AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHigher Ed Affordability: PASSHE pledged “last-dollar” scholarships to cover remaining tuition after Pell and the PA State grant, starting fall 2027, aiming to close the tuition gap for eligible in-state students. Energy & Permitting: Rep. Mike Armanini advanced an 11-bill package to streamline environmental permitting and speed appeals before the Environmental Hearing Board, arguing delays are killing power projects as PJM warns of shortages. Public Safety & Health Care: Blair County issued disaster declarations after flooding in Tyrone Borough and Snyder Township, while commissioners also selected Armor Health to take over inmate medical care at Blair County Prison starting Aug. 1. Business & Consumer Protection: Pennsylvania restaurant inspections flagged issues ranging from food debris and improper storage to hair restraints, while Orkin’s bed-bug ranking again put Philadelphia among the worst U.S. cities. Workforce & Industry: ARPA-H awarded up to $160M for personalized genetic medicines under its THRIVE program, with Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia among major grantees. Local Economy: Pennsylvania Downtown Center honored Oil City’s 100 Seneca project with a Townie Award, highlighting continued downtown revitalization.
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