AGP Executive Report

Aviation Safety in Missouri: The NTSB has arrived in Butler to investigate a deadly skydiving crash that killed 12 people—11 skydivers and a pilot—shortly after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport; Skydive Kansas City says it’s cooperating with the FAA and NTSB as officials examine what went wrong. State Policy & Public Health: Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway sued baby monitor maker Lorex, alleging it concealed links to China’s military through manufacturer Dahua, raising national security and consumer-safety concerns. Healthcare Costs: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals to post required pricing information, with penalties up to $2 million annually for noncompliance. Legal Watch: The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an Indiana student’s free-speech challenge over an anti-abortion flyer ban at a public school. Missouri Agriculture Business: MU Extension published guidance on calculating farm equipment ownership costs, focusing on the “DIRTI 5” expenses beyond fuel and maintenance. Elections: Missouri absentee voting begins June 23 for the Aug. 4 primary.

Aviation Disaster (Missouri): A private skydiving plane operated by Skydive Kansas City crashed shortly after takeoff near Butler Memorial Airport, killing all 12 aboard (11 skydivers and the pilot). Authorities say the aircraft appeared to lose power, stalled, and went down nose-first into a field, bursting into flames; the FAA and NTSB are leading the investigation while families await next-of-kin notifications. Local Business & Community Resilience: An SBA-focused piece urges Missouri small businesses to prepare for disasters with a clear risk assessment and recovery plan, noting that many small firms don’t reopen after major events. Education Finance (Webster Groves): Webster Groves School District outlined a 2026-27 budget with a projected $5.6 million operating deficit tied to reduced state funding, higher health insurance costs, and impacts from Missouri’s senior property tax freeze—leaving leaders weighing revenue increases versus program cuts. Public Works & Mobility (Kirkwood): Kirkwood held an open house on a nearly mile-long Grant’s Trail extension linking Downtown Kirkwood to the existing trail, with federal grants covering most of the estimated $8.5 million cost. Food Safety (FDA): The FDA issued a Class I recall for an Alfredo sauce sold in 41 states due to possible Salmonella contamination. Healthcare Costs (AP): The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals to post required pricing information or face penalties up to $2 million annually.

Medicaid Work Rules: The Trump administration issued final rules requiring many Medicaid enrollees to prove they’re working, training, volunteering, or in school—states now have to rebuild IT and enforcement plans to avoid losing coverage for paperwork trouble. Healthcare Pricing Push: The administration also warned more than 500 hospitals to post basic pricing or face penalties up to $2 million annually, signaling tighter enforcement of health cost transparency. Ag Tech Expansion: Pivot Bio, based in Hazelwood, is expanding its Greater St. Louis operations with new Centers of Excellence in Hazelwood and Creve Coeur to boost nitrogen production and help farmers manage volatile input costs. Food Safety Recall: The FDA classified a voluntary Alfredo sauce recall as Class I after possible salmonella contamination tied to a dry milk ingredient, with distribution to food service in 41 states. Missouri Budget Watch: Missouri lawmakers are warning of a tighter state budget ahead as pandemic-era federal relief ends. World Cup Security & Local Economy: Kansas City’s World Cup buildout is drawing visitors and spending, while prosecutors charged two Texas men for stealing about $18,000 in England team gear. Severe Weather Impacts: Storms knocked out power across parts of the region, including tens of thousands of Liberty Utilities customers in Missouri. Tragedy in Butler: A plane crash in Butler killed all 12 occupants, with authorities investigating the cause.

Healthcare Costs & Compliance: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals to post clearer pricing or face penalties up to $2 million annually, signaling tighter enforcement of federal price-transparency rules. Food Safety: The FDA issued a highest-risk Class I recall for Alfredo sauce sold in 41 states after a dry milk ingredient was linked to possible salmonella contamination. Missouri Environment & Infrastructure: Missouri DNR investigated a fish kill in Reynolds County tied to suspected wastewater pH issues, and also sent geological survey help after a sinkhole opened near I-70 in St. Louis. Missouri Budget Watch: State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick warned Missouri is on track for painful emergency budget cuts as reserves near exhaustion. World Cup Business in KC: Kansas City-area logistics for FIFA 2026 are under scrutiny after two drivers were charged with receiving stolen Team England gear worth about $18,000. Agriculture Markets: Corn futures were steady to slightly higher, while the CFTC showed a record shift toward short positions by speculators. Local Economy & Travel: Columbia airport officials say Delta service could return, and Allegiant’s new Florida routes are boosting mid-Missouri travel options.

