AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFederal Crime & Banking: Missouri AG Chris Carr is leading a 15-state push for the Safe Access to Cash Act, aiming to strengthen federal penalties for ATM robberies—especially at standalone machines outside bank branches. Food Safety: A salmonella outbreak tied to Mexican jalapeños has sickened at least 345 people across 27 states, with Chipotle and QDOBA removing the ingredient after FDA/CDC traceback. Public Health & Supply Chain: The cyclospora/iceberg lettuce outbreak keeps widening; CDC/FDA now link cases to 15 states, including Missouri, as health officials warn consumers and restaurants to watch for recalled products. Missouri Workforce: The state’s Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant application is open, helping Missouri adults cover education costs in high-demand fields. Local Infrastructure: MoDOT crews restored eastbound I-44 to two lanes early in Pulaski County as part of the widening project, though ramp closures continue. Business & Growth: Steris plans a $600M North Carolina manufacturing hub, moving St. Louis operations to expand capacity for healthcare chemicals. Retail Competition: Meijer is preparing its first Metro East Illinois stores, signaling tougher grocery competition for the St. Louis region.
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