Today’s quick hits, April 18, 2022

Texas ends duplicate inspections: Gov. Greg Abbott ended state inspection of commercial trucks entering Texas from Mexico, but said the policy, which was criticized by business leaders, could return if illegal border crossings rise. (New York Times)

Court clears Finkenauer candidacy: The Iowa Supreme Court ruled unanimously that former Rep. Abby Finkenauer, the front-runner against Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley, submitted enough signatures to appear on the ballot for the Democratic nomination. (Associated Press)

Pruitt files for Senate: Scott Pruitt, who resigned under fire as EPA administrator during the Trump era, is running in the June 28 Republican primary election for U.S. Senate in Oklahoma. (The Oklahoman)

Fast food, fast increases: Menu prices at fast-food outlets are up 7.2 percent from a year ago, the largest increase since 1981, according to a National Restaurant Association report. (Axios)

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