AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPrivacy & Surveillance Tech: Sen. Bernie Sanders, Sen. Jeff Merkley, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez unveiled the “Ban Flock Act,” aiming to stop federal use of automatic license plate readers and to block federal grant money for state/local agencies that run them—keeping the Flock Safety debate front and center. Public Health & Policy: A new study reports Vermont family-court handling of 18-year-olds is linked to lower repeat offenses than adult criminal court, bolstering “Raise the Age” plans. AI in Vermont Government: Vermont says it’s moving from AI ethics to an “enablement” phase, training staff to use AI tools to harden cybersecurity and improve routine work. Climate & Energy: New England governors push a regional nuclear roadmap, while states and cities sue over EPA rollbacks of power-plant emissions limits. Health Coverage Costs: ACA marketplace enrollment fell 4.9% as premiums rose 19.7%, signaling subsidy changes are reshaping who buys coverage. Local Tech & Community: Comcast backed Technology for Tomorrow with a $30,000 grant to expand digital navigation training for older adults and new Americans.
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