AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFederal Student Aid Shakeup: U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon faced sharp House scrutiny over new federal student-loan rules that tighten borrowing limits for graduate and professional programs—especially nursing, teaching, and social work—after a Trump-backed budget law pushed the changes, with most provisions set to start July 1. Aviation Security Funding: Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) introduced the SAFEGUARDS Act to keep the 9/11 Passenger Security Fee focused on airport and TSA security upgrades, including checked-bag explosive detection and checkpoint tech. Truck Safety Liability: The U.S. Supreme Court ruled freight brokers can face state negligence lawsuits tied to unsafe carriers, a decision that could ripple through Alabama’s logistics and legal landscape. Local Business Watch: S&P removed Central Alabama Water from negative watch, citing reforms and updated budgets. Health & Community: A survey highlights Russellville Hospital among Alabama’s shortest ER waits, while Mobile-area officials say a grenade-type explosive was safely detonated after discovery at a drinking-water reservoir. Politics & Voting Rights: Alabama protests are planned in Selma and Montgomery as activists respond to the Supreme Court’s Voting Rights Act rollback and new map fights.
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