery Powerball (June 17) and Mega Millions (June 19) results were published for players tracking wins.
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