AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoRare Earths & Federal Funding: Phoenix Tailings won a $66 million U.S. Department of Energy grant to scale rare-earth separation, partnering with MIT and the University of Minnesota to build a more integrated domestic refining pipeline. Election Tech Rules: Minnesota’s AI deepfake ban is back in the spotlight as Peggy Flanagan’s campaign accuses a super PAC ad of using an AI-altered image, teeing up another court fight over what’s allowed in election season. Ukraine Aid Vote: The U.S. House passed a bipartisan Ukraine package with new Russia sanctions, but the Senate faces a steep path to reach the 60-vote threshold. Public Safety Contract Debate: Minneapolis is weighing whether to extend and expand ShotSpotter gunfire-detection sensors, with supporters citing faster response and critics questioning whether it improves outcomes. Medicaid Pressure on Providers: Minnesota is dealing with major Medicaid revalidation fallout, with thousands of “high-risk” providers cut off from funding after state reviews. Small Business Spotlight: Granite Falls’ Korthuis Jewelry received an SBA family-owned small business award, highlighting how federal support and local advising help succession and growth.
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