AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFuel Economy Fight: Connecticut is among states suing the Trump administration over weaker CAFE standards, arguing NHTSA violated the “maximum feasible” mandate and will raise costs and pollution. Climate Rule Lawsuit: A separate coalition of states and cities sued over EPA’s repeal of power-plant greenhouse gas limits, saying the rollback guts major climate protections. AI Cybersecurity: Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) and Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) unveiled a bill to hold AI agent developers and operators liable when their systems hack other computers. Police Oversight: Hartford City Council voted to strengthen the Civilian Police Review Board’s power to compel documents and testimony, aiming to break a standoff with police and the union. Education & Early Childhood: New Britain broke ground on a major Smith Elementary renovation and a 22-classroom pre-K center; advocates also warned proposed Head Start changes could endanger thousands of Connecticut children. Healthcare Workplace Rights: Connecticut’s new menopause laws took effect, adding a provider toolkit timeline and workplace accommodation protections. Local Tech/Privacy: North Haven residents are reacting to Amazon’s drone delivery plan after DEEP review surfaced concerns. Public Health: CDC reported measles cases rising to 3,887 nationwide, including Connecticut.
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