AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoGas Tax Relief: Ohio lawmakers approved a 90-day state gas tax holiday, aiming to cut costs for drivers as fuel prices stay a top voter concern. Emissions & Air Quality: Gov. Mike DeWine ordered Ohio EPA to end E-Check emissions testing in seven northeast counties after the Cleveland area was redesignated as meeting federal air standards. Election Policy: A Suffolk/USA TODAY Ohio Network poll finds 60% of Ohio voters back a November photo ID constitutional amendment (Issue 3), while opponents warn it could complicate mail voting. Health Care: A lawsuit spotlighted how an AI prior-authorization program under Original Medicare in Ohio and five other states led to thousands of denials and long waits. Local Economy & Jobs: U.S. Paper Mill plans to restart paper production in Chillicothe by December and hire up to 350 workers. Retail: Starbucks identified four Ohio locations for closure as it shutters about 250 stores nationwide. Sports & Community: Ohio’s fall open burning restrictions begin Oct. 1; and Columbus welcomed former 10TV anchor Tracy Townsend into the mayor’s office.
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