AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoSchool Choice Fight: Sen. Dave McCormick says he’s hopeful Gov. Josh Shapiro will opt Pennsylvania into a federal school choice program, arguing the Education Freedom Tax Credit could win support for scholarships and tutoring. Energy Costs: State Sen. Kim Ward says a PJM price cap—linked to a lawsuit Shapiro backed—could be driving up Pennsylvania’s electricity costs while other states pay less. Housing Funding: The PA Housing Finance Agency board approved $2.075M in affordability and rehab grants across Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Tioga and Union counties. Immigration Oversight: Rep. Madeleine Dean says she was blocked from speaking with detainees during a visit to the Moshannon Valley Processing Center, raising fresh questions about access and oversight. Courts & Gambling: Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court ruling keeps “skill games” in the spotlight, with lawmakers facing pressure to regulate after the decision. Health Watch: Pennsylvania reports 67 measles cases this year, with Lancaster County leading at 40 and Lebanon County now at 20. World Cup Buzz (Philly): Airbnb is offering select World Cup host-city rentals with free match tickets, and local fans are packing bars near the FIFA Fan Fest. Weather: Flash-flood and storm threats are back in the forecast for the Philadelphia region.
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