AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRussian Sanctions Push: The U.S. Senate took a first procedural step toward a sweeping Russia sanctions bill after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, voting 86-12 to target countries buying Russian oil and gas, with the measure tied to the late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s legacy. NH Immigration Enforcement: In New Hampshire, a small-town police department in Troy is cited as among the most active in the state under ICE 287(g) agreements, with data showing a large share of arrests coming from Cheshire County. Local Business & Jobs: Big Al’s Services opened a new Plaistow office to expand HVAC coverage across southern New Hampshire, aiming for faster dispatch and more emergency capacity. Energy & Resilience Grants: New Hampshire conservation districts awarded $396,000 to 49 local farms through the 2026 Climate Resilience Grant Program, with projects focused on irrigation, soil health, and energy improvements. Education Policy: New Hampshire’s “bell-to-bell” cellphone ban earned strong survey marks from teachers and administrators, with most reporting fewer classroom distractions. STEM Pipeline: The Greater Lakes Region Children’s Fund is backing WinnAero’s Aerospace Career Education Academy at Laconia Airport, bringing aviation and STEM exposure to more than 90 students this summer. Consumer Credit Warning: Compacom published new guidance on “guaranteed approval” and “no credit check” language in tribal loan ads, highlighting the high APRs borrowers often face.
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