AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSchool Mental Health Funding Fight: Fifteen Democratic-led states, including Rhode Island AG Peter Neronha, sued the Trump administration to block planned cuts to a $1 billion school-based mental health grant program, arguing the move violates a prior court order. Air Quality & Wildfire Smoke: RIDEM issued a statewide Air Quality Alert as Canadian wildfire smoke pushed Rhode Island into “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups,” with guidance to limit outdoor activity, use HEPA filtration, and consider N95 protection. SNAP Produce Discounts Extended: Rhode Island’s Eat Well, Be Well program will continue for another year, extending $4.1 million in FY2027 funding that reimburses SNAP shoppers for fruits and vegetables. Rabies Prevention Reminder: RIDOH and DEM urged residents to avoid contact with wild animals after elevated rabies numbers in 2026, noting rabies is nearly always fatal after symptoms but preventable with prompt care. Tick & Parasite Health Watch: URI experts flagged rising tick-related ER visits and shared tips to reduce bites and lower risk from summer parasites like cyclosporiasis. Drug Pricing Accountability: California AG Rob Bonta announced a $29.6 million multistate settlement with Glenmark over alleged generic drug price-fixing, with potential compensation for some buyers.
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