AGP Executive Report
Last update: a few seconds agoMosquito Season Watch: New Jersey health officials reported one confirmed West Nile virus death and 26 total cases in 2026, urging residents—especially older adults—to prevent bites and cut standing water. Gun Policy in Court: NJ appealed a Third Circuit ruling that struck down the state’s “assault weapons” and standard-capacity magazine ban, asking the U.S. Supreme Court to pause and reconsider. Farm Relief: A bill would send $60 million in state aid to farmers hit by the April freeze, after crop losses wiped out major portions of orchards and threatened pick-your-own seasons. Energy & Cost Fight: Democratic-led states, including NJ, sued the Trump administration over weaker federal fuel-economy rules, arguing they’ll raise costs and emissions. Climate Accountability: Middlesex County filed suit against major oil companies, alleging decades of climate deception worsened flooding and other impacts. Local Business Shock: Cookie chain Chip City abruptly closed all remaining locations, including in New Jersey, citing “macro-economic headwinds.” Workforce Pipeline: A new report says NJ’s skilled trades workforce is aging fast, with only 7% age 25 and younger. Nuclear Push: Gov. Mikie Sherrill launched a Nuclear Task Force and “Nuclear NJ” website to speed next-generation nuclear planning.
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