AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUFC Plot Fallout: Federal prosecutors say eight men were indicted in Ohio for a thwarted drone-and-sniper attack targeting a White House UFC event, with charges tied to murder and terrorism conspiracies on federal territory. Ohio Elections & Voting Rules: Ohio House and Senate leaders say they’ll introduce a bill to move the 2012 presidential primary from March to May to allow time for redistricting feedback, while opponents push for a repeal effort. Governor Race Strategy: A new column argues Ohio’s governor hopefuls are dodging specifics, leaving voters to choose largely on candidate image and limited policy detail. Public Safety & Courts: Judges are pushing back on threats to court independence as lawmakers and officials debate how far government should go in shaping election and legal processes. Health Policy: Ohio lawmakers are weighing ways to stop “surprise billing,” including arbitration and benchmarking, after data showed out-of-network charges hit a meaningful share of emergency and in-network hospital care. Consumer Protection: Ohio AG Anne Lopez and other attorneys general are urging the FCC to tighten rules that block scammers from using legitimate phone numbers for robocalls. Data Centers: In neighboring Pennsylvania, candidates spar over how to regulate data center growth, with both sides criticizing the other for flip-flopping. Medicare Costs: A quick explainer highlights SSA-44, a Medicare form that can reset IRMAA surcharges after certain life changes if filed within 60 days.
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