Healthcare Costs & Transparency: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals to post clear pricing or face penalties up to $2M annually, aiming to cut surprise costs for tests and treatments. Food Safety: The FDA expanded a recall of Farm Rich Pizza Cheese Crunchers in 21+ states, warning the frozen snack may contain metal pieces. Missouri Energy: The Missouri Public Utility Alliance broke ground on the $52.5M Fulton Energy Center, adding new natural-gas generation capacity for member utilities. Local Business & Growth: Children’s Mercy in Kansas City is launching a $1.7B campus expansion and offered early retirement to some employees as it reshapes staffing. Agriculture: Missouri cattlemen say they’ve dodged the worst fertilizer-price shock thanks to a favorable beef market and less reliance on nitrogen. World Cup Economy: Kansas City expects major visitor spending tied to hosting multiple teams and matches, with local governments looking to recoup public investments. Public Safety: Missouri State Highway Patrol reported 12 arrests in north Missouri from June 9-13, including DUI and warrant-related cases.

World Cup Economy: Kansas City is set to host multiple FIFA matches and events, with KC2026 projecting more than $650 million in local economic activity, while public investments tied to the tournament are expected to be recouped through visitor spending and infrastructure gains. Local Business & Community: Columbia-area venues are leaning into the tournament with watch parties that keep fans local and drive foot traffic for restaurants and bars. Construction Disruption: In Franklin, Liberty Street road work is cutting into business property and outdoor seating, forcing operators to adjust operations and customer expectations. Weather & Flooding: Lake Perry businesses are adapting after severe storms pushed water levels up about six feet, submerging parking and changing dock access. Transportation Updates: MoDOT is preparing major bridge and road closures across northwest and mid-Missouri, including a Route VV Platte River bridge shutdown starting June 22. Food Safety: Farm Rich Pizza Cheese Crunchers were recalled in 21 states, including Missouri, over possible metal contamination. Healthcare Costs: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals to post pricing information or face penalties up to $2 million annually. Agriculture & Risk: Missouri wheat trials show strong early yields in parts of the state, even as farm stress and costs continue to pressure producers.

Healthcare Costs & Transparency: The Trump administration has warned more than 500 hospitals to post basic pricing or face penalties up to $2 million annually, pushing enforcement of 2019 price-transparency rules. Missouri Public Health: Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway says American Shaman will immediately suspend kratom and 7-OH sales in the state, ending litigation and targeting misleading retail advertising. Energy & Travel Costs: AAA reports gas prices fell for a third straight week, with the national average down to about $4.13 a gallon. Missouri Cannabis Oversight: A Missouri vape recall is sparking a dispute over testing rules, with regulators saying products weren’t tested in the finished form required for consumer cartridges. World Cup Boost for KC: Kansas City expects major visitor-driven economic activity tied to hosting four teams and at least six matches, with local governments looking to recoup public investments. Local Infrastructure: Route VV bridge work in Nodaway County will close the road from June 22 through early November. Business Tech: InConvenience is expanding convenience-store delivery via Lula Commerce and adding a loyalty platform powered by Velocity Logic across its Missouri footprint.

Healthcare Costs & Transparency: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals to post basic pricing or face penalties up to $2 million a year, pushing harder on 2019 price-disclosure rules. World Cup Economics & Local Business: Kansas City, the smallest North American host city, expects about 650,000 visitors and more than $650 million in activity, with KC2026 coordinating hotels, transit, security, and health services. Labor & Bargaining Pressure: A major labor bill—the Faster Labor Contracts Act—would speed up first union contract talks, forcing negotiations within 10 days and limiting the timeline before mediation and arbitration. Missouri Public Finance Watch: Missouri’s state auditor warns the budget is on track for painful emergency cuts as reserves near the end. Severe Weather Disruptions: Tornadoes and storms hit the Midwest, knocking out power for hundreds of thousands and disrupting flights, with more severe weather expected across the region. Consumer Safety: A frozen pizza recall expanded to 21 states after FDA classified metal contamination risk weeks after the initial notice. Local Crime: Police say a Belton man admitted stealing Ford F-350 wheels and tires from a Clinton business.

World Cup Watch: Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway is warning Kansas City fans about scams tied to tickets, lodging and parking as the city hosts six matches at Arrowhead, while Kansas City approved 16 bars to stay open until 5 a.m. during the tournament. Local Economy: Parisi Coffee’s World Cup blend sold out in two weeks—an early sign of how quickly themed products are catching on with KC visitors. Infrastructure & Growth: Montgomery County approved a tax incentive package for Google’s proposed data center, using Chapter 100 industrial revenue bonds and a long personal property tax abatement structure. Workforce Pipeline: Missouri faces a construction workforce shortage as infrastructure spending ramps up; the University of Missouri launched the Missouri Construction Pathways Initiative to train workers for high-demand construction roles. Consumer & Health Policy: Hanaway also announced a settlement requiring a Kansas City distributor to stop selling kratom-derived 7-OH and related products in Missouri. Environment: Rolla and the Missouri Department of Conservation added floating wetlands at Ber Juan Lake to cut algae blooms and improve water quality. Weather Disruption: Severe Midwest storms knocked out power for hundreds of thousands and disrupted travel, with tornado reports including across northern Missouri.

