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On Monday’s show: Gov. Greg Abbott announced last week that nearly $12 billion in Medicaid funding for Texas hospitals will be restored, ending a standoff with the federal government that began last December. We learn what the standoff was about, how it was resolved, and what it means for Houston hospitals and patients.
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Also this hour: Houston is often referred to as the energy capital of the world. But what role can the city play in the future of nuclear energy? That’s the subject of a meeting here this week organized by the Texas Nuclear Alliance.
Then, veterinarian Dr. Renee Poche of the Houston Humane Society answers questions about pets, which you can send to talk@houstonmatters.org.
And the major professional sports leagues and unions are concerned about threats to athletes associated with betting. We discuss that — and the final week of the Astros’ regular season.
Audio from today’s show will be available after 11 a.m. CT. We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, Stitcher and other apps.