AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoStudent Loans Clash: Washington and Connecticut attorneys general sued the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that narrows what counts as a “professional degree,” arguing it could block graduate students—especially in healthcare—from accessing federal loan limits. Local School Budget Fight: Barre voters again rejected the Barre Unified Union School District budget after Town voted it down, while Barre City approved a slightly smaller plan and re-elected Mayor Lauzon. Climate Insurance Pressure: A new national look at home insurance points to climate-driven volatility—bigger disaster losses, higher non-renewals, and rising premiums—while New England’s damage totals still lag. SNAP Timing: June SNAP payments are rolling out on different state schedules, with dates varying by case numbers or recipient details. Roads Under Strain: Potholes are being framed as a funding problem, with deferred maintenance and outdated gas-tax revenue leaving agencies “triaging” repairs. Vermont Data Centers: Vermont’s Sustainable Data Centers Act cleared Senate committees and is now at third reading, with a final vote pending. Community Notes: Girls on the Run Vermont is gearing up for major spring 5Ks, and Little Caesars is set to open in Belfast mid-June.
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