World Cup Business in Missouri: Kansas City-area hosts are scrambling for FIFA 2026 demand, but some short-term rental operators say bookings still haven’t arrived despite steep price cuts. Local Governance & Spending: St. Louis aldermen are debating how to deploy Rams settlement money, with a draft plan prioritizing tornado recovery and water infrastructure while keeping a controversial downtown redevelopment allocation. Energy & Utilities: Missouri regulators set multiple Public Service Commission intervention deadlines tied to Ameren Missouri and Spire requests, including solar, battery storage, and infrastructure surcharge changes. Public Health & Food Costs: Beef prices are already straining restaurants, and a New World screwworm outbreak in Texas adds another supply risk. Consumer Protection: Missouri’s attorney general highlighted World Cup-related scams, warning fans about parking schemes, fake tickets, and QR-code traps. State Finances: Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick warns the state is on track for painful emergency budget cuts as reserves shrink. Agriculture & Weather: Storm damage hit Putnam County, destroying a mobile home and flattening a barn.

World Cup Security: The AP reports FIFA World Cup 2026 is bringing an unprecedented security load to the U.S., with federal, state, local and private teams using tools from drone netting to AI cameras across 16 host cities. Consumer Protection: Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway is warning fans about World Cup scams tied to short-term rentals, tickets and parking, urging bookings through trusted platforms. State Budget Watch: Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick says Missouri’s FY2027 process is trending toward more than $1.7 billion in deficit spending and warns of “painful” emergency cuts if leaders don’t rebalance now. Water Infrastructure Funding: Missouri DNR awarded $67,500 in Drinking Water Engineering Report grants to Caledonia and Holcomb, plus a $37,500 grant to Waverly to assess system upgrades. Major Local Project: Maryville secured $52.5 million to modernize drinking water treatment, with construction targeted to finish by July 2028. Business & Growth: Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken broke ground on a new O’Fallon restaurant using its latest prototype, aiming for a fall 2026 opening. Healthcare Markets: Centene shares are outperforming the Dow over recent months, with the stock hitting a 52-week high. Local Economy & Travel: A Parkville portable restroom provider won a contract to supply nearly 400 units for FIFA Fan Fest and other metro World Cup sites.

World Cup Security: The AP reports the 2026 World Cup’s U.S. run is bringing an unprecedented security setup, with federal, state and local agencies plus private tech—drones, robot dogs, X-ray trucks and AI cameras—aimed at a complex threat mix. Healthcare Costs: The Trump administration warned 500+ hospitals nationwide, including 16 in Tennessee, to post clearer pricing or face penalties up to $2 million annually. Missouri Courts & Fraud: A Columbia woman pleaded guilty in federal court to wire fraud tied to a fake Paycheck Protection Program claim. Local History & Community: In Maryville, a cemetery survey class project is turning grave markers into new local biographies, while Kansas City’s JuneteenthKC plans more events at the Black Archives and museums. Missouri Politics & Taxes: State Rep. Louis Riggs says a potential income tax elimination ballot measure could “modernize” taxes by shifting toward sales tax changes and efficiency audits. Real Estate & Housing: Missouri Realtors are spending $2 million to fight Amendment 4 on citizen initiative petitions. Energy & Infrastructure: Ameren Missouri is seeking public input on an $881 million transmission project that it says adds reliability for about 25 cents per month. Business Growth: Western Smokehouse Partners is expanding in Mexico, Mo., backed by New Markets Tax Credits, aiming to create 377 jobs. Public Health Alert: A Salmonella outbreak linked to moringa supplements has expanded to 119 cases across 36 states, prompting additional FDA recalls. Education Funding: Joplin Public Schools faces a $3 million shortfall after Missouri underfunded the education formula.

