AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPFAS Fight: North Carolina’s top officials are pushing back on a proposed EPA-Chemours settlement, saying it was negotiated “behind our backs” and won’t undo decades of pollution—while the deal calls for $450M in penalties and cleanup steps. Health Policy: Sen. Timothy D. Moffitt voted no on SB 403, a bill that would require negotiations toward Medicaid work requirements if CMS allows them. Astronomy & Science Outreach: NASA’s August skywatching guide highlights a total solar eclipse (partial in parts of the U.S., including NC), the Perseids peak, and a late-month partial lunar eclipse. Public Health: A major Cyclospora outbreak is spreading across the U.S., with North Carolina among states urged to tighten food-safety practices. Local Environment: Rowan County is set to consider added funding for environmental monitoring at landfill sites. Invasive Species: NC confirmed the first established presence of the yellow-legged hornet near Charlotte, prompting ongoing surveillance. Tech & Society: The FBI is seeking internet protocol data tied to online voter registrations as federal scrutiny of election records expands. Manufacturing Spotlight: The NC Chamber opened nominations for its “Coolest Thing Made in NC” contest, inviting residents to elevate local products.
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