AI Policy: Oklahoma lawmakers are largely hitting a wall trying to regulate artificial intelligence after President Trump urged states not to act—most proposals stalled in the Legislature. Ag & Manufacturing Incentives: IEDA approved $495,000 in tax credits for Tulsa-based AU Solutions to build a $17M agricultural chemical plant in Newton, Iowa, creating 22 jobs; the board also backed an aluminum extrusion expansion in Independence. Wheat & Public Health: OSU Agriculture researchers co-authored work on boosting public health through wheat-based foods, aiming for subtle changes that could help address Type II diabetes without asking people to give up favorites. Energy & Trade: With the Strait of Hormuz reopening after a US-Iran memorandum, analysts warn the world may still be short on oil after a reported 1.15 billion barrels went missing during the war. Infrastructure & Logistics: Oklahoma Turnpike Authority posted ongoing construction updates and lane closures tied to the South Extension project and other widening/bridge work. Food Assistance: A national SNAP report shows Oklahoma among states with steep declines in recipients, down 16.3% year over year. Local Industry Leadership: The United Sorghum Checkoff Program named participants for Leadership Sorghum Class VIII, building the next generation of sorghum industry leaders. Public Safety: An Arby’s employee in McCurtain County faces felony poisoning charges after an alleged spit-in-food incident tied to herpes.