AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSchool Meals Policy: Pennsylvania will adjust eligibility cutoffs for free and reduced-price meals for the 2026-27 school year after USDA updates to federal income guidelines, with a family of four qualifying for free meals at $42,900 or less and reduced-price at $61,050 or less. Labor & Jobs: The state unemployment rate fell to 4.1% in June, with Pennsylvania’s labor force hitting a record 6.643 million and nonfarm jobs rising to a record 6.209 million. Gaming Revenue: Pennsylvania’s Gaming Control Board reported FY 2025-26 gaming revenue of $7.01B, a record, generating $3.10B in taxes and fees for the commonwealth. Food & Retail Compliance: FDA upgraded an ice pop recall from a North Jersey maker to Class I, citing potential undeclared allergens; locally, Lebanon County restaurant inspections flagged issues including a dead mouse on a glue trap. Local Business Openings: New dining and fuel projects remain on track in Pennsylvania, including planned Chick-fil-A and Panda Express openings at the former Stow-Glen site and a 7 Brew drive-thru opening in Chambersburg with a donation to the Boys and Girls Club. Utilities Oversight: The PUC announced a settlement tied to Lehigh Valley natural gas pipeline installation shortcomings, including dozens of plastic joint problems found during inspections.
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