Missouri Agriculture: New University of Missouri research finds stink bugs are widespread across the state’s soybean fields, with the green stink bug making up more than 80% of the insects collected—helping growers better time scouting and control. Local Government & Oversight: Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick is launching performance audits of the City of Pleasant Hill and the Pleasant Hill Municipal Division after a resident petition gathered 771 signatures, with a focus that includes possible financial discrepancies in the municipal court. Smart Home Business: IntegrateIT opened a larger, hands-on smart home showroom in Overland Park, expanding live demos of integrated systems for Kansas City-area homeowners. Healthcare Costs: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals nationwide—including nine in Arkansas—to provide clearer pricing or face penalties, pushing price transparency further into the spotlight. Housing Affordability: A Branson tiny-home community is welcoming families with rents starting at $495 a month (including utilities), as more cities look to small-home models for affordability. Workforce & Education Tech: Honeycomb Insurance says it’s now writing policies in Kansas and Missouri, while Red Rover touts major K-12 HCM adoption gains nationwide. Public Safety & Security: Kansas City is highlighted for World Cup counter-drone readiness, showing how federal, state, and local partners are coordinating around stadium and fan-zone protection.

World Cup Security: The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off next week with an “unprecedented” security setup across 16 U.S. cities plus Mexico and Canada, using tools like drone netting, robot-dog bag checks, X-ray trucks, and AI cameras amid war-related tensions and fears of AI disruptions. Grid & Reliability: Ameren is seeking public input on a 130-mile Eastern Missouri Grid Transformation Project to replace aging transmission lines, aiming to start in summer 2028 and finish by 2032. Missouri Tax Ballot: The Missouri Supreme Court won’t revisit the rewritten August ballot language for Amendment 5, which would phase out the individual income tax and expand sales/use taxes. Human Trafficking Push: Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway is partnering with “It’s a Penalty” to boost awareness and reporting ahead of the World Cup. Local Business & Jobs: Missouri Technology Corp. opens the next IDEA Fund cycle, while Revity Credit Union hands out $10,000 in scholarships to area students. Public Safety & Crime: Kansas City police are investigating a Troost Avenue mass shooting tied to an unlicensed after-hours club; nine were shot. Energy Costs Watch: Gas prices remain volatile, with St. Louis city’s lowest reported regular at $3.98 for the week ending May 30.

World Cup Security: The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off next week with an “unprecedented” security setup across 16 U.S., Mexico and Canada cities, as federal, state and local agencies lean on drones, robot inspection tech and AI cameras amid war-related and AI-fueled disruption fears. Missouri Business Expansion: Chesterfield-based Inzo Technologies is buying Louisville’s DeMott Technical Solutions, expanding Midwest managed IT and adding cybersecurity, cloud, networking and voice services for DeMott’s small-business clients. Local Economy & Jobs: Travel South USA is adding a Germany/Austria/Switzerland (DACH) in-market partner to boost tourism ties, with Missouri among the member states joining the new global network push. Education & Energy Costs: North Nodaway schools approved two propane buses and a propane fueling station, citing rural reliability and lower operating costs versus diesel. Health & Oversight: An AP investigation flags Missouri’s taxpayer-funded, for-profit residential treatment centers for adopted children as facing limited oversight after abuse/neglect allegations, spotlighting the need for stronger accountability. Consumer Watch: Shoppers who bought eligible beef between 2014-2019 can still file for a share of an $87.5 million price-fixing settlement—no proof required, deadline June 30. Community Spotlight: Trenton’s Cops N Bobbers event drew 72 youth for a fishing day with Missouri Department of Conservation gear and local partners.

World Cup Security: The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off next week with an “unprecedented” security load, as federal, state, local and private teams lean on drones, robot inspection tech and AI cameras amid a high-tension global backdrop. Kansas City Violence: A mass shooting near England’s Kansas City World Cup base camp left nine injured days before the team’s arrival; police say it wasn’t tied to the tournament and no suspects were in custody. US Intelligence Policy: The Senate failed to extend the FISA Section 702 surveillance program, with Missouri GOP Sens. Josh Hawley and Eric Schmitt among those voting to block it, setting up another fight before the June 12 expiration. USDA Relocation: USDA told some Food Safety and Inspection Service employees they face a June 30 deadline to accept relocation or separation under reorganization plans. Missouri Courts/Consumer Protection: A Greene County builder faces 26 felony charges alleging he took payments from elderly customers for barndominium-style homes and didn’t deliver or refund, with nearly $337,000 in alleged losses. Local Business & Growth: Columbia’s new North Village Park is planned with accessibility upgrades and aims to draw events—and more downtown spending—starting soon. Energy & Utilities: Moberly is raising water and sewer rates 3% July 1 and adding card processing fees, while utility assistance funds face summer demand pressure. Agriculture: UM Extension says Missouri corn conditions are favorable for tar spot this June, urging early scouting before any fungicide decisions. Tech & Data Centers: A Missouri debate continues over data centers’ power and water demands versus promised investment and tax breaks, with “the cloud” still driving local policy fights.