AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoHousing & Civic Action: Eastern Bank exec chair Bob Rivers gathered business leaders to back a November ballot push for more starter homes, urging communities to allow single-family builds on very small lots. Immigration Protections (MA): Massachusetts lawmakers say they’ve reached agreement on the PROTECT Act, aiming to strengthen immigrant protections at sensitive locations as TPS for Haitians and Syrians expires. Public Safety & Health: A new report finds about half of Massachusetts nursing homes are understaffed, with one patient describing hours-long delays for pain medication. Education & Student Privacy: The U.S. Department of Education ruled Burlington Public Schools violated federal parental rights by requiring students to complete a survey with sensitive sexual questions after opt-out requests. Arts & Culture (Boston): Emerson’s film program is ranked fifth nationally, with AI-focused curriculum and expansion plans cited. Community & Faith: Lexington United Against Antisemitism highlights interfaith efforts after incidents including a swastika found in the town library. Sports Culture: Tom Selleck says the “Blue Bloods” cast planned to continue after cancellation, noting a 25% salary cut to keep going